One of the Maritimes most successful harness racing drivers reached a major milestone earlier this month. Gilles Barrieau claimed his 5,000th win during the Atlantic Breeders Crown weekend in Charlottetown.
Having now fully recognized and inducted those named to the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame as the Classes of 2020 and 2021, the Standardbred and Thoroughbred Nomination Committees have determined the categories and finalists to appear on the ballot presented to the Election Committees, from which the Class of 2022 will be selected.
The Host Committee for the 2022 Atlantic Breeders Crown is pleased to announce the four Atlantic Canadian harness racing families who will be lauded for their achievements and contributions to the industry
Harness racing fans around the world witnessed a historic performance at Charlottetown Driving Park when Sintra tied the track record in 1:50.1 in the 63rd edition of the Gold Cup and Saucer on Saturday night.
The full card of harness racing from Saturday (August 20) at Red Shores Racetrack and Casino at the Charlottetown Driving Park, culminating with the 2022 $100,000 Atlantic Lottery Gold Cup and Saucer, is available here.