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Monday, 16 August 2021 22:46
Redwood Redemption (video)
Tyler Redwood, a story about his past, his present and his future. A look at the bond he has with his children and his new outlook on life. The Alberta…
Tuesday, 10 August 2021 14:49
"I've been fortunate to represent a lot of good riders..." - a conversation with Bob Fowlis
It's not a coincidence. Name an Alberta champion jockey over the last 25 years and the chances are very good that one thing remains constant: Bob Fowlis will be or…
Thursday, 05 August 2021 13:27
Danny Jones - a marathon man and the horse he calls Peanut
When trainer Danny Jones stepped into the winner's circle on Friday, July 30 his smile lit up the entire paddock at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino. "For the next two…
Tuesday, 03 August 2021 17:33
Tony's Tapit overcomes poor start, late bid by Bodemonster in Count Lathum
Once again Tony's Tapit put himself in a position to lose. Once again Tony's Tapit, the overwhelming favourite, hurdled those obstacles and won Sunday's $50,000 one-mile Count Lathum Handicap at…
Monday, 02 August 2021 14:40
Sunshine Boy Scores Klein Upset
Trainer-driver Brandon Campbell capitalized off a pocket trip with 14-1 shot Sunshine Boy to hold off a late charge from 100-1 shot Like A Shadow and win the $74,870 Ralph…
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Wednesday, 28 July 2021 13:13
Stringhalt condition no impediment to Stone Carver, wins Spangled Jimmy in near-record time
For a horse with a very noticeable hitch in his giddy up, Riversedge Racing Stable's Stone Carver sure hasn't let it hamper him in any manner. This past Sunday Stone…
Monday, 26 July 2021 00:36
Klein, Rumpel Eliminations Complete at Century Downs
A pair of $8,100 eliminations for the Ralph Klein Memorial and the Gord & Illa Rumpel Memorial highlighted the 10-race card at Century Downs on Sunday (July 25). Lucas Mccain…
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 11:39
'Raider gives me joy', says Landry after horrific five-month battle with Covid
The last year and a half has been absolute hell for prominent Alberta thoroughbred owner Curtis Landry. Coughing violently and having serious trouble just breathing, Landry was initially treated for…
Wednesday, 14 July 2021 16:23
Tony's Tapit spectacular in come-from-behind win at Century Mile
Well, he's done it again, hasn't he? Tony's Tapit, who won late last month in a most spectacular performance - crowded and checked repeatedly while jockey Enrique Gonzalez waited and…
Monday, 12 July 2021 17:58
Redwood candid on past addiction issues, the inspiration that pulled him through dark times
"Dad why are you always in the garage? I never get to see you as it is. I want to spend more time with you." These were the words 10-year-old…
Monday, 12 July 2021 10:04
Century Mile Licensing Office Hours (July 2021)
HORSE RACING ALBERTA CENTURY MILE RACETRACK LICENSING OFFICE HOURS Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Office closed Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Tuesday, 06 July 2021 09:58
Jumeirah Coast's 'come from last place win' a roller coaster ride for trainer Craig Smith
It turned out to be one of the most auspicious debuts but when Jumeirah Coast was 10th and last - a long way last - it certainly didn't look that…
Tuesday, 29 June 2021 05:00
Western Canada Handicap a tough win for Tony's Tapit - sophomore horse shows great resilience
The $125,000 Canadian Derby is months away but one three-year-old - Tony's Tapit - has already established himself as the top local sophomore off his recent victory in the Western…
Monday, 21 June 2021 14:39
Impressive wins in multiple stake races over the weekend at Century Mile
Where to begin? This past weekend's racing at Century Mile provided more than enough material for three or four columns. Start with two stakes races on Friday that both produced…
Monday, 14 June 2021 17:36
Four wins on a Friday night is alright by Andre Martin
If it's a photo finish, bet on Andre Martin to come out the winner. He never loses. With four more wins on Friday to move into the lead in Century…
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