The cost of training a large stable of racehorses is one of the reasons the top trainer will step away – for now.
Young rider Micah Husbands, who previously raced at Woodbine, was victorious aboard millionaire Skippylongstocking in the Essex.
Candy Ride (Arg) colt won his debut at Tampa Bay Downs and stayed unbeaten with a hard-fought win in the Louisiana Derby.
The stretch-running grey won the $777,000 Jeff Ruby Steaks at Turfway Park on the Road to the Kentucky Derby Championship Series.
After showing much promise in workouts over the last 10 months, Pin Oak Stud's colt had an impressive debut.
The Louisiana Derby, worth $1 million and 100 points, could be a key race for the Kentucky Derby; Fair Grounds Oaks has Canadian flair.
The race dates for the four major tracks in Ontario have been approved by the AGCO, with the remainder to follow.
The Canadian Triple Crown continues with the Prince of Wales Stakes on Labour Day as a highlight of the track's129th season.
After two car accidents left Ashley Carson struggling to rebuild her life, a retired racehorse named Dancer helped her find hope again.
The appointment allows CTHS-Ontario to select a representative to sit on Ontario Racing’s Board of Directors.