Horse Racing Alberta
#720, 9707-110 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2L9
Tel: 780.415.5432
Judges Report
| Track: The Track On 2 | Date: 3/21/2026 | Post: 1:10 P.M. |
| Weather: -2C | Wind: NW 6KM/HR | AQI: 3 AQHI: 2 |
| Track Condition: Good (1 second variant) | Purses - $33,000 | |
| Number of Races: 8 | Qualifiers - 2 | Entries 54/54 |
| Scratches: | Vet - 1 | Judges - 0 |
| Official Veterinarian: | Dr. Gigi Van Ostrand | |
| Judges: | Paul Hogan | Kyle Reibeling |
Report on day’s Events: (Backstretch - accidents, fines, suspensions, objections, disqualifications, refunds, pertinent incidents, general details etc., Film Reviews, Races, Claims)
Office:
From March 15th race card, driver Blake Piwniuk met with Judges regarding his urging during the stretch drive in Race #4. After reviewing the video replay, Mr. Piwniuk understands what is expected to comply with the rules.
A number of licensees were contacted and reminded that they have to complete the online Respect In The Workplace course by March 31st.
Film reviews:
Blake Piwniuk Race #4 March 15th.
Races:
Race #1 – Inquiry X 2
- First inquiry involved the break by #4 Sloppy Joe (Drew Campbell 3rd) after the start and did not violate the HRA breaking rule.
- Second inquiry involved HF Runninn On Mt (Lambert 4th) who was on top as the horses approached the half mile pole when he tried to pull up, racing was tight, but there were no violations.
- #5 HF Faithatfulspeed – Vet scratch (lame) and must qualify.
- Minor delay due to tote system issues.
Race #2 – Clear
Race #3 – Clear
- Cautioned driver Blaine Chappell (#7 Center Piece 3rd) regarding his urging in the stretch.
Race #4 – Clear
- Cautioned driver Ryan Grundy (#3 Foothills Magic 3rd) regarding his urging in the stretch.
Race #5 – Clear
Race #6 – Clear
Race #7 – Clear
- Cautioned driver Terry Kaufman (#2 Major Winker 3rd) regarding his urging at the start and in the stretch.
Race #8 – Clear
- #2 Promising Flight (5th) finished with BE (flat tire).
Claims:
No claims