Woodbine Racetrack
MacDonald Sets Historic Milestone at Woodbine
James MacDonald achieved a historic milestone at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Monday, December 23, becoming the first driver to record three seasons with 400 wins. Entering the ...
25 December 2024
Celebration of the End of the Woodbine Season
The final day of the 2024 Woodbine season, held on December 15, offered a mild respite from the December chill, featuring an engaging 13-race card. Throughout the final week, ...
18 December 2024
Civaci Secures First Riding Title, Casse Leads Trainers
Sahin Civaci, originally from British Columbia, achieved his first Woodbine riding title following the 2024 racing season. Civaci led the jockey standings with 170 victories, ...
17 December 2024
Justin Stein Retires from Riding, Considers Role as AGCO Steward
In a recent announcement made via X, Justin Stein, a prominent Canadian jockey, revealed that he would be retiring from competitive riding, following injuries sustained in a ...
13 December 2024
McNair Steps Back Following Remarkable Season
Doug McNair , a celebrated harness racing driver, has decided to end 2024 on a high note, reminiscent of George Costanza's iconic strategy of leaving at the peak. However, his ...
11 December 2024
Diverse Victors Shine as 2024 Season Nears Conclusion
In a reflection on the recent happenings at Woodbine, it was noted that 25 different trainers achieved victories across 35 races last week, as the 2024 racing season approaches ...
10 December 2024
History of Ajax Downs Racetrack
Ajax Downs , a renowned Quarter Horse racing track in Ajax, Ontario, has a storied history that traces its roots back to 1969. Originally known as Picov Downs, the track was ...
17 December 2024
Top 12 Most Expensive Canadian-Bred Auction Sales
When Canadian Horse of the Year " Moira " fetched an impressive $4.3 million at The November Sale at Fasig-Tipton Kentucky, she earned the distinction of being the ...
19 November 2024
North American Dead Heat Horse Racing
The term “dead heat” originates from horse racing, although it is used in many sports as a synonym for a tie. Previously, horses could take part in several races a day, the ...
14 November 2024