The first Canadian woman jockey to win 1,000 races, Francine paved the way for so many riders and her passion for the sport was deep.
Francine Villeneuve
Hazel Bennett's homebred by Oxbow won a loaded maiden race by 10 3/4 lengths in fast time and jumps into the picture for the Aug. 21 Plate.
Owner John Scott claimed Richiesinthehouse in 2021 and is hoping for a quick return in the featured Thorncliffe Stakes April 17.
Eighteen years after winning the Frost King Stakes as a rider, Francine Villeneuve has a contender as a trainer.
