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Breeders Crown

Oct 28, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022
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2022 BREEDERS CROWN

Presented by Libfeld/Katz Breeding Partnership

The $6.7 million (USD) Breeders Crown, harness racing’s richest and most prestigious year-end divisional championship series, returns in the last weekend of October 2022 to Woodbine Mohawk Park. A total of 12 championship races will be contested over the weekend, with divisional and Horse of the Year supremacy on the line.

Woodbine Mohawk Park Breeders Crown on October 28, 2022 and October 29, 2022

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
2-Year-Old Eliminations – Post Time 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22
3-Year-Old & Up Eliminations – Post Time 7 p.m.
Driver’s Charity Challenge Foot Race, after Race 2
Free Giveaway* – Woodbine Seat Cushion

MONDAY, OCTOBER 24
Live Racing Post Time 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25
Post Position Draw – Country Heritage Park,
Gambrel Barn, Milton 6 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27
Horse People’s Welcome Reception (North America Cup Room)
Live Racing – Post Time 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28
Breeders Crown 2-Year-Old Championships
Post Time 7 p.m.
Breeders Crown Charity Challenge Presentation
Free Giveaway* – Breeders Crown Toque

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29
Breeders Crown 3-Year-Old+ Championships
Post Time 7 p.m.
Free Giveaway* – Breeders Crown Blanket

*Giveaways to begin at 5 p.m. and distributed on a first come, first serve basis. One giveaway per guest.

OFFICIAL BREEDERS CROWN MERCHANDISE is available for purchase by visiting Woodbine Mohawk Park pop up locations in the Grandstand.

Breeders Crown Charity Challenge

The Breeders Crown Charity Challenge (BCCC) is a fun and exciting addition to one of the premier standardbred racing events on the continent. For owners, race enthusiasts and charities, the BCCC offers those who enjoy the races, as well as those who have yet to discover the thrill of harness racing, an opportunity to support some great causes.

Breeders Crown Charity Challenge

The objectives of the challenge are to: Raise the profile of, and interest in, Standardbred racing across Canada Engage stakeholders in the industry in a meaningful way Raise funds for important Canadian charities.

The challenge runs from September 7th to October 27th. The winning presentation will be made on October 28th at Woodbine Mohawk Park.

The four teams are:

TEAM GRANT

Sponsor: Brad Grant
Driver: Doug McNair
Charity: Milton District Hospital Foundation

TEAM HEIMBECKER

Sponsor: Steve Heimbecker
Driver: James MacDonald
Charity: Pine River Institute

TEAM DETERMINATION

Sponsor: Determination
Driver: Bob McClure
Charity: Kids Help Phone

TEAM LIBFELD & KATZ

Sponsor: Al Libfeld & Marvin Katz
Driver: Louis-Philippe Roy
Charity: Peter Munk Cardiac Centre & Sick Kids Hospital

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Woodbine Mohawk Park is proud to host the most prestigious event in standardbred horse racing – The Breeders Crown presented by Libfeld/Katz Breeding Partnership.  We want your experience with us to be special. Here you will find everything you need to know to make your Breeders Crown experience truly memorable.

Please click on the button below and go directly to the Woodbine Mohawk Park venue information that interests you such as directions and parking, location map, hospitality and more.

PARKING

Woodbine Mohawk Park is proud to offer complimentary and convenient parking to all guests attending the Breeders Crown.

WHAT TO WEAR

Although Woodbine Mohawk Park does not enforce a strict dress code, we recommend ‘track casual’ as a base guideline. Comfort is key – but we are also a venue where visitors like to look smart.

You can’t go wrong with Business Casual
Jackets preferred, blazers, vests, shirts with collars, sweaters, dresses, pantsuits and slacks are appropriate.

For prestigious races such as Pepsi North America Cup and Breeders Crown feel free to dress to impress. Go all out with a snazzy tie or special outfit.

WEATHER

Temperatures in late October range from 5 to 14-degrees Celsius (41 to 57-degrees Fahrenheit), so we recommend you dress warmly with a couple of layers or an overcoat.

If you are planning on going out on the apron to watch a few races, please bring along an umbrella or poncho in case of rain.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

ELEMENTS CASINO MOHAWK

Located inside Woodbine Mohawk Park, Elements Casino Mohawk is a fun and casually upscale gaming destination that boasts over 900 slot machines, electronic and live dealer table long with great dining.  The casino is open 24 hours a day seven days a week.

