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Eight-horse field set for 74th running of the Manitoba Derby

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Eight-horse field set for 74th running of the Manitoba Derby

PrayForPeace is the early favourite for Monday's 74th running of the Manitoba Derby at Assiniboia Downs. Antonio Whitehall, who rode PrayFor peace to victory in the July 11 Derby Trials race, will be back in saddle for the big race. Robertino Diodoro is hoping to win his fourth Manitoba derby title in six years. He has Great Escape at 2-1 and will start from the preferable #5 position. Chestnut colt Red Knobs is listed at 5-2 and starts from #4 hole. Clancy's Pistol is 6-5 and is in # 4 hole, starting from outside.

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