from WFD Media

London, ON — As Molson Pace night fast approaches in London, some horses themselves were out helping to promote the event on Wednesday afternoon (May 25) at downtown Victoria Park.

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Mother Hen with Jordyn and Shae Sumner at the head.

The Raceway marketing department held its second annual Miss Molson Pace contest (equine version) during the noon hour while several park goers and nearby office workers got to meet the participants and vote for their favorite.

It was Raceway fan favorite Mother Hen, runner-up in last year’s contest, who was crowned the winner this time around. The other contestants included Hazy Lady, Shellace and Black Diamond Star. Miniature horse Oreo was the sign bearer for the afternoon.

“The horses in the park were a big hit again this year,” said The Raceway’s Marketing Coordinator Sarah Imrie. “Most of the people there don’t get a chance to get up that close to a horse and it’s great to see their reactions. A big thanks to the City of London for accommodating us and to our wonderful horse people who always jump at the chance to help us out with promotions.”

The C$150,000 Molson Pace will go as the final race on Friday night’s 12-race program, considered one of the strongest in the track’s history. The first race post time is 7:05 p.m. and for details on everything that is happening, visit www.molsonpace.com.