The Manitoba Jockey Club has been granted a racing licence for Assiniboia Downs by the Manitoba Horse Racing Commission for 2014.

That means the Downs can continue simulcasting and making preparations for the live thoroughbred horse racing meet that opens May 4. The commission had granted the Jockey Club a temporary licence, which was due to expire Friday.

“Relieved and enthusiastic about 2014,” Downs CEO Darren Dunn responded Thursday, when asked about the decision. “It’s a win for Manitoba overall.”
The commission made the decision after an emergency meeting with Jockey Club officials Wednesday night.

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