Harness racing starts Sunday

LEAMINGTON — The horses will be at their trotting and pacing best on Sunday afternoon at Leamington Raceway as the Lakeshore Horse Association presents the first of 14 race dates for 2021.

Leamington’s half mile track, combined with newly improved paddock and website, promises to attract some great horses and drivers this summer.

Track announcer Nathan Bain is back in the announcer’s booth and ready to call the races for fans in attendance.

Last year, the first few race dates were without fans, with the last half of the season allowing about 100 fans in the gate.

This year, the raceway is allowed up to 50 per cent capacity, which will be considerably more fans, making the family atmosphere that much better.

Admission is free and post time for the first race is 1:00 pm. on Sunday, August 8.