Woodbine is confident the Tapeta surface is in optimal condition for safe training and racing heading into the final weeks of the 2024 meet.
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Meza was the track superintendent at Golden Gate Fields for over 20 years and will assist ongoing efforts to maintain the highest safety standards.
Race cards will be cancelled pending a thorough investigation of track conditions and other potential contributing factors.
The Maple Leaf, Bessarabian and Autumn Stakes, all Grade 3s, have major implications for year-end awards in Canada.
The two-year-old son of Prime Attraction is the first winner for his sire, the first SW for trainer, first Woodbine SW for owner.
The day saw a 9% increase in total wagering from '23 and an all-sources handle of $13.3M - the second-highest ever for a Woodbine Mile card.
The daughter of Signature Red, trained by John Mattine, will take on six rivals in the $100,000 feature on Saturday at Woodbine.
Carroll's extraordinary career record includes 176 stakes wins (59 graded) and nearly $59 million in purse earnings.
A look at last week at Woodbine and what is coming up as King's Plate day, August 17, is not far off for Canada's three-year-olds.
Classy veteran Cruden Bay earns top marks in the Grade 2 Connaught Cup, while Solo Album is a hit in the Grade 3 Trillium Stakes.
The Florida-bred ridgling trained by Mark Casse took the race for two-year-olds on Friday afternoon at Woodbine.
The move was made in consultation with the HBPA and in the best interests of horse welfare due to forecast high heat and humidity.
The former top jock, who rode with Gomez and considered him a mentor, will be honoured in a ceremony at Woodbine on June 29.
Researchers, clinicians, veterinarians, and racing regulators from around the globe will discuss Equine Safety and Technology.
Attendees can choose their level of experience, from general admission to elevated dining and seating packages.
