Wayne Martin honored at Ellis Park after 50-year racing career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Family and friends gathered at Ellis Park to honor Wayne Martin, who passed after a 50-year career in horse racing. His wife, Sue Martin, spoke about their journey together, training and racing across various states. The couple won four races at Ellis Park, which they considered their home base. They raised seven children and have numerous grandchildren. The last race they participated in together was in 2017. Sue Martin expressed gratitude for their life and partnership both professionally and personally.
- •Wayne Martin's ashes were spread at Ellis Park.
- •He and his wife, Sue Martin, trained and raced across the country.
- •They considered Ellis Park a home base, winning four races there.
- •The couple raised seven children during their 53-year marriage.
- •The last race they entered together was in 2017.
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Former horse trainer honored at Ellis Park
"HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The family of Wayne Martin gathered at Ellis Park to spread his ashes following his 50-year career in the horse racing industry. Martin was a trainer, and along with his wife, former jockey Sue Martin the couple traveled across the country racing in Montana, New York, Michigan and Florida. “Wayne and […]
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