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Jump Canada Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations

Jump Canada Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations

Toronto, Ontario – The Jump Canada Hall of Fame is calling for nominations for its 2026 Induction class. The Jump Canada Hall of Fame Gala and Induction Ceremony, presented by BMO, returns on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Liberty Grand in Toronto, ON.

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My Royal Swinger Leads 1-2 Tavares Finish

My Royal Swinger Leads 1-2 Tavares Finish

AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 22, 2026 - In front of a large and raucous Father's Day crowd, young jockey CORRY BELAND guided Joe Tavares' MY ROYAL SWINGER to victory in the $31,680 Unclassified Stakes, his first stakes win as a rider. The 24-year-old gathered the 3-year-old gelding up after some bumping at the start of the 330-yard dash and the pair zipped away from eight rivals to win by half a length in 17.163 for a 90 speed index.

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Father's Day Fun at Ajax Downs, Three Champions Meet in Maturity

Father's Day Fun at Ajax Downs, Three Champions Meet in Maturity

AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 19 2026 - Celebrate Father's Day at Ajax Downs this Sunday, June 21 , and catch some exciting Quarter Horse racing, receive a gift with program purchase (while supplies last), and take part in raffle draws for prizes.

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Calgary Stampede welcomes global rodeo stars to The World's Richest Outdoor Rodeo

Calgary Stampede welcomes global rodeo stars to The World's Richest Outdoor Rodeo

CALGARY (June 18, 2026) — The world's best rodeo athletes are heading to Calgary for 10 days of elite competition, as the 2026 Calgary Stampede Rodeo returns to GMC Stadium from July 3 to 12.

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Jump Canada Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations

Jump Canada Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations

Posted in English riding, Equestrian News, Home Page articles

Toronto, Ontario – The Jump Canada Hall of Fame is calling for nominations for its 2026 Induction class. The Jump Canada Hall of Fame Gala and Induction Ceremony, presented by BMO, returns on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Liberty Grand in Toronto, ON.

Read more

My Royal Swinger Leads 1-2 Tavares Finish

My Royal Swinger Leads 1-2 Tavares Finish

Posted in Equestrian News, Home Page articles, horse-racing

AJAX DOWNS, JUNE 22, 2026 - In front of a large and raucous Father's Day crowd, young jockey CORRY BELAND guided Joe Tavares' MY ROYAL SWINGER to victory in the $31,680 Unclassified Stakes, his first stakes win as a rider. The 24-year-old gathered the 3-year-old gelding up after some bumping at the start of the 330-yard dash and the pair zipped away from eight rivals to win by half a length in 17.163 for a 90 speed index.

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