Grab your fedoras and fascinators and join racing fans on May 4th to celebrate the 150th running of the $5 million Kentucky Derby.
Woodbine Racetrack
Woodbine has announced a $50 Starter Bonus for trainers who start a horse in an overnight race that finishes outside of the top five.
The Woodbine trainer is part of the NAIAHF's third class of inductees recognizing outstanding leadership and achievement in North America.
Despite concerning industry trends caused by weather factors and increased competition from sports betting, results were encouraging.
Woodbine Entertainment announced a mandatory payout on Nov. 30, with a carryover of $153,700, starting with Race 3.
Two graded stakes races at Woodbine on November 11 have big fields and several mares in the running for a Sovereign Award.
Mother Nature played a factor, as a total of 293 races were contested between both turf courses, 31 fewer than in 2022.
A pair of $100,000 Saturday stakes races for Ontario-sired two-year-olds, the South Ocean and Frost King, feature some interesting fields.
The Turf Endurance series wrapped up on Sunday at Woodbine with Meyer crowned; Red River Rebel won the Turf Sprint Series in August.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society will be featured October 8 at Woodbine Racetrack.
Millie Girl will meet eight rivals in the $150,000 Gr. 3 event at Woodbine, hoping to keep her podium streak alive.
The 2019 wagering record of $18 million was smashed; the Plate alone generated nearly 4.5 million in wagers on the largest field since 2011.
The four-episode video series documents the horse people, the unique stories and the highs and lows of Thoroughbred racing.
Kalik is tabbed as the 3-1 morning-line favourite; card also features the Dance Smartly, Catch a Glimpse and Soaring Free Stakes.
Continuing poor air quality in the Toronto area is the reason for the decision; Woodbine will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates.
