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Thrilling Race at Sha Tin, Baffert's Milestone, Hastings Racecourse Closure Shakes Horse Racing Community


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On December 7, 2025, the first race of the day at Sha Tin, known as the Ashley Handicap, delivered a thrilling competition for horse racing enthusiasts. Emerging victorious in this race was Foremost Teddy, ridden by jockey C. S. Shum and guided by K. Teetan, securing the win from draw number 3. Following closely in second place was Hailtothevictors, piloted by D. Eustace with L. Ferraris handling the reins from draw 11.

In a separate yet significant development for the horse racing industry, trainer Bob Baffert celebrated a milestone achievement by securing his ninth consecutive victory at the Starlet, an achievement highlighted by BloodHorse. This event underscores Baffert's continued dominance and influence in the world of Thoroughbred racing, further cementing his legacy and influence over high stakes events such as the Kentucky Oaks.

Meanwhile, the racing community is grappling with the sudden closure of Vancouver's Hastings Racecourse, the last operating thoroughbred racetrack in British Columbia. This unexpected shutdown has blindsided hundreds of workers, casting uncertainty over their futures. The closure announcement, which took immediate effect, has been met with a wave of shock, leaving employees and the wider horse racing community scrambling to navigate the aftermath.

The cessation of horse racing at Hastings Park marks a significant shift in the local industry's landscape, as the venue was a longstanding hub for enthusiasts and professionals alike. The abrupt nature of the closure has led to widespread disappointment and frustration, as many stakeholders had no advance warning of the impending decision.

As the global horse racing community reacts to these developments, the focus remains on the impacts for those directly affected by the closure of Hastings Racecourse and the implications for the industry at large. While celebrations arise in some quarters with wins and records, others face uncertainty and upheaval in the wake of impactful closures.

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Horse Racing News TrackerBy Inception Point Ai