A downpour did not deter about 800 fans from hitting the opening day at Dresden Raceway on Sunday afternoon (May 26).
The day started as MPP Monte McNaughton, Mayor Darrin Canniff and councillor Jamie McGrail cut the ribbon on the season opener and doled out prizes to local fans.
On the track, fenders and rainsuits were the order of the day as the track went from fast to sloppy in the time span of three races. Fans stuck out the rain to bet $23,334 on nine races.
14-year-old Winzel made his 51st trip to the winner’s circle on the card. The Royal Strength gelding races for co-owner, trainer and driver Brittany Kennedy of Dorchester as well as co-owners Jack and Nancy Holmes of Clinton. He has over $324,000 in the bank in lifetime earnings.
Tyler Borth and Nick Steward each had driving doubles on the day.
(with files from Dresden Raceway)
To view Sunday's harness racing results, click on the following link: Sunday Results - Dresden Downs.