Sunday’s (Oct. 16) Open Trot at Saratoga saw a tight finish won by semi-longshot Quadratic Bluechip and driver Chris Long.

After getting away and sitting third until the stretch, the six-year-old by Muscle Hill was able to find his way through the field to win in 1:55.4 by a head. Big Box Hanover came on late and trotted an impressive mile after a rough trip, finishing second and clocking a last quarter in :29.1. Gigfy finished third, while post-time favourite Mark Of A Beast and Goodashim finished in a dead heat for fourth.

Quadratic Bluechip, trained by Lisa Zabielski, paid $12.60 to win.

Live racing continues Monday (Oct. 17) with post time at 12 p.m. (EDT).

(Saratoga Casino Hotel)