First-time champions in the jockey and trainer ranks were awarded to Damario Bynoe and Steve Keplin Jr.; tracks sets all-time wagering record.
Winnipeg
The lineup of jockeys, trainers and horses looks strong as the Winnipeg track gets set to open its gates for the 2025 season.
The popular writer and handicapper was a Sovereign Award nominee and shrewd handicapper who loved the races.
Three of the Manitoba track's leading trainers have begun shipping horses in and training is expected to start March 15.
“That’s a lot of mornings at 4 am,” said the veteran trainer, 79, after Sugar Daddy Jack won through disqualification on Sept. 11.
A filly by Speculating brought a bid of $33,000; CTHS Manitoba sale sees an increase in average price, but only 11 yearlings sold.
Assiniboia Downs set for 76th Derby after a trying first half of 2024; invaders will be tough in the 1 1/8 mile race.
Half-siblings to champions Escape Clause and Hidden Grace, among others, make up solid book for late August auction.
Two Trinidadian jockeys have been dominating the winner's circle in Winnipeg at Assiniboia Downs; Gourneau leads trainers.
Doug and Judy Mustard have an exciting three-horse stable for the 2024 season at Assiniboia Downs, which begins in a week.
Mystik Dan's sire Goldencents is from four generations of Canadian-bred mares including two from the late breeder Phil Kives.
The 2024 Assiniboia Downs season begins May 20 and already the backstretch is buzzing with a lot of jockeys and prospective grooms.
Whitehall won the riding title at the Winnipeg track in 2023, winning at a 20-percent clip and compiling a record of 56-43-54 from 284 mounts.
In her fourth year training for Barry Arnason and True North Stable, Lise Pruitt already has a champion in her barn.
The Winnipeg track's 50-day meeting begins on Monday, May 20 and runs through to Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
