First career win for trainer, mare

Shay Seelster (Sunshine Beach) and trainer Mary Ratchford teamed up to collect their first career harness racing wins at Flamboro Downs on Saturday (Jan. 27).

After persisting first-up from before the half, the determined mare muscled clear of pacesetter Wickedly Devilish (Nick Steward) in the stretch for her first victory in 29 lifetime starts in 2:03.

SHAY SEELSTER REPLAY

Shay Seelster was driven by Todd Ratchford, Mary’s brother, who owns and previously trained the four-year-old mare. Mary Ratchford received her trainer’s license in January. The 19-year-old had made two starts prior to the win. Shay Seelster has now earned $12,014.

Scott Coulter was the night’s top driver with four wins on the 10-race card. The performance furthered a strong start to the year for the reinsman, who has now won at a 22.7 per cent clip through 79 races.

Racing continues at Flamboro Downs on Sunday, Jan. 28 at 6:55 p.m. EST.

For complete race results, click here.

by Nicholas Barnsdale, for Harnesslink