Woodbine Entertainment has announced its award-winning docuseries Free Rein, featuring the elite competitors of Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Racing, will return for a second season beginning Jan. 10.
Free Rein brings viewers into the races and behind the scenes to follow leading jockeys and trainers on their quests to capture the country's most prestigious racing titles.
The fourth episode of Free Rein's first season, The World-Class Women of Woodbine, was recognized with a 2024 Hashtag Sports Award. The episode, featuring world-leading female jockey Emma-Jayne Wilson, focuses on the strong presence of women and the unique way that men and women compete alongside one another in horse racing. Other award-finalists included the LPGA, Fox Sports, PUMA, Clemson Athletics and The Players' Tribune.
"Creating high-quality and accessible content about horse racing, like Free Rein, is crucial to the growth of the sport," said Woodbine-based trainer Santino Di Paola. "I'd love to see more young people interested in racing, and this is the way to connect with them."
In the second season of Free Rein, viewers will be captivated by the stories of the rise of Pietro Moran as he follows in his father's jockey footsteps, Ryan and Kelsey Munger's passion-driven move to Toronto from South Africa, and a behind-the-scenes look at an unprecedented King's Plate Day.
"The passion and grit required to find success in horse racing makes for so many compelling stories," shared Free Rein producer Alanna Nolan. "Our team is so proud to share these stories with both our new and well-acquainted audiences."
The first episode of Free Rein season 2 will be released on YouTube on January 10. Five more episodes will follow, releasing every three weeks. Stream Free Rein for free on Woodbine's new YouTube page dedicated solely to storytelling that brings fans closer to the action. Be sure to subscribe: YouTube.com/WoodbineEntertainmentCA
Watch the teaser for Free Rein season 2 here:
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