Grand River Raceway Press Release
ELORA – As the 2025 season concluded at Grand River Raceway (GRR) on September 26, 2025, Samuel Fillion secured the driving title while the training crown was shared by Robert Kyle Fellows and Kyle J. Bossence.
Samuel Fillion on the left, Kyle J. Bossence, and Robert Kyle Fellows was not present on site.
Photos: Tiffany Chantel Photography
Fillion guided 62 winners from 328 starts to earn his first Grand River Raceway driving crown. Austin Sorrie finished second with 54 wins, while Daryl Thiessen was third with 49 victories.
On the training side, Fellows and Bossence both finished with 18 wins to share the 2025 title. Fellows posted 18 wins, 16 seconds and 10 thirds from 74 starts. Bossence matched him with 18 wins from 82 starters, along with 14 seconds and eight thirds.
Gregg McNair rounded out the top three trainers with 13 victories, along with 13 seconds and 13 thirds from 75 starters.
“This season truly showcased the talent of our equine athletes and the dedication of our horsepeople,” said Jenna MacDonell, Raceway Manager. “Their hard work, along with the support of our fans, made for a great 2025 season.”
In addition to thrilling on-track competition, Grand River Raceway was proud to host a few fan-favourite events throughout the season. Industry Day once again highlighted the best of Ontario Sires Stakes racing, while Wiener Dog Day once again drew record crowds and plenty of excitement. GRR also partnered with Harness the Hope to raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer, continuing its commitment to meaningful community engagement.
New attractions made their debut as well, including the launch of “The NEIGHbourhood”, a very popular family-friendly kids’ area, and a new woodfire pizza oven that quickly became a hit with racegoers.
“We couldn’t be happier with the way this season came together, both on and off the track,” added MacDonell. “Celebrating our racing product alongside these signature community events made 2025 a season to remember.”
