Fort Erie’s 39-day Thoroughbred season came to an early end on October 26 due to heavy rain in the area for several days, but for jockey CHRIS HUSBANDS it was a shining day as he accepted his first trophy for leading jockey.

Husbands, who hails from Barbados, won 52 races from 207 mounts, a 25% win clip, and was ahead of 2020 leading rider Juan Crawford who had 34 wins. Husbands rode his first race at Fort Erie in 2015 after relocating from Winnipeg.

“I had a really good start and I just continued on that momentum. I was blessed to ride good horses. The owners and trainers gave me good horses, which I really appreciated. Thanks to all the owners and trainers who gave me a shot and the opportunity,” said Husbands.

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