There were several impressive races by Woodbine horses this weekend, including the two stakes stars who could rule the season.
Thorncliffe Stakes
Canada’s Reigning Horse of the Year kicks off his 2025 campaign in the $100,000 sprint with Sofia Vives aboard.
Graded stakes-winning mares battle in the Saturday feature at Woodbine; track hosts Kentucky Derby party on May 4.
Maryland invader Arzak dominates Thorncliffe on day two of the Woodbine season and the Barbara Minshall, Wesley Ward starters are on point.
Owner John Scott claimed Richiesinthehouse in 2021 and is hoping for a quick return in the featured Thorncliffe Stakes April 17.