Due to the extreme heat conditions in the greater Toronto area, Thursday afternoon’s live Thoroughbred racing card at Woodbine has been cancelled.
Woodbine Entertainment Group (WEG) management made the decision to cancel this morning after consulting with the Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) and the Ontario Racing Commission veterinarians.
Toronto is expected to reach 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) and a Humidex reading of 49 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) in the afternoon.
The all-time record temperature at Pearson International Airport is 38.3 degrees Celsius.
“In the best interest of the horses and after having discussed it with the HBPA and the veterinarians, it’s the right decision to cancel Thursday’s Thoroughbred card,” said Steve Koch, WEG’s Vice-President of Thoroughbred Racing.
Fans still have the opportunity to watch and wager on live simulcast racing from various racetracks across North America.
Live Thoroughbred racing is expected to resume at Woodbine on Friday, July 22 with a post time of 2:00 p.m.
Woodbine’s Live Thoroughbred Card Cancelled for Thursday
Due to the extreme heat conditions in the greater Toronto area, Thursday afternoon’s live Thoroughbred racing card at Woodbine has bee
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