Assiniboia Downs delays opening to May 24
Assiniboia Downs has postponed the beginning of its 2021 meet from Monday to the following Monday, May 24.
Interprovincial travel restrictions and quarantine requirements have resulted in some unexpected travel delays for horsemen who had planned to be ready to race next week.
"There is so much that goes into the opening of the meet, so it is disappointing for sure,” Assiniboia CEO Darren Dunn said. "However, we felt it was the responsible approach to give it another week to get everyone here safely, following all necessary protocols. Then, we can start the season strong with the first racing program on the Victoria Day Monday."
The two rescheduled days will be added to the end of the 51-day meet.
Racing will be conducted primarily on a Monday-through-Wednesday schedule with a post time of 7:30 p.m. Central.