Easy front-end victory by Seaside Tina

WASHINGTON, PA, Oct. 12, 2023 — Forced to quick opening fractions of 26.3/54.4, Seaside Tina (Downbytheseaside-Posey Tina) was up to the task as she captured Thursday’s (Oct. 11) harness racing feature at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows for her second straight victory.

Even with the swift front half, no one challenged Seaside Tina, the 3-5 favorite, until the final turn when Quick Menu angled off the cones from third. Aaron Merriman set Seaside Tina to her task, and she responded by scoring in 1:50.4, 1/2 length better than Lady Rita in the Lightning Lane. Quick Menu finished third.

SEASIDE TINA REPLAY

Todd Luther trains the 3-year-old filly, who extended her career bankroll to $124,235, for Greg Luther Racing LLC. It was one of four wins for Merriman on the 13-race card.

Live racing at The Meadows continues Friday when The Meadows and the Meadows Standardbred Owners Association stage their seventh annual Pink Out to benefit the American Cancer Society. The program features many festivities, including corgi racing, a female driver’s championship and treat bags for costume-clad kids. First post for the 14-race card is 5:10 PM.

For complete race results, click here: US Trotting results.

by Evan Pattak, for The Meadows Standardbred Owners Association