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Lone Star Park Cancels Races Due To Excessive Heat

July 20, 2018 / 7:36 PM CDT / CBS Texas

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Horse racing is cancelled in Grand Prairie this weekend.

Lone Star Park issued a statement Friday evening saying, "Due to the severe heat, with the interest of safety being paramount for the horses and horsemen, Lone Star Park has no choice but to cancel this weekend."

The horse track said the decision was unanimous between the Texas Racing Commission veterinarian, the state stewards and Lone Star Park officials.

Live racing for the Quarter Horse Season opens Friday, September 19.

On the recommendation of the State Veterinarian, this weekend's races have been canceled due to the excessive heat. Please call 972-263-RACE for refund information. pic.twitter.com/C5ThQ4PQ0H
— Lone Star Park (@lonestarpark) July 21, 2018

Lone Star Park Cancels Races Due To Excessive Heat

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