Pressured every step, Tricky Nick held firm under fire and captured Wednesday’s $18,000 Winners Over $10,000 Life/Preferred Handicap Trot at The Meadows.

After labouring on the outside to get the lead before the quarter, Tricky Nick faced an immediate challenge from the parked-out Fashion Chocolate. He shrugged that one off, but faced a more serious threat from Angels Ransom, who was three-wide and gaining into the final turn. Under Jim Pantaleano’s urging, Tricky Nick held off Angels Ransom by a head in 1:55, with Cantab Lindy third.

Richard Perfido trains Tricky Nick, a five-year-old Bands Gold Chip-Broader Ambition gelding who extended his career bankroll to $164,754, for Thomas Mattingly.

Mike Wilder piloted three winners on the 12-race card.

(The Meadows)