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Snapshot In Time by Bob Gates

Snapshot In Time by Bob Gates

By Track Historian Bob Gates This past February 15, Ken “Hank” Hendricks passed away peacefully at the age of 75. Over the next four weeks, we will take a pictorial journey through just a few highlights of his career at Assiniboia Downs. “Hank,” as he liked to be...

Snapshot In Time – Sacred Arrow

Snapshot In Time – Sacred Arrow

By Bob Gates Our fourth and final Love Month tribute goes to Sacred Arrow. This chestnut mare raced from 1966 to 1969. She may not be the most well-known competitor, but there's something to appreciate about a June 10, 1967, photo featuring John and June Sifton. We're...

Rangatira: Power, Class & Heart

Rangatira: Power, Class & Heart

By Track Historian Bob Gates Every once in a while a horse comes along with a unique combination of qualities that separates him from the rest.  Lloyd Gray & sons’ Rangatira was a racehorse that ticked all the boxes. He was a gelded son of 1955 Horse of the Year...