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May 14,2024

With a remarkable display of skill and determination, Phil Giesbrecht clinched victory in the 2024 Western Regional Driving Championship (WRDC), presented by Standardbred Canada, on Saturday, May 11 at Century Downs Racetrack & Casino. The competition reached its thrilling conclusion as Giesbrecht secured a natural hat trick, outpacing Mike Hennessy who will be joining Phil in the 2024 National Driving Championship (NDC), on July 5, 2024 at Hippodrome 3R in Trois-Rivières, Que.

In a stunning series of events, Giesbrecht dominated the final three races of the championship. First, guiding Short Sell Hanover to victory in the sixth leg, then seizing triumph with Military Man , and ultimately sealing the win aboard Keystone Tenacious in the electrifying finale. Each race was a testament to Giesbrecht's exceptional talent and strategic prowess, culminating in a well-deserved championship title.

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