On
Tuesday, August 1, at 12 noon, Standardbred Canada issued a statement that
driver Brandon Campbell was removed as Canada’s representative at the 2017
World Driving Championship taking place this month, citing that further details
would be provided when available.
On
July 29, Standardbred Canada was notified that the following ruling was issued
by Horse Racing Alberta: http://thehorses.com/media/k2/items/cache/b17c53c18ff7ca8e1552342fd3800fee_XL.jpg.
“Going
into an international competition that Canada is hosting in less than two weeks
time with a driver that received a major fine and suspension due to a positive
test is not indicative to what we want our association to be promoting and
supporting to fellow Canadians or the international community,” said Dan Gall,
President and CEO. “Standardbred Canada made a decision based on the
conditions of participation and what we believe is best for the sport and the
industry.”
“There
are many stakeholders and sponsors that have been impacted by this decision,”
said Gall. “This is an unfortunate situation that we have had to manage
and it did not come without its sensitivities and consideration.
“Standardbred
Canada has worked quickly to secure a replacement to ensure that Canada will
have representation at this international event.”
The
replacement will be officially announced today (August 2) on the Standardbred
Canada website at 4:00 pm EDT.
