Emerald Downs, a venue usually home to thoroughbreds, hosted an aptly-named “Grandparents Race,” which consisted of more than 20 participants covering a distance of 40 yards.
, a Washington State venue usually meant for thoroughbred racing, offered up a new type of race over the weekend. The racetrack hosted its inaugural “Grandparents Weekend,” including an aptly named “Grandparents Race” on Sunday, which consisted of over 20 participants covering a distance of 40 yards., or jog across the track, though the competition was quite spirited.
Steve Butler of Everett, Washington, was crowned the inaugural race winner with a wire-to-wire finish. Butler kept a steady pace on his way to glory, unlike a few opponents, who appeared to be gaining on him before crashing to the dirt. After the race, Butler claimed to have not run a foot race since he played high school football in 1973 when he raced against the linemen in practice.
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