The images are some of the most famous in Canadian racing history: the great Secretariat charging through the rain, cold, and dark at Woodbine on his way to winning the 1973 Canadian International (G1) in his final career race.
The 84th International goes Sunday, October 7, along with the E.P. Taylor Stakes (G1) and Nearctic Stakes (G2), all turf events. And while it is early yet, the weekend forecast is for much rain and wind and cool temperatures.
The International, shortened in distance from 12 furlongs to 10 this year, and Taylor, are worth $750,000 and should lure some nifty names from the United States and Europe.