Casey T pulled off a 7-1 upset when she used the Lightning Lane to outkick Kenziesky Hanover and capture Wednesday’s (Nov. 6) feature at The Meadows, an $11,500 conditioned trot for fillies and mares.
Casey T and Dan Rawlings grabbed the early lead, but released Kenziesky Hanover to take advantage of the pocket trip. Casey T was strongest in the lane, defeating the rallying Rose Run Reanna by a half length in a career-best 1:55.4. Kenziesky Hanover saved show.
Tyler Stillings trains Casey T, a six-year-old daughter of Madison River and Gia who boosted her career bankroll to $157,629, for Rags To Riches Of PA. Stillings and Rags To Riches teamed for three victories on the 13-race card while Stillings added to his big day with a driving win.
Casey T (Dan Rawlings up) gave Tyler Stillings one of three training wins on Wednesday afternoon at The Meadows.
In Wednesday’s sub-feature, an $11,200 distaff pace, Blue Ivy turned in a sparkling performance for owner Renee Bercury and trainer Bill Bercury, winning in a swift 1:51.3.
Blue Ivy was hammered down to 1-9 in the wagering and responded with a 7-1/4 length victory. Aaron Merriman piloted the three-year-old filly, who now boasts $172,335 in lifetime earnings.
Live racing at The Meadows resumes Friday (Nov. 8), when the program features a $24,811.20 carryover in the final-race Super Hi-5. First post is 1:05 p.m.
(Meadows Standardbred Owners Association)