On Feb. 14, the Horse Racing Appeal Panel issued its reasons for decision in granting an appeal from trainer Anthony Beaton. On Dec. 6, 2023, the Deputy Registrar of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario issued Standardbred Ruling Number 2458469, wherein Beaton was issued a two-year full suspension to be served from Oct. 13,
Longtime horseperson and driver Rickey R. Moffatt suddenly passed away on Thursday, Dec. 7. On Thursday, in his 77th year, while behind the wheel, Rick suffered a fatal heart attack, which was then followed by an inconceivable motor vehicle collision.