As the early November chill settles over Woodbine, the All-Weather Track will come alive on Friday, November 14 with a 10-race card that promises thrilling sprints, tactical middle-distance battles, and breakthrough performances from emerging talent. Trainers and jockeys will bring calculated strategies to the track, while fans will lean forward in anticipation of close finishes, bold moves, and horses seeking to make their mark in the thick of winter racing.
Race 1: The Maiden Special Weight – 1 1/16M – $115,100 – All-Weather Track
At 3:00 AM, a field of seven two-year-olds will break from the gates in this opening contest. Look for COURT (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Josie Carroll) and GELATO (J: Ryan Munger / T: Mark E. Casse) to set the early tempo, while SOUPER CALIBER (J: Patrick Husbands / T: Mark E. Casse) will aim to find a seam in the stretch. MASTERFUL MOMENT (J: Jose Luis Campos / T: Nathan Squires) will be a late threat, testing his nascent speed and stamina. The maiden field will challenge jockeys to strike the perfect rhythm around 1 1/16 miles and the opening race will be a tactical duel that could foreshadow the night’s standout performers.
Race 2: The Claiming – 1 1/16M – $52,400 – All-Weather Track
By 3:29 AM, ten contenders will line up in a competitive claiming race. SILVER RALEIGH (J: Ryan Munger / T: Barbara J. Minshall) is expected to assert authority early, while CUBAN THUNDER (IRE) (J: Eswan Flores / T: Martin Drexler) will seek to pounce in the final furlong. FUN FELLA (J: Emma-Jayne Wilson / T: Steve Attard) and HIGHLY POTENT (J: Keveh Nicholls / T: Philip Hall) will challenge for position throughout, ensuring a close tactical contest over the mile. Track position and split-second decisions by jockeys will determine who emerges victorious in this tightly-knit field.
Race 3: The Claiming – 7F – $26,200 – All-Weather Track
At 3:58 AM, eleven horses will contest this seven-furlong sprint. MAGIC SLIPS (J: Ryan Munger / T: Matt Douglas) will look to make a bold move from the outset, while COHERENCE (J: Pietro Moran / T: W.V. Armata) and SPARKLET (J: Xarel Forde / T: Norman McKnight) are expected to maintain strong presence through the stretch. The New Maybe (J: Austin Adams / T: Robert P. Tiller) will attempt to time his run perfectly around the track, making the contest a fast-paced, tactical affair with opportunities for those who conserve energy early.
Race 4: The Claiming – 7F – $34,200 – All-Weather Track
At 4:27 AM, thirteen horses will chase victory in a contest that blends experience and ambition. DRUM ROLL PLEASE (J: Daisuke Fukumoto / T: Robert P. Tiller) and LITTLE RED DOMI (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Kevin Attard) will seek to control the pace, while CRUCIAL TAUNT (J: Pietro Moran / T: Angus Buntain) and CATHOLIC JACKIE (J: Leo Salles / T: Roy George Agostino) will be poised for a late strike. With jockeys navigating a seven-furlong route, timing the final surge will be pivotal in separating the contenders from the rest.
Race 5: The Claiming – 7F – $29,400 – All-Weather Track
At 4:56 AM, eleven horses will line up in a field where experience could hold the edge. MILITARY FORCE (J: Eswan Flores / T: Martin Drexler) and BLAZING BO (J: Keveh Nicholls / T: Philip Hall) will target a decisive move in the stretch, while BOLD RELOAD (J: Austin Adams / T: Abraham R. Katryan) and NORTH WARDEN (J: Da-Sean Zavier Gaskin / T: Norman McKnight) will press forward with strong early positioning. The contest will reward those with balance and timing over seven furlongs, promising a tight finish for the fans.
Race 6: The Allowance Optional Claiming – 6 1/2F – $114,600 – All-Weather Track
By 5:25 AM, eight horses will challenge in a highly anticipated sprint. RELOAD’S REBEL (J: Fraser Aebly / T: Peter Berringer) and BABBO (J: Austin Adams / T: Sid C. Attard) will be among the first to push for early advantage, while PINE KNOLL (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Martin Drexler) and GILT EDGE (J: Eswan Flores / T: Martin Drexler) will look to time a strong late surge. The race will test both tactical acumen and raw speed, making it a key highlight on the card.
Race 7: The Optional Claiming – 7F – $63,800 – All-Weather Track
At 5:54 AM, seven horses will contend in a fast-paced sprint. ISAAC LEO (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Ronald H. Sadler) and PAYNES SPIRIT (J: Fraser Aebly / T: Julia Carey) will aim to assert control, while WILD CARD (J: Xarel Forde / T: Julia Carey) and JOE WEST (J: Keveh Nicholls / T: James Bentley Begg) will position themselves for a late stretch assault. Every furlong will matter as jockeys gauge timing and track conditions to deliver a thrilling finish.
Race 8: The Allowance Optional Claiming – 7F – $117,600 – All-Weather Track
At 6:23 AM, six contenders will battle for supremacy in a sprint that will define the evening. WAR BOMBER (IRE) (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Norman McKnight) will be a strong force in the stretch, while WYOMING BILL (J: Emma-Jayne Wilson / T: Catherine Day Phillips) and SUMMER COMMANDER (J: Jose Luis Campos / T: Stuart C. Simon) will look to make decisive moves. BLZAZING BUCCHERO (J: Ryan Munger / T: Mark E. Casse) will push from the early stages, ensuring this contest delivers excitement every step of the way.
Race 9: The Claiming – 6 1/2F – $52,400 – All-Weather Track
By 6:52 AM, seven fillies and mares will line up for a sprint showdown. MORE MONEY HUNNY (J: Rafael Manuel Hernandez / T: Josie Carroll) and CATCH THE DRIFT (J: Xarel Forde / T: Michael Mattine) will look to control the pace, while KEE’S FLATTER (J: Pietro Moran / T: Josie Carroll) and STEALIN’ TIME (J: Eswan Flores / T: Martin Hinckson) will be primed for the final furlong. Track position and split-second decision-making will be crucial in this tightly packed field.
Race 10: The Maiden Claiming – 7F – $32,500 – All-Weather Track
At 7:21 AM, twelve fillies will compete in a finale designed for emerging stars. DANCIN MARY MARIE (J: Austin Adams / T: Michelle M. Love) and LADY ON THE NILE (J: Pietro Moran / T: Sid C. Attard) will look to challenge early, while ELLIE’S STAR (J: Wilbert Gobay / T: Orane Scott) and CLOSING APPEAL (J: Jose Luis Campos / T: Frank Huarte) will aim for late positional advantage. Timing and composure will be the deciding factors in this maiden field’s sprint to the finish.
Woodbine’s All-Weather Track has long been a stage for tactical brilliance and thrilling displays of speed. With long straightaways, sweeping turns and world-class facilities, the racetrack ensures that every race from sprints to middle distances offers opportunities for calculated moves, daring rides and memorable finishes. As night falls, the lights will cast a glow over horses and jockeys alike, enhancing the spectacle for every onlooker.
As the final post sounds on November 14, anticipation will already shift to the next Woodbine race day on Saturday, November 15, promising fresh challenges, bold strategies and more winter racing excitement.
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