A total of $300,000 has been allocated to the program for 2021 in order to assist Thoroughbred breeders throughout the province.
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Field of 10 includes Kentucky Derby winner who tested positive following his big win and stablemate Concert Tour, both trained by Baffert.
COVID-19 pandemic-related restrictions have led to the two tracks postponing the start of their 2021 racing seasons.
The request for an increase has been met with some resistance by Ontario trainers and owners due to the timing.
Twenty-three racing dates will have been lost if racing can begin June 5, which amounts to approximately $9 million in overnight purses.
Jockey Stein talks about his 2021 goals, trainer Vassilieva on the promising Jilli Marie, Julia Carey is one to watch, and more.
Medina Spirit and mate Concert Tour are permitted to race in the Preakness Stakes May 15 against eight others.
Stakes winner Miss Prospector heads the featured race on the second day of the 2021 Hastings meeting, May 10.
The draw for posts for the second jewel of the Triple Crown has been moved to May 11 as officials await further tests on Derby winner.
Trainer Bob Baffert confirmed in a press conference Sunday morning findings of an anti-inflammatory in the Derby winner's test.
Barbara Minshall, Norm McKnight and Chiefswood Stables all celebrated wins in the US on Saturday, May 8, while waiting for Woodbine.
The Grade 1 $700,000 Man o' War will feature Gufo and third-place finisher in the 2019 Pattison Canadian International at Woodbine, Ziyad.
Jockeys, breeders and First Nations with interests in horse breeding and racing to ask Saskatoon to change lease with Prairieland.
Some of the top storylines of key horses and horsepeople, including jockey Rafael Hernandez, trainer Michael De Paulo, and more.
While racing at Woodbine remains on hold, Queen's Plate eligibles and contenders are busy racing and training.
