When we last left our favorite Modern Family, they had participated in an eclectic ‘Express Christmas.’ Now the family faces much larger problems: pending doom … and horse races. 

According to ABC, this week’s episode will be as follows:

After having a doctor’s visit but then missing the call with the test results, Phil automatically jumps to conclusions and starts saying his goodbyes. Meanwhile Javier pops up unannounced again and takes Manny to the horse races for a belated birthday celebration, and a subtle competition ensues when Mitchell brings home an environmental law award and it becomes a game of who has the bigger trophy, on “Modern Family,” WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 (9:00-9:31 p.m., ET)

If that doesn’t get your Modern Family senses tingling check out this promo video and the pictures below:

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What are you most excited about in the upcoming section of season 3?