By Track Historian Bob Gates … at least that’s what they say, and who exactly are “they?” Even AI – Overview wasn’t much help. “There isn’t a single person credited with originally saying "records are made to be broken" it’s a common sentiment that various athletes...
by Track Historian Bob Gates On June 16, 1934 quinella betting was introduced to Winnipeg racegoers at Polo Park racetrack. Traditionally the wager was offered on the final race of the day. The bet called for picking the first two finishers, regardless of order....