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE

Often called the loveliest town in Ontario, Niagara-on-the-Lake lets you stroll back through history and enjoy world-class theatre, fine dining, shopping, estate wineries, farm markets and historical sites. Its many attractions include historic sites – Fort George and the Historical Society Museum, the Shaw Festival with its three theatres, the marina, heritage business district for shopping, golf courses, parks and beautiful farmland, agricultural markets and world-famous Niagara wineries. Situated on the south shore of Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River, Niagara-on-the-Lake is a 1 hour and 15 minute-drive from Woodbine Mohawk Park.

CN TOWER

National icon and engineering wonder, CN Tower is one of Toronto’s “must-see” attraction. Rocket to the top in a thrilling 58-second ride aboard glass fronted and glass-floor panelled elevators. Spectacular sights from four observation areas including panoramic views from the floor to ceiling window walls on the LookOut level, the world famous Glass Floor, Outdoor SkyTerrace and SkyPod, the highest. Experience EdgeWalk, the world’s highest outdoor walk on a building.  CN Tower is located in the heart of downtown Toronto, a one hour and 15 minute drive from Woodbine Mohawk Park.

TORONTO PREMIUM OUTLETS

Just a 15-minute drive east of Woodbine Mohawk Park in nearby Halton Hills, Toronto Premium Outlets is one of the top shopping experiences in the Greater Toronto Area.  The outdoor centre features more than 80 stores, providing a savings of 25% to 65% daily, with top brands including Saks OFF 5TH, AllSaints, Burberry, Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Rudsak, Ted Baker, Tory Burch and Under Armour. Among its guest amenities and services are complimentary wheelchair rental, portable phone chargers, free WiFi and a children’s play area.

NIAGARA FALLS

One of the wonders of the world, Niagara Falls is a testament to the power and beauty of nature.  View the majestic Horseshoe Falls (Canada) and American Falls (U.S.A) from observation areas on either side of the border or get up close with a voyage on Maid of the Mist. The area also features Fallsview Casino, Casino Niagara, Clifton Hill entertainment district, Marineland and scenic Nagara Parkway, providing activities for everyone. Niagara Falls is a one hour and 10 minute drive from Woodbine Mohawk Park.

NEWS AND MEDIA

Breeders Crown to return to Woodbine Mohawk Park in 2025

CRANBURY, NEW JERSEY & TORONTO, ONTARIO – The Hambletonian Society and Woodbine Entertainment today announced the 2025 Breeders Crown will be held…

Bulldog Brilliant Concludes Crown Finals

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Bulldog Hanover, the horse who “put the sport on his shoulders this year” with an absolutely incredible…

Ontario’s world-class ace: Bulldog Hanover unleashes record-setting performance

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Bulldog Hanover blazed his way into the record books with yet another jaw-dropping tour de force, this…

Ecurie D DK ties stakes record in Breeders Crown Open Trot Championship

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Ecurie D DK became the first repeater of the Breeders Crown Open Trot Championship in nineteen years on…

Pebble Beach skips to impressive score

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Pebble Beach shored up his rock-solid resume with another classic Canadian performance, this time in the $911,250…

King Of The North Gets His ‘Crown’

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Off his 28-1 powerhouse performance in the elimination, King Of The North followed that effort with total destruction…

Treacherous Dragon Terrific In Exciting Crown Final

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Treacherous Dragon found room late and hauled down favourite Niki Hill in the final strides to take the…

JIGGY JOG S CONTINES HOT in 3YO TROTTING FILLY CROWN

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Jiggy Jog S and driver Dexter Dunn waited as long as they could, then moved first-over in…

Grace Hill Holds Off Test Of Faith In Mare Pace

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Driver Doug McNair asserted Grace Hill to the fore and used every inch of her speed to keep…

Back To Back Breeders Crowns For Bella Bellini

MILTON, October 29, 2022 – Harness racing’s newest two million dollar winner is the four-year-old trotting mare Bella Bellini who overcame a flat…

Exhilarating Kick Off To 2022 Breeders Crown Finals

MILTON, October 28, 2022 – The four freshman finals of the 2022 Breeders Crown, worth $810,000 each, kicked off on a beautiful fall…

Ammo fires off Breeders Crown shocker

MILTON, October 28, 2022 – Ammo, sent on his way at 52-1, pulled off the stunning upset in Friday’s $810,000 Breeders Crown…

Truly A Special Filly In Record Performance

MILTON, October 28, 2022 – The $810,000 Breeders Crown Final for freshman trotting fillies was billed as a face off between Special…

