It was a new race but the same script for Classicality and Wind Of The North, as Classicality defeated his rival for the third straight time in Friday’s $18,000 Preferred Handicap Trot at The Meadows.

In their first two match-ups, Classicality got the early lead and forced Wind Of The North to chase him home. That was the case again Friday when Classicality quarter-poled to the front for Brian Zendt and downed Wind Of The North by three-quarters of a length in 1:53.3 over a “good” surface. Lady’s Dude finished third.

Lisa Dunn owns and trains Classicality, an eight-year-old Classic Photo-Penn Worthy Lane gelding who now boasts $547,492 in career earnings.

Dave Palone piloted five winners, including a pair for trainer Wayne Hite, on the 12-race card.

(The Meadows)