Atta Boy Dan wins third straight

WASHINGTON, PA, Feb. 25, 2015 — Atta Boy Dan made it three straight at The Meadows when he strolled through a leisurely 58 half, then blazed home in 55.4 to capture Wednesday's $18,000 Winners Over $10,000 Life/Preferred Handicap Pace.

Dave Palone was able to work out that comfortable half for Atta Boy Dan, which left the 6-year-old Western Terror – Dropitlikesitshot gelding plenty in reserve to thwart the stern first-over challenge from I'm Feelin Good. Atta Boy Dan scored in 1:53.4, 1-1/4 lengths better than the ground-saving Dew N Doughnuts, while I'm Feelin Good saved show.

Ron Burke trains Atta Boy Dan, who extended his career bankroll to $244,560, for Burke Racing Stable and Weaver Bruscemi LLC.

Jim Pantaleano and trainer Paul Corey teamed for three winners on the 14-race card.

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