Dark Screen — Rising Turf Sprinter in Canadian Racing

In the world of Canadian thoroughbred racing, a new name has been gaining attention — Dark Screen. Foaled in 2022 in Canada, this handsome grey gelding has already made a mark on the sprint turf circuit, blending natural speed with a competitive spirit that has earned him a loyal following among Woodbine fans. He is unmistakable in the paddock, with his two sided blaze.

Pedigree & Early Life

Dark Screen is a Canadian-bred thoroughbred by the stallion Big Screen (USA) out of the mare Lady Elena (CAN). Bred by Spring Farm, his bloodlines suggest a blend of speed and versatility — traits that have begun to show up in his racing performances.

As a youngster, he developed into a precocious sprinter, breaking his maiden first time out and showing enough promise to compete in stakes company as a two and three-year-old. 

Racing Record & Career Highlights

According to Equibase statistics, Dark Screen has developed a solid record through his early career:

• Starts: 11

• Wins: 4

• Seconds: 1

• Earnings: Approx. $165,665 USD
  While not yet gracing the highest tiers of North American racing, these figures underline his competitiveness in sprint races and stakes attempts.

Breakthrough — Lake Superior Stakes (2025)

Dark Screen’s signature performance came on July 27, 2025, at Woodbine Racetrack, where he captured the $100,000 Lake Superior Stakes — a six-furlong turf sprint that’s part of the Ontario Sired Heritage Series for 3-year-old colts and geldings.

Under jockey Juan Crawford, the gelding raced along the rail early before making a decisive move mid-stretch to push his way through rivals and take the lead. He held on gamely, crossing the line a half-length ahead of his rivals on a firm E.P. Taylor Turf Course.

Trainer and co-owner Beverley Chubb described Dark Screen as a horse who loves turf, noting his light-footed movement and ability to handle various going conditions — a quality that served him well in the Lake Superior.

This win marked not only his first stakes triumph but also a milestone of maturation in his racing career.

Racing Style & Personality

Dark Screen has earned a reputation as an anxious but determined competitor. Bev Chubb his trainer has noted that he can be keen in the gate and around the course, traits that can make him a handful early in his races; but with good positioning and luck, he has shown a strong late punch — especially over turf sprints. Regular rider Juan Crawford has helped develop him into a horse that can battle it out even when not getting the best of trips.

Series Performances

The Lake Superior victory also placed Dark Screen well in the Ontario Sired Heritage Series, a competitive set of races for regional 3-year-olds designed to showcase homebred talent across sprint distances on turf and dirt.

He followed up strong outings earlier in the series, including a runner-up finish in the Lake Huron Stakes, before his Lake Superior breakthrough — a trend that reflects steady improvement throughout the season.

What’s Next for Dark Screen?

At three, Dark Screen had already displayed versatility and improvement, especially on turf sprint trips. Looking ahead, his connections may target additional graded stakes or key regional races for Ontario-bred sprinters — spots where his speed and tactical agility could yield more big days in the winner’s circle. He has shown to LOVE the Turf.

If he keeps developing — mentally and physically — he could become one of the most talked-about Ontario horses in his crop. Stay tuned: this grey sprinter’s story is still being written on the turf!