Woodbine will be hosting five graded stakes races on Saturday as part of the Canada Day racing festival. Among them are a pair of Grade 2 turf events, the Highlander and Nassau, along with the Dominion Day, Marine, and Selene stakes.
The Nassau, a one-mile race for fillies and mares aged 4 and up, and the Highlander, a six-furlong race for 4-year-olds and up, promise to feature standout fields. Fev Rover, Canada's reigning horse of the year, will be looking to defend her Nassau title. Trained by Mark Casse and owned by Tracy Farmer, Fev Rover is known for her dominant performances on the turf.
Casse, a dual Hall of Famer, has high praise for Fev Rover's talent and tenacity on the racetrack. He acknowledges that her journey to greatness was not easy, as she was initially quite difficult to handle. Despite some setbacks, including a challenging trip at Saratoga, Fev Rover has shown resilience and determination in her races.
Fev Rover's fiery nature has been on display throughout her career, but Casse believes that her desire to win is comparable to that of legendary athletes like the Williams sisters. With a record of 6 wins, 4 places, and 3 shows in 21 races, Fev Rover has proven herself to be a formidable competitor with over $1.2 million in career earnings.
As she returns to Woodbine for the Nassau, Fev Rover will be looking to harness her emotions and deliver another impressive performance on the turf. With her track record of success and her trainer's confidence in her abilities, she is sure to be a horse to watch on Saturday.