Although Woodbine can't welcome fans to this year’s event, the longstanding traditions of top racing, fashion, food, and more will still be available.
The annual sale in British Columbia saw 48 yearlings change hands with a decline in gross and average with Peter Redekop leading all buyers.
Formidable filly Curlin's Voyage gets post 10, Clayton 12, as fillies tackle the boys, Canada vs the US, in 10-furlong classic for 3-year-olds.
A quick look at the horses expected to be entered in the Queen's Plate, edition 161, Saturday Sept. 12 at Woodbine, the Canadian classic.
How Randy Thompson came to train and co-own the talented Ontario-bred chestnut Marjorie’s Dream is horse racing’s version of a classic fairytale.
The 23-year-old trainer from small-town Manitoba will be living his dream this Saturday when Truebelieve starts in the 161st “Gallop for the Guineas.”
The top contenders are not scaring anyone off for the 1 1/4 mile Canadian classic Sept. 12 as maidens and maiden winners join the list.
Seven stakes races were held Sunday Sept. 6 celebrating Alberta racing and Maskwecis won a thrilling Beaufort Stakes, the final prep for the Canadian Derby.
Woodbine had 5 straight racing days heading into Queen's Plate week (Sept. 12), lots of winners and purse money galore, racing resumes Friday
It was another great day to be at Hastings Racecourse, which completed its 18th racing day this season without patrons and fans in attendance.