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Today, Larry goes one-on-one with Woodbine host, commentator and handicapper Jeff Bratt, who returns to Ponies 24-7 for the first time this year. Jeff previews today's Woodbine card, including the Grade three Ontario Derby and Grade three Ontario Fashion Stakes, and discusses the contenders in both races. He also reflects on how he first became interested in horse racing, how his role at
Woodbine has evolved, and what goes into preparing for a day of handicapping. Jeff explains the importance of watching race replays, the angles he looks for when evaluating horses, and the differences between handicapping races on turf and Tapeta. He also discusses some of the standout performances at Woodbine this season, Luster's recent appearance at Keeneland, and the races that have left the biggest impression on him throughout his career.

Also today, Woodbine Thoroughbred trainer Julia Carey makes her first appearance on Ponies 24-7 following a twenty twenty-six season that has produced eleven victories and twenty-eight in-the-money finishes. Carey has trained the winners of more than eight point seven million dollars in career purse earnings, including horses such as Dysfunction, winner of the Vigil Stakes, and Flagg of Honor, winner of the Grade two Kennedy Road Stakes. Julia discusses how she became involved in Thoroughbred racing, the mentors who helped her develop as a trainer, and some of the horses she has worked with throughout her career. She also previews today's one hundred seventy-five thousand dollar Grade three Ontario Derby, where she sends out Brachetto following his runner-up finish in the Prince of Wales Stakes at Fort Erie and an earlier victory in the Grade three Marine Stakes at Woodbine.

Then, five-time Canadian Driver of the Year James MacDonald returns to the show as he continues to lead the country's harness drivers in purse earnings. MacDonald has driven the winners of more than eight point one million dollars this season while recording approximately two hundred seventy-five victories. James reflects on his twenty twenty-six campaign, how his results compare with previous seasons, and the goals he sets for himself each year. He also discusses his family's involvement in Standardbred racing, some of the best horses he has driven, and how he manages the demands of competing throughout the racing season. James also looks ahead to tonight's Breeders Crown eliminations at Eldorado Scioto Downs, where he will drive reigning Horse of the Year Beau Jangles in the three-year-old pacing colt division, with a place in next week's final on the line.

In our feature “In Case You Missed It,” Larry recaps the biggest racing headlines from the past week across North America. Later, he delivers his Ponies Picks of the Day, sponsored by Rocket Ship Racing, highlighting potential wagering opportunities at Woodbine, Woodbine Mohawk Park, and several other tracks racing today. And in this week’s Road Trip, powered by Amplify Logistics and The Cargo Group, Larry heads to Woodbine for the one hundred seventy-five thousand dollar Grade three Ontario Derby, a mile-and-an-eighth test on the Tapeta surface for three-year-olds.

Today, Larry goes one-on-one with MyRacehorse Director of Partner Strategy and Growth Tyler Peoples following the announcement that the fractional Thoroughbred ownership platform is expanding into Canada through a partnership with Woodbine Entertainment. Tyler explains how MyRacehorse works, the approval process required to enter the Canadian market, and how racing fans can purchase ownership shares starting at one hundred Canadian dollars. He also introduces Atlantic Voyage 24, a two-year-old filly who will be trained by Josie Carroll at Woodbine, with plans to begin racing next month. Tyler discusses the benefits available to shareholders, including behind-the-scenes access, morning training visits, paddock tours and race-day experiences. He also reflects on the history of MyRacehorse, how horses and trainers are selected, and the company's plans for expanding its Canadian ownership program.

Also today, former NHL player and Thoroughbred owner Mike Robitaille joins Ponies 24-7 for the first time. Robitaille played three hundred eighty-two NHL games with four different teams before later spending three years managing Fort Erie Racetrack. Mike discusses how he first became interested in horse racing, his involvement in Thoroughbred ownership over the past forty-five years, and some of the horses and hockey colleagues he has shared ownership interests with. He also reflects on his hockey career and the connection between professional athletes and the competitive side of horse racing. Mike previews today's one hundred twenty-five thousand dollar Sophomore Stakes at Woodbine, where he is part owner of My Covenant, a seven-length winner of the Lake Erie Stakes at Fort Erie who is trained by Audrey Cheung. He also discusses his relationship with Cheung, his experiences as an owner, and the races he would still like to win.

