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.
The Louisiana Derby for 3-year-olds is on a big card at Fair Grounds, Oaklawn rocked by COVID-19, and California nears lockdown.
Woodbine Entertainment CEO and the HBPA continue to set strict measures to keep thoroughbred training going at Woodbine racetrack.
Great Canadian, in consultation with the BC Horse Racing Management Committee, agreed to allow for the continuation of training, with conditions.
As a result of COVID-19, Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is suspending racing and training at Flamboro Downs, Hastings Racecourse, and Fraser Downs.
Horsepeople returning to Canada from winter spots must adhere to measures implemented by Woodbine with regards to coming to the backstretch
The OFA is conducting a survey in an effort to learn more about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on OFA members and farm businesses in Ontario.