Manitoba’s Brachetto Aims for King’s Plate | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Manitoba’s own Brachetto is shaking up the horse racing world, pulling off a stunning upset in the Marine Stakes as a long shot—and now he’s poised to challenge for the million-dollar King’s Plate. Bred right here in Manitoba, this son of legendary sire Vekoma is a dream come true for 79-year-old breeder Dr. Ross McKague, who’s finally seen his long-awaited graded stakes winner. With a calm, “bombproof” temperament and zero health issues, Brachetto’s been chilling while rivals panicked. Trainer Julia Carey and jockey Ryan Munger believe he’s got what it takes to go the distance. McKague’s…