Then, former jockey and now Thoroughbred trainer John Grabowski makes his first appearance on Ponies 24-7 following his first Grade one stakes victory as a trainer with Dotsy in the Frizette Stakes. Purchased for thirty-seven thousand dollars as a yearling, Dotsy captured the race in just her second lifetime start with Kendrick Carmouche aboard. John discusses the filly's preparation for the Frizette, what the victory meant after more than two decades as a trainer, and his plans for her going forward. He also reflects on a riding career that produced more than three thousand four hundred victories and twenty-eight million dollars in purse earnings. John recalls beginning his career in California, his move to Finger Lakes, and the six riding titles he earned there, including a track-record two hundred thirty-three victories in two thousand. He also discusses his transition from riding to training and the horses currently in his stable.

In our feature “In Case You Missed It,” Larry recaps the biggest racing headlines from the past week across North America. Later, he delivers his Ponies Picks of the Day, sponsored by Rocket Ship Racing, highlighting potential wagering opportunities at Woodbine, Woodbine Mohawk Park, and several other tracks racing today. And in this week’s Road Trip, powered by Amplify Logistics and The Cargo Group, Larry heads to Keeneland for the seven hundred fifty thousand dollar Grade one Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup Stakes, a mile-and-an-eighth turf test for three-year-old fillies.

Today, Larry goes one-on-one with Highfield Investment Group Vice President of Racing Entertainment Centres Paul Ryneveld following the announcement that Highfield is acquiring Century Mile Racetrack and Casino near Edmonton and Century Downs Racetrack and Casino near Calgary. Paul discusses what the acquisition means for horse racing in Alberta, Highfield’s involvement in the racing and breeding industry, and the Munro family’s investment in the sport. He also explains the importance of keeping horsemen involved in the operation of the two racetracks, the role casinos play in supporting racing, and why transparency and communication with Alberta horsemen will be priorities going forward. Paul also discusses marketing, plans to rename both tracks, horse supply in the province, and the timeline for Highfield’s plans for the two properties. PONIES 24-7, OCTOBER 3RD , 2026

Also today, Keeneland track announcer Kurt Becker returns to Ponies 24-7 during the opening weekend of Keeneland’s autumn meet. Kurt previews today’s graded stakes action, including the Grade one Coolmore Turf Mile, the Grade one First Lady Stakes and the Grade one Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity. He discusses some of the horses entered in those races, including Rhetorical and Zulu Kingdom in the Turf Mile, Madanaba in the First Lady, and Coach Pope and American History in the Breeders’ Futurity. Kurt also reflects on his career calling races at Keeneland, what makes the track unique, how he became a race announcer, and the announcers who influenced his style. He also looks ahead to Keeneland hosting the Breeders’ Cup on October thirtieth and thirty-first. PONIES 24-7, OCTOBER 3RD , 2026

Then, Chiefswood Stables General Manager Robert Landry returns to the show to catch up on the operation and preview several Chiefswood runners at Woodbine. Robert discusses his responsibilities as General Manager, the different divisions of Chiefswood and the goals established for its racing program. He also previews today’s runners, including Cobourg, first-time starter Liam’s Riddle and Western Whirl, who competes in the two hundred fifty thousand dollar Grade two Nearctic Stakes after finishing third in the race last year. Robert also looks back on his own riding career, which included more than two thousand victories and over sixty-nine million dollars in purse earnings, and discusses his decision to retire from riding and some of the jockeys he competed against during his career. PONIES 24-7, OCTOBER 3RD , 2026

In our feature “In Case You Missed It,” Larry recaps the biggest racing headlines from the past week across North America. Later, he delivers his Ponies Picks of the Day, sponsored by Rocket Ship Racing, highlighting potential wagering opportunities at Woodbine, Woodbine Mohawk Park, and several other tracks racing today. And in this week’s Road Trip, powered by Amplify Logistics and The Cargo Group, Larry heads to Keeneland for the Grade one one million two hundred fifty thousand dollar Coolmore Turf Mile, a one-mile turf test for three-year-olds and up. PONIES 24-7, OCTOBER 3RD , 2026