Racing is suspended around the world but a few US tracks continue on; Fort Erie set to open backstretch April 12 for its May 26 start.
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Stallions, breeding mares and foals arriving at Canadian farms, which keep human numbers in one area to a minimum and sanitizing to the max.
Track aims for 50 racing dates without fans but horse population, lack of US shippers, will be a major concern for Winnipeg track.
Woodbine’s backstretch is restricted to only essential care for horses and regular training operations will not be permitted.
"There will be another race for Mind Control," says trainer of Grade 1 winner who must stay on idle as racing stops in New York.
$35 million card of racing cancelled due to COVID-19; dozens of US-based horses have been on track training for March 28 day of racing.
Strict measures and awareness working at the barn area at Woodbine racetrack as everyone in the Thoroughbred industry hopes for opening day.
Trainer Brad Cox won the final 3 stakes at Fair Grounds, including the $1 million Louisiana Derby with Wells Bayou, a grandson of Smart Strike.
Racing in the US continues on and there are plenty of stakes races, Canadian horses and horsepeople to cheer on while we stay home.
With new safety protocols in place and Woodbine Opening Day in jeopardy, WEG CEO Jim Lawson has had some difficult decisions to make.
