Labor Day Review

Labor Day came and went like a flash, and it brought with it an excellent day of racing. Night Action, who I nearly dismissed, went on to win the Cradle Stakes in wire to wire fashion. I’m still scratching my head on that one, but congratulations to trainer Michael Maker and jockey Victor Lebron. Today was the final day of the River Downs meet, and the final day of my internship which began in May. I was able to meet some cool people, including Chris McCarron. I also made some new friends, and some new industry connections. I’m sad that it is over, but all good things must come to an end.

The Hopeful was very dramatic as could be expected. My top choice was Cribnote, who blew the turn and still charged home like a freight train to finish second. The winner was Vineyard Haven, who I had tabbed as my top choice in the Sanford Stakes. Unfortunately I hopped off the train at bit too soon. He ended up going off at 9-1.

Anak Nakal ran them all down in the Pennsylvania to notch his first win since he took the Grade 2 Kentucky Jockey Club as a two-year-old. The Nick Zito trainee paid $34.60 to win. The colt looked like a has been, but apparently he isn’t finished running yet. Rick Dutrow’s Acai finished second as part of the mutual field which included three horses. Smooth Air would run third as the 4-1 favorite.

I’d also like to note that this is my one hundredth post since switching to Word Press in early 2008. Thanks for reading and supporting me along the way. I am going to continue to forge ahead and provide you with the same quality articles I always have. Thanks for visiting!