Majorca N and Corey Callahan wired the field in the $35,714 Mares Open Handicap Pace at Bally’s Dover on Wednesday, March 12.
Majorca N flashed her quick gait speed to secure an easy lead approaching the quarter, with Factory Girl (Victor Kirby), who upset her last week from the pocket, once again settling into the perfect trip. Setting sharp early fractions, Majorca N reached the opening quarter in :26 before backing down the half to :55.1 with a measured :29.1 second quarter.
Disturbed Hanover (Barton Dalious), an earlier winner at this level, launched a first-over bid down the backstretch, while even-money favourite Incaseyoudidntknow (Jim Morand) followed with live second over cover. Meanwhile, Factory Girl waited patiently in the pocket, poised for a stretch drive.
Despite the looming threats, Majorca N remained in control, confidently hitting three-quarters in 1:24.1. Down the lane, Factory Girl and Cindy Jo (Pat Berry) saved ground along the pylons but couldn’t reel in the leader. Majorca N coasted home to victory, with Factory Girl settling for second and Cindy Jo grabbing the show spot.
Majorca N, a 10-year-old Art Major-Cloudy Beach mare, won by two measured lengths in 1:52.2 and paid $4.40 for her efforts. She is trained by Dylan Davis who co-owns with Michael Casalino Jr. of Freehold, New Jersey.
The featured event on Thursday’s 12-race card is the $16,000 USD Winners Over condition pace in Race 10. Adam Twelve steps down in class to face Dreaming Of Lou and the speedy Sprocket. In addition, there will be a $1,129 Pick 5 carryover beginning in Race 6.
Bally’s Dover races Monday through Thursday with a post time of 4:30 pm.
(With files from Bally’s Dover)