The one and only horse racing day of 2016 in Osoyoos was held at Desert Park on Saturday, Aug. 20 and it was well attended. The heat was blazing, but the track was dry and the horses were fast. Six races were held, and organizers were pleased with the way it all went. Runs 7:34. (Video by Richard McGuire, digital editor, Osoyoos Times)

Four horses burst out of the starting gate during the sixth and final race at Desert Park on Saturday. (Richard McGuire photo)

Four horses burst out of the starting gate during the sixth and final race at Desert Park on Saturday. (Richard McGuire photo)

Horses round the final bend in the sixth and final race at Desert Park on Saturday.

Horses round the final bend in the sixth and final race at Desert Park on Saturday.