Trainer Attard sends two horses postward Saturday in quest of fourth King’s Plate win
Luster is the even-money favorite after a 5 1/2-length Woodbine Oaks win as Josie Carroll seeks a fourth King’s Plate title.
- On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez rode Luster to victory in the $1-million King's Plate at Woodbine in Toronto, capturing the first leg of Canada's triple crown.
- Trainer Josie Carroll secured her fourth Plate title on the 20th anniversary of her first win, as Luster entered as the 1-5 favorite, one of the shortest-priced contenders in the 167-year history of the race.
- Velazquez guided Luster from the rail position, settling the filly early before swinging outside to sprint to a 7 1/4-length triumph, while 22-1 longshot Military Time finished second and Fire and Wine took third.
- Owner Andrew Rosen noted the significance of winning Canada's most prestigious race, stating, "I've been in the business for 40 years and winning a race like this is just fantastic."
- The Canadian triple crown series resumes with the September 7 Prince of Wales Stakes, though it remains unknown if Luster will continue, with a potential United States campaign also possible.
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Queen Looks to Shine in King's Plate
ETOBICOKE, ONT.–A total of 12 horses have signed on to contest Saturday's King's Plate at Woodbine and morning line favoritism goes to Gainesway Stable and Andrew Rosen's Luster (Knicks Go), one of only two fillies in this year's 10-furlong Canadian Classic. Despite drawing the rail, she was installed the even-money choice following an eye-catching 5 1/2-length tally in the Woodbine Oaks on July 19, the grey will be accompanied by John Velazquez…
Head to Head: Luster shines brightly in the King's Plate
Saturday's King’s Plate Stakes at Woodbine kicks off Canada’s Triple Crown. Unlike the U.S. equivalent in which a contender needs to win at varying distances, Canada’s version consists of different distances and surfaces. The King’s Plate is contested at 1 1/4 miles on Tapeta, the Prince of Wales, the second leg, is run at 1 3/16 miles on dirt and the Breeders’ Stakes, the final race, is at 1 1/2 miles on turf. The King’s Plate is race 10 on Sat…
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