‘Wheels’ Remains On Fire

Published: July 11, 2021 12:13 am EDT

Wheels On Fire ran his win streak to six while also taking his fourth consecutive victory in the $34,000 Preferred Pace at Woodbine Mohawk Park on Saturday (July 10).

Driver Doug McNair wasted no time with the 2-5 favourite and sent Wheels On Fire to the lead before a :27.4 first quarter with Rockme Rollme settling into second. Wheels On Fire raced unchallenged to a :56.3 half and started to accelerate to three-quarters in 1:24 before putting away his competition and coasting to a 1:50.1 win by 3 1/4 lengths. Sintra took second from Rockme Rollme in third.

Owned by Brad Grant, six-year-old Somebeachsomewhere gelding Wheels On Fire won his eighth race from 11 starts this season and his 30th from 79 overall, earning $516,523. He paid $2.80 to win.

To view Saturday's harness racing results, click on the following link: Saturday Results - Woodbine Mohawk Park.

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