Popular Victory For Gaines Hanover

MILTON, October 28, 2022 – Gaines Hanover kicked off the 2022 Breeders Crown Friday night at Woodbine Mohawk Park and scored an…

A passion for Fashion Frenzie

Louis-Philippe Roy would love to make a ‘Fashion’ statement on Saturday night at Woodbine Mohawk Park. When the field of 11 top-rank…

Stage set for Breeders Crown weekend at Woodbine Mohawk Park

MILTON, October 25, 2022 – Participants and dignitaries gathered Tuesday evening at Country Heritage Park in Milton, Ontario for a special post-position…

Watch tonight’s Breeders Crown Press Conference and Post Draw

MILTON, October 25, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment and the Hambletonian Society will be hosting a special press conference and post-position draw this…

Pebble Beach and Bythemissal skip to impressive scores in their Breeders Crown elims

MILTON, October 22, 2022 – Two standout sophomore colts, Pebble Beach and Bythemissal, punched their tickets to the big dance in a…

New Canadian Record For Jiggy Jog S: Breeders Crown 3 Year Old Trot Eliminations

MILTON, October 22, 2022 – Jiggy Jog S and Joviality S were impressive winners in the two $33,750 Breeders Crown eliminations for three-year-old…

Test Of Faith and Grace Hill take Breeders Crown Open Mare Pace Eliminations

MILTON, October 22, 2022 – Test Of Faith and driver David Miller made it interesting but got the job done for the 33rd time…

Posts drawn for several Breeders Crown finals

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – The post position draws for six of next weekend’s Breeders Crown finals took place Friday night at…

Confederate & Handlelikeaporsche Take Freshman Crown Elims

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – Two rookie pacing colts, Confederate and Handlelikeaporsche, made their first Canadian starts winning ones in two $33,750…

Sylvia Hanover and Charleston take Crown eliminations

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – The first- and second-place finishers in the Shes A Great Lady last month at Woodbine Mohawk Park…

A Special Filly In Breeders Crown Elim For Rookie Trotters

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – Special Way extended her winning streak to six with an impressive victory in the lone $33,750 Breeders…

Gaines Hanover and Celebrity Bambino score in Crown eliminations

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – Gaines Hanover and driver Louis Philippe Roy took control of the pace at the quarter pole and…

Bulldog Hanover preps for Crown with 1:51.2 qualifier

MILTON, October 21, 2022 – A quartet of Breeders Crown finalists took to the track Friday morning at Woodbine Mohawk Park for…

Breeders Crown Post Position Draw & Dinner to be held at Country Heritage Park

MILTON, October 19, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment and the Hambletonian Society today announced the 2022 Breeders Crown Post Position Draw and Dinner…

Breeders Crown: Four divisions go straight to finals

CRANBURY, NEW JERSEY, October 18, 2022– Eliminations are unnecessary in four Breeders Crown divisions – the Open Trot, Mare Trot, Open Pace…

$6.7 Million Breeders Crown Draws 174 in Woodbine Mohawk Park Fall Championships

CRANBURY, NEW JERSEY, October 18, 2022– Entries for the $6.7 million Breeders Crown events saw 174 of the sport’s top trotters and…

Participants up for the Breeders Crown Charity challenge

MILTON, September 14, 2022 – The launch of the 2022 Breeders Crown Charity Challenge (BCCC), sponsored by the Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership, is…

Participants up for the Breeders Crown Charity challenge

MILTON, September 10, 2022 – The launch of the 2022 Breeders Crown Charity Challenge (BCCC), sponsored by the Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership, is…

Breeders Crown Charity Challenge presented by Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership set to return

MILTON, July 11, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment, Hambletonian Society and Breeders Crown presenting sponsor Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership today announced the return of…

Woodbine releases schedule for massive 2022 Standardbred stakes season

MILTON, January 14, 2022 – Woodbine Entertainment today unveiled the schedule for its lucrative 2022 Standardbred stakes events at Woodbine Mohawk Park….

