Hastings Racecourse’s general manager, Darren MacDonald, reports that there are more than 350 horses now on the grounds.
That is very good news because at this time last year it was only about 200 horses on the grounds.
MacDonald also reported that a large stable from Portland Meadows had started to ship in and they had been allocated 19 stalls.
With several of the larger barns still training out on their farms, it would appear the horse population could be far better then anticipated if all reports are accurate.
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After some bitterly cold December days, the final day of the 2024 Woodbine season was a touch milder for the 13-race card.
BC-born Sahin Civaci won the Woodbine rider's title after 127 racing dates, while Mark Casse took another trainer's award.
A patient ride by Rafael Herandez saw the son of Giant Gizmo make a wide stretch move to claim the $100,000 Steady Growth Stakes.
Family was the theme at Woodbine on Saturday, with many horse-loving groups gathering to celebrate their horses and some wins.
