Jk Panache Takes Saratoga Feature

Sent the second-betting choice, Jk Panache got to the lead in midstretch to take the $20,000 Open Pace on Saturday, Nov. 24 at Saratoga Casino Hotel in 1:52.2.

Driver Shawn Gray sent the nine-year-old Dave Dewhurst trainee into a stalking spot before springing him into action towards the half. Badix Hanover held control for most of the mile before forfeiting control to Jk Panache into the stretch to take second. Ourlittlegeneral A finished third.

Paying $7.10 to win, JK Panache led an exacta and triple that came back $77.50 and $621, respectively.

Live racing continues on Sunday, Nov. 25 at Saratoga with first post time set for 12:15 p.m.

(With files from Saratoga Casino Hotel)