The winning streak is now six in a row and counting for Mappos Lion who fought hard for a 1:50.4 victory on Friday evening at Woodbine Mohawk Park.
Sent off as the 1-9 favourite, Mappos Lion got away third in the early going for trainer/driver Paul MacDonell while Forefather shot to the lead and laid down fractions of :26.2, :55.3 and 1:23.4.
Mappos Lion edged first over going to the half, and he was almost on even terms with Forefather heading into the final quarter of the $20,000 contest. Mappos Lion used a :26.4 final quarter to win by a length over Forefather. Third prize went to Beach Party.
Carol Campbell of Baddeck, NS bred and owns the four-year-old son of Sunshine Beach-Pacific Playmate. The 13-time winner pushed his lifetime earnings over $50,000 with the victory.
To view results for Friday's card of harness racing, click the following link: Friday Results – Woodbine Mohawk Park.