Flamboro Gearing Up For Return

Published: August 26, 2021 09:38 am EDT

Live harness racing is set to return to Flamboro Downs on Saturday, Sept. 4 with a first race post time of 6:35 p.m.

The track will be made available for training every Thursday and Friday starting September 2 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. throughout the racing season. The first set of qualifiers will be held on Saturday, September 4 and will remain to be conducted on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. for the remainder of the racing season.

Flamboro's outdoor viewing area will be open to the public and self-service terminals will be available.

Indoor wagering for live and simulcast will be available in the racebook located on the second floor with a maximum capacity of 10 people. Appropriate face coverings must be worn at all times within the facility.

(Flamboro)

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I used to love driving out to Flamboro for an afternoon of racing. Whoever changed the racing to all evenings did not have the customers in mind. I have talked to dozens of people over the years, that would love to get some 1pm post times back.. I am not driving from Toronto, and then coming home at 11 pm.. Most seniors I talk to, would love afternoon racing.

The Confederation cup should be held in September, this would be very helpful to Ontario horses. Their level of fitness at this point of the year is good rather than racing the cup in May because the American horses are coming in more fit and they have more access to warmer climates for training over the winter months, where Ontario horses are at a disadvantage. Changing the race date for the cup to September will level the playing field as far as fitness goes.

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Is there anyplace inside where the under 18 be allowed access?

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