2022 Breeders Crown returns to Woodbine Mohawk Park

MILTON, January 13, 2022 – The $6.7 million (USD) Breeders Crown, harness racing’s richest and most prestigious year-end divisional championship series, returns…

Leading Mohawk owner Brad Grant sends out six Breeders Crown finalists

MILTON, October 28, 2021 – But the man from Milton said he might be cheering hardest for super trotting mare Atlanta to…

James MacDonald has many reasons for confidence heading into Breeders Crown

James MacDonald admits past trips to drive in major stakes races at The Meadowlands in New Jersey have been daunting. But this…

In Pictures: The 2019 Breeders Crown

MILTON, November 5, 2019 – The 2019 Breeders Crown brought the very best from around the harness racing World to Woodbine Mohawk…

Breeders Crown at Woodbine Mohawk Park a “Huge Success”

MILTON, October 29, 2019 — The 36th Breeders Crown, presented by Libfeld/Katz Breeding Partnership, was held this past weekend at Woodbine Mohawk…

Bold Eagle soars to Breeders Crown victory

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – France’s Bold Eagle made the trip to Canada for the $500,000 (US) Breeders Crown Open Trot a…

Dancin Lou wins Breeders Crown by a head

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Dancin Lou displayed tremendous determination to track down and nail Bettors Wish at the finish line to…

Gimpanzee grabs second Crown trophy

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Trainer Marcus Melander brought three high profile colts into the $500,000 (US) Breeders Crown for sophomores on…

American History carves victory in Breeders Crown Open Pace

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Joe Bongiorno took a route up the rail late to win the $655,000 Breeders Crown Open Pace…

Warrawee Ubeaut repeats in Breeders Crown

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Warrawee Ubeaut had to work a bit hard to gain the front but the Sweet Lou-sired filly…

Winndevie much the best in Crown

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Brian Sears guided race-favorite Winndevie to a late-charging win in the $655,000 (CAD) Breeders Crown Two-Year-Old Filly…

Manchego dominate in Crown victory

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 – Manchego and driver Dexter Dunn put on a show in capturing the $325,000 (US) Breeders Crown for…

Caviart Ally powers to Crown victory

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 26 - Caviart Farms' Caviart Ally ($7.00) sustained a first-over push out of midfield to duel down divisional standout...

‘Papi Rob disqualified, Tall Dark Stranger claims Crown

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 25, 2019 – The $600,000 (US) Breeders Crown 2-Year-Old Colt Pace was expected to be a battle between elimination…

Amigo Volo vaults to victory in Breeders Crown Two-Year-Old Colt Trot

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 25, 2019 – Amigo Volo (Dexter Dunn) was never challenged in a wire-to-wire mile of 1:54.3, taking the the…

McCarthy, Alagna score Crown double in upset fashion

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 25, 2019 – The trainer-driver team of Tony Alagna and Andrew McCarthy put forth a second-straight shocker when Reflect…

Ramona Hill defies post, devours field in Breeders Crown Two-Year-Old Filly Trot

MILTON, ONTARIO, October 25 – Leaving from the farther-most post 10, Andrew McCarthy made two big moves with Ramona Hill to easily…

Woodbine announces additions to Crown wagering menu

MILTON, October 23, 2019 – Woodbine Entertainment has announced the addition of several guaranteed pools and multi-leg wagers for this weekend’s Breeders…

#Crown19: Johansson and Captain Crunch stepping up for Charity

MILTON, October 22, 2019 – On and off the racetrack, Captain Crunch is always clutch when it’s crunch time. When the opportunity…

Breeders Crown finals drawn at Press Conference

MILTON, October 22, 2019 – Post positions for all 12 of this weekend’s Breeders Crown Finals at Woodbine Mohawk Park are set…

Dunn sweeps 3-Year-Old Colt Pace elims to cap off memorable night

MILTON, ONT, October 19, 2019 – Driver Dexter Dunn completed a night to remember Saturday at Woodbine Mohawk Park by capturing both…

Warrawee Ubeaut best in 3-Year-Old Filly Pace elim

MILTON, ONT, October 19, 2019 – Odds-on favourite Warrawee Ubeaut took command midway through the mile and scooted away from competition under…

Dunn sweeps Mare Trot Crown eliminations

MILTON, ONT, October 19, 2019 – Reinsman Dexter Dunn cleaned up in the Mare Trot eliminations on Saturday night at Woodbine Mohawk…

Dont Letem matches Canadian record in Crown elim score

MILTON, ONT, October 19, 2019 – Yannick Gingras drove Dont Letem to a 1:51.3 win in the $32,500 (CAD) Breeders Crown Three-Year-Old…

The Ice Dutchess & Millies Possesion take Crown eliminations

MILTON, ONT, October 19, 2019 – Sophomore trotting fillies launched the second night of Breeders Crown eliminations on Saturday evening at Woodbine…

‘Papi Rob’ large in Crown elimination victory

MILTON, ONT, October 18, 2019 – Earlier in the evening driver Yannick Gingras upended two unbeaten juveniles in capturing Breeders Crown eliminations….

