The disruption and subsequent cancellation of races at Caymanas Park on Monday, October 21, 2024, led to a series of unfortunate events that affected both patrons and participants.
The incident began with the disqualification of the first-place finisher in race two, which sparked agitation among punters. This agitation escalated into a compromising situation where debris was thrown across the park, endangering the safety of all present. In response to this unsafe environment, the stewards were forced to abandon race three.
The situation continued to worsen as trainers expressed concerns about the safety of saddling their horses. Prioritizing the safety of all individuals involved, including the horses, punters, and attendees, the stewards made the difficult decision to abandon race four and ultimately cancel the entire race meet for the day. Security personnel, with the support of the police, were deployed to manage the situation and prevent further escalation.
Supreme Ventures Racing & Entertainment Limited, the operator of Caymanas Park, issued a sincere apology to their valued customers and stakeholders for the inconvenience caused by the cancellation of the race meet. The safety and well-being of all involved remains a top priority, and measures are being put in place to prevent such incidents in the future.
