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| | ISSUE #202 - SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 | | Live Racing starts at 7:30 p.m. | Certified Angus Prime Rib Buffet. Every live race night! | | |
Only 6 Nights of Live Racing Left
Live racing continues every Tuesday and Wednesday, plus this Monday, September 15. Post time is 7:30 p.m.—and as always, admission and parking are free.
Mandatory payout of the ASD Jackpot Pick 5 on Wednesday, October 8 (if not won prior to). Current carryover is $212,310.
Indulge in our renowned Certified Angus Prime Rib Buffet—carved to perfection and served with a tempting selection of chicken, seafood, rotating entrées, and more!
- Adults: $59.95
- Seniors (65+): $54.95
- Kids (6–12): $34.95
- Kids (5 & under): $22.95
Reservations are limited—call today to secure your table for the Certified Angus Prime Rib Buffet!
CLICK HERE for schedule
| | | Groom Katie Morris leads Burrow Down and Damario Bynoe into the winner's circle after their victory in the $50,000 Manitoba Matron on Tuesday. (Jason Halstead / Assiniboia Photo) | | |
Bynoe Puts on a Riding Clinic, Gourneau, Taphorn Win Big in Championship Races
Jockey Damario Bynoe put on a riding clinic at the Downs this week with three straight hat tricks, five-time leading trainer Jerry Gourneau won five races, and the best horses on the grounds delivered in spades in the two biggest championship races of the meeting.
Bynoe entered the week tied with three-time leading rider Antonio Whitehall with 40 wins each and amazingly managed to open an eight-win lead on his rival. The score is now 49-41 in favour of Bynoe, and that will be very tough for Whitehall to overcome.
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| | | September ASD Handicapping Challenge winner Roger Jones. (George Williams Photo) | | |
Roger Jones Wins ASD Handicapping Challenge for Third Time
Roger Jones won the ASD Handicapping Challenge for the third time last Tuesday, and he's going to Vegas with his girlfriend and fellow contest winner Nicole Baker at the end of October to celebrate with his $3,500 prize money.
It was the fourth overall tournament win at Assiniboia Downs for the 54-year-old bus operator, but his first win in the live contest in about eight years. It also vaulted Jones to the top of the standings in the Handicapper of the Year contest.
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| | | Girls Night Out - Wednesdays until October 8th. | | |
Girls Night Out - Every Wednesday!
Due to popular demand, Girls Night Out has been extended through Wednesday, October 8th!
Grab your girlfriends and join us at the Downs for an evening of fun, food, and fabulous prizes—just for the girls!
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Fancy Hat Draw - Wear your best Derby hat and enter to win $150 cash! Draw after Race 6.
- Girls-Only Special $100 Cash Draws - enter to win - draws after Races 4, 5 & 6.
- $5 Food & Drink Specials (available on the main and 3rd floor) – Fireball Shot, Peach Tart Shot, 6 oz House Wine, Razderby Lemonade, Chicken Fingers Snack, Popcorn, Double Scoop of Ice Cream.
- $5 Espresso Martini Shooter – includes a ballot to win a $300 Thermea Spa Gift Card. Sponsored by Corby Spirit & Wine.
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NFL Picks by TravyFootball
Week 3
TravyFootball looks to stay hot after a perfect 3-0 run last week, bringing his season record to 5-1. This week’s predictions: Vikings over Bengals in a battle of backup QBs, Eagles over Rams in a gritty NFC clash, and Commanders over Raiders—if rookie QB Jayden Daniels suits up. See the full analysis here.
| | Thanksgiving Buffet Tickets on Sale Now! | | |
Thanksgiving Buffet
Sunday, October 12
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a festive buffet on Sunday, October 12 from 4–8 p.m. at Assiniboia Downs. Savour roast turkey with all the trimmings, carved ham, seasonal sides, and decadent desserts like pecan, apple, and pumpkin pie with ice cream. See full menu here.
Tickets: Adults $44.95 | Ages 6–12 $29.95 | Ages 5 & under $16.95
Don't wait - call 204-885-3330 to order your tickets today!
| | Trainer Jerry Gourneau walks into the winner's circle with the 2025 Gold Cup trophy after his victory in the race with Mr Jaws for owner Henry S. Witt, Jr. (Jason Halstead / Assiniboia Photo). Click photo to enlarge. | | |
Looking for a Special Photo?
Track Photographer Jason Halstead may have just what you're looking for
Looking for that extra-special photo of your big horse, one you might not find in your win pictures?
Track photographer Jason Halstead takes numerous photos during the races, and not all of them can make it into the win photos. If you’re looking for something frameable from your big race, or of your special horse, email Jason at jjhphoto@gmail.com.
Prices are excellent! Almost as good as his photos 😊
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A Snapshot in Time by Bob Gates
This year’s J.W. Sifton Memorial was the 56th edition of the race. The 1st running of the Memorial dedicated to the memory of John Sifton was won by Merry’s Hi Note on July 1, 1970. (Gerry Hart photo)
| | Rondelito wins his fifth race in a row in the $125,000 BC Derby last Saturday. (Patti Tubbs Photo) | | |
Rondelito Wins Delayed BC Derby, Connections of Manitoba Derby winner Attack Collect Series Bonus
Rondelito parlayed a stalking trip behind a wild pace battle into a victory in the British Columbia Derby (G3) on Saturday at Hastings Racecourse in Vancouver, and there was more craziness in the BC Oaks.
Three of the four entrants in the Oaks were involved in a bumping incident that led to a lengthy inquiry and, eventually, a double disqualification. The filly that crossed the wire first in the Oaks?
Gee I'm Foxy, a triple stakes winner at ASD last year.
| | Road Forever steps up into stakes competition in Saturday’s $75,000 Aventura at Gulfstream Park. (Lauren King / Coglianese Photo) | | |
15-Length Debut Winner Road Forever Steps Up To Stakes Company At Gulfstream
A trio of dazzling debut winners led by Sonata Stable’s 15-length victor Road Forever are among a half-dozen 2-year-olds set to make the step up to stakes competition in Saturday’s $75,000 Aventura at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach, Fla.
The Aventura, going a one-turn mile on the main track, is the first of four supporting stakes on an 11-race program headlined by the $200,000 Princess Rooney (G3), a ‘Win and You’re In’ qualifier for the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1).
-- Paulick Report
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Bob's Blog
Memories of Old Polo Park
How about a trip to Polo Park racetrack? Time-travelling Bob is our tour guide for this special excursion to the original Portage Avenue track. Old programs from “The Home of the Canadian Derby” provide the vehicle to revisit Polo Park in 1948, 1950, 1952, 1954 and 1955. Click here if you dare!”
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