COVID-19 pandemic.Harness racing resumes Friday night at Woodbine Mohawk Park in Campbellville, Ont., following an 78-day hiatus.
Horses ran there until March before action was suspended due to the novel coronavirus outbreak.But this weekend will feature consecutive 10-race cards (Friday-Saturday).
The pandemic also forced the postponement of the April 18 opening of the thoroughbred card at Woodbine Racetrack. Racing finally begins there Saturday with an 11-race program featuring 118 entries.Racing at both venues will be minus spectators, with essential personnel adhering to strict health-and-safety protocols.“It’s hugely gratifying on three levels,'”Woodbine Entertainment CEO Jim Lawson said.