MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 15, 2026
JOCKEY, RUJA TREVANE LAHOE, PERM. ADD.: PORTMORE, ST. CATHERINE, JAMAICA, D.O.B. DECEMBER 15, 1992, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) for misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #1 “FIRST INFANTRY” in Race 9, Saturday, September 12, 2026. (Second offence.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297(1)(2) fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If a fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 15, 2026
JOCKEY, KYLE HILTON O’NEAL CARTER, PERM. ADD.: CHRIST CHURCH, BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS, D.O.B.: DECEMBER 17, 1992, is hereby SUSPENDED FROM RIDING IN A RACE FOR ONE (1) DAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 for the misuse of the Riding Crop (by applying the riding crop more than six (6) times during the race) while riding #4 “SIXTY SIX” in Race 7, Saturday, September 12, 2026. (Fourth Offence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a), and 296(1)(a)(2)(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 15, 2026
The JOCKEY LICENCE for RAFAEL ZENTENO RIVAS, JR., PERM. ADD.: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. JUNE 27, 1992, is hereby CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE.
MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada - September 13, 2026
JOCKEY, DWIGHT ANTHONY LEWIS, PERM. ADD.: LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B. OCTOBER 2, 1971, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) for misuse of the Riding Crop while riding #5 “VICTORIA’S CHIEF” in Race 3, Saturday, September 12, 2026. (First offence.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rules 210(3)(d), 286(1)(a) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297 fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada - September 13, 2026
“b” reported by the Official Veterinarian as having BLED (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage) following the running of Race 2, Saturday, September 12, 2026, is hereby PROHIBITED FROM RACING FOR A PERIOD OF FOURTEEN (14) CALENDAR DAYS, SEPTEMBER 13 TRHOUGH TO SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 (INCLUSIVE). (First time occurrence.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 129(a).
MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada - September 13, 2026
“VOGUE JOKER” reported by the Official Veterinarian as having BLED (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage) following the running of Race 1, Saturday, September 12, 2026, is hereby PROHIBITED FROM RACING FOR A PERIOD OF FOURTEEN (14) CALENDAR DAYS, SEPTEMBER 13 TRHOUGH TO SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 (INCLUSIVE). (First time occurrence.)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 129(a).
MEETING: Whoop-Up Downs, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada - September 6, 2026
JOCKEY, RYAN ANTHONY NELSON, PERM. ADD.: PORTMORE, ST. CATHERINE, JAMAICA, D.O.B. JULY 17, 1993, is hereby FINED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) for allowing his mount #4 “SLIVER SIGN” to come in when not properly clear after leaving the chute and entering the main track, interfering with #2 “B C CHU CHU” and #1 “MIAMI SOUVENIRS” on his inside thereby causing #4 “SILVER SIGN” to be DISQUALIFIED from 5th and placed 6th in Race 4, Saturday, September 5, 2026.
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rules 240, 270(a), 271, 276(1)(2) and 296(1)(a)(2)(a).
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 297 fine to be paid within ten (10) days.
(If fine remains unpaid after ten (10) days from its imposition, any licence held by the participant shall be suspended until the fine is paid in full, unless the Board of Stewards otherwise directs.)
2027 Rule Change Process Now Open
Horse Racing Alberta is now accepting submissions for the 2027 Rule Change Process.
The Rule Change Process gives industry stakeholders the opportunity to propose new rules or request changes to existing rules contained in the Rules Governing Horse Racing in Alberta. All submissions are reviewed through a structured process that includes industry feedback, regulatory review, committee evaluation, and final approval by the Horse Racing Alberta Board of Directors.
Key Dates
- October 15, 2026: Stakeholder deadline to submit Rule Change Petition Forms electronically through thehorses.com.
- January 15, 2027: Public comment period closes on proposed draft rule changes.
- February 2027: Regulatory & Licensing Committee reviews submissions and stakeholder feedback.
- March 2027: Committee recommendations are submitted to the Horse Racing Alberta Board of Directors for final consideration and approval.
How the Process Works
- Stakeholders submit proposed rule changes.
- HRA Administration, Judges, and Stewards review submissions.
- Draft rule proposals are posted for public comment.
- The Regulatory & Licensing Committee reviews all feedback and recommendations.
- The HRA Board of Directors votes on proposed changes.
- Approved rule changes are posted and communicated to stakeholders.
- Final approved rules proceed through the Gazette process and are incorporated into the Rules Governing Horse Racing in Alberta.
Stakeholders are encouraged to submit complete petitions and collaborate with affected parties where possible before submission.
Submit your Rule Change Petition before October 15, 2026.
Visit the 2027 Rule Change Petition Form Here
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
The horse “MOON MULLINS”, having been reported by the Official Veterinarian as having BLED (Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage) following the running of Race 8, Friday, September 11, 2026, is hereby PROHIBITED FROM RACING FOR A PERIOD OF NINETY (90) DAYS, SEPTEMBER 12 TO DECEMBER 10, 2026 (INCLUSIVE). (Second Time Occurrence)
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 129(b).
MEETING: Century Mile Racetrack & Casino, Alberta, Canada - September 12, 2026
APPRENTICE JOCKEY, CESAR VIDAURRI HERNANDEZ, PERM ADD: EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, D.O.B.: MARCH 2, 2007, is hereby SUSPENDED FROM RACE RIDING FOR ONE (1) DAY, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 for failing to maintain a straight course during the runaway from the gate, causing #4 “SQUALOTORO” (Antonio A. Reyes) to clip heels in Race 4, Friday, September 11, 2026. Therefore, #5 “VANTASTICCANAVERAL” (Cesar Vidaurri), the second-place finisher, was disqualified and placed fourth. New order of finish is 6-2-4-5-1-3.
In accordance with HORSE RACING ALBERTA Rule 240, 270(a), 271(1), 276(1)(a)(b)(2)(a)(c), and 296(1)(a)(2)(b).