Bates secures ‘Priceless’ spot in Breeders Crown 2-Year-Old Filly Pace

MILTON, ONT, October 18, 2019 – Trainer-driver Brandon Bates will make his Breeders Crown debut following a 1:50.2 blowout victory on Friday night…

Gingras sweeps #Crown19 rookie trot eliminations

MILTON, ONT, October 18, 2019 – Driver Yannick Gingras set up shop in the winner’s circle to launch the Breeders Crown elimination…

MacIntosh making moves into Breeders Crown

MILTON, October 18, 2019 – Woodbine Mohawk Park-based trainer Blake MacIntosh sends a four-pronged contingent into the Breeders Crown eliminations as he…

FEATURE: Plesac pitching in for Standardbreds

MILTON, October 17, 2019 – He might be known for his proficiency on the pitcher’s mound, but Dan Plesac is equally impressive…

Official Cocktails of #Crown19 Unveiled

MILTON, October 15, 2019 – This year’s Breeders Crown promises to be one of the biggest of all-time…so big it needed not…

Breeders Crown paths set for sophomores & up

MILTON, October 15, 2019 – Divisional supremacy and international glory will be on the line in the eight Breeders Crown events for…

Rookies to clash in Friday Crown eliminations

MILTON, October 15, 2019 – Filly pacer Lyons Sentinel, this season’s richest 2-year-old, as well as undefeated divisional money-leaders Tall Dark Stranger,…

$6 Million Breeders Crown Draws 161 in Woodbine Mohawk Park Fall Championships

Cranbury, NJ/Milton, ON, October 15, 2019 – Entries for the $6 million Breeders Crown events saw 161 elite trotters and pacers fill…

Four supplement to Crown; Foreign Classic invitee Bold Eagle enters

CRANBURY, NJ/MILTON, ON — The wide-open sophomore pacing colt landscape and a sparkling performance in the Ontario Sire Stake 3-year-old filly pace…

Breeders Crown supplemental and entry box approaching

MILTON, October 8, 2019 – A little less than a week remains to the deadline for potential supplements to the three-year-old and…

Filion T-Shirt giveaway set for Saturday

MILTON, September 20, 2019 – Racing fans will want to arrive early to Woodbine Mohawk Park this Saturday (September 21) to collect…

Charity Challenge Breeding Auction Three Weeks Away

MILTON, September 11, 2019 – Woodbine Entertainment and Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership have released further details for the upcoming breeding auction on Wednesday,…

Breeders Crown Dining Passes on Sale

MILTON, August 28, 2019 – Dining passes are now on sale for this October’s Breeders Crown, presented by Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership, at…

Driver T-Shirt Giveaway Series starts Saturday

MILTON, August 28, 2019 – The Canadian Pacing Derby and Maple Leaf Trot take place this Saturday at Woodbine Mohawk Park and…

Breeders Crown Charity Challenge breeding auction unveiled

MILTON, August 23, 2019 – Woodbine Entertainment and Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership are pleased to announce a breeding auction for Wednesday, October 2...

Woodbine & Libfeld-Katz present Breeders Crown Charity Challenge

MILTON, June 10, 2019 – Sports and entertainment collides for the inaugural Breeders Crown Charity Challenge, presented by Libfeld-Katz Breeding Partnership and…

Tickets now on sale for 2019 Breeders Crown

MILTON, June 3, 2019 – The very best in harness racing are coming to Woodbine Mohawk Park for the $6 million Breeders…

Woodbine announces $16 million-plus 2019 stakes schedule

MILTON, January 17, 2019 – Woodbine Entertainment today revealed its industry-leading $16 million-plus Standardbred Stakes lineup for 2019. The 2019 stakes schedule…

Dates and Format set for 2019 Breeders Crown at Woodbine Mohawk Park

MILTON, December 20, 2018 – The $6 million Breeders Crown, harness racing’s richest and most prestigious year-end divisional championship series, will be…

Breeders Crown filled with Canadian connections

MILTON, October 26, 2018 – The 35th edition of the Breeders Crown, harness racing’s year-end championships, will take place this Saturday at…

BREEDERS CROWN TO RETURN IN 2019 TO WOODBINE MOHAWK PARK

MILTON, April 16, 2018 – The $6 million Breeders Crown, harness racing’s richest and most prestigious year-end divisional championship series, is set…

MOMENTS

2011 Open Trot – San Pail
2015 Open Pace – Always B Miki
2003 Mare Pace – Eternal Camnation
1997 3-Year-Old Colt Trot – Malabar Man
1993 Open Pace – Staying Together
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