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Heat Forces Woodbine Cancellation

Edited Press Release

Due to extreme heat in the weather forecast, Woodbine Entertainment announced that it is cancelling Sunday's racing program at Woodbine Racetrack for equine welfare and the safety of all racing participants.

The Georgian Bay S. and Lake Huron S. will be rescheduled for next Friday, Aug. 12 with a post time of 1 p.m. ET.

The 2022 Thoroughbred meet at Woodbine Racetrack will continue Thursday, Aug. 11 with a new a post-time of 4:50 p.m. ET.

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Churchill’s Twilight Thursday Racing Cancelled by Excessive Heat

Thursday's eight-race program at Churchill Downs has been cancelled because of excessive heat in the Louisville area.

Racing at Churchill Downs is scheduled to resume Friday at 12:45 p.m. ET, although track officials will continue to monitor the forecast. Any decision about cancellations in extreme weather conditions is made through consultation with CDI's Equine Medical Director, track management and regulatory officials. Many factors, including temperature, humidity and wind speeds, are evaluated to ensure the safety and well-being of human and equine athletes.

Churchill Downs will be open for simulcast wagering Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

This marks the 23rd cancellation in track history and second in as many days. Wednesday's eight-race card also was cancelled because of excessive heat.

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Racing Canceled Tuesday at Horseshoe Indianapolis

Due to forecasted extreme temperatures and heat indices expected to reach triple digits, Tuesday's live program at Horseshoe Indianapolis has been canceled.

“The safety of our equine athletes and those who are involved in the racing program is always at the forefront of our concerns,” said Eric Halstrom, Vice President and General Manager of Racing. “We are taking the proper steps to ensure everyone involved in conducting our racing program is safe from the anticipated temperatures on Tuesday.”

With the entire area under a heat advisory, officials will monitor the weather over the next few days. Racing is scheduled to resume Wednesday, June 15, at 2:25 p.m. EDT.

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Gulfstream Cancels Saturday and Sunday Programs

Officials at Gulfstream Park were forced to cancel both Saturday and Sunday's race cards due to the effects of a weekend tropical storm that dumped more than 12 inches of rain on the South Florida area. Live racing will resume Thursday, June 9 with a 1:05 p.m. first race post. Gulfstream's casino and simulcast center remain open.

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