Stakes stars and multi-leg wagers and carryovers have been attractive to bettors as track awaits return of spectators.

The nine trainers involved in the appeal have lost over $200,000 in prize money after their horses tested positive last year.

American-breds won the two graded stakes races for 3-year-olds at Woodbine on July 10 and 11, but Tio Magico scoots in Queenston.

Langley Township is pushing to develop a 32-acre site into a racing complex, potentially bringing in jobs, tourism, and gaming revenue.

And Oaks contender Munnyfor Ro impresses as runner-up to Our Flash Drive in Selene Stakes for trainer Kevin Attard.

John Fowlis, Jamie Graham and trainer Craig Smith may have a Canadian Derby contender with $4,500 purchase Jumeirah Coast.

Saturday features the fillies in two stakes races, the Selene and Fury; on Sunday the boys battle it out in the Marine and Queenston.

Many factors have led to the number of trainers in North America decreasing sharply in recent years, says Matt Stahl for Horse Racing Nation.

The Ontario-bred son of Reload impressed in his 2021 debut and a path is being plotted which may include the Queen's Plate in August.

The Woodbine CEO is being inducted as an athlete and builder due to his contributions to hockey, football and horse racing.