Curtsyforpurrseco fastest in DSBF prelims

HARRINGTON, DE – Jo Ann Looney-King’s Curtsyforpurrseco (Roddy’s Bags Again) and harness racing driver Tim Tetrick were the fastest of three Delaware Standardbred Breeders Fund (DSBF) $20,000 eliminations for pacing fillies Tuesday with a 1:56.4 triumph at Harrington Raceway.

The filly emerged from the pocket and edged past Jett Propelled in the stretch, while American Marvel made gained late for third. Trained by Jim King Jr., it was her 9th career victory. She paid $2.80 to win.

CURTSYFORPURRSECO REPLAY

Owner-driver Eric Davis’ Makemymommaproud (Nova Artist) sprung a 17-1 upset in the second split after surging down the passing lane and reeling in front stepping pacesetter Bad Nella Monella, who was second. Salma was third. It was the 2nd career win for Makemymommaproud, who is trained by her owner/driver. She paid $36.40 to win.

MAKEMYMOMMAPROUD REPLAY

The final DSBF split saw Shawn Hanley’s Grace O’Malley (Emeritus Maximus) and driver Corey Callahan prevail in front end fashion in 1:57.1 over Smalltown Bad Girl and Bella’s Dream. Trained by Crissy Crissman-Bier, it was the filly’s 3rd win of the season. She paid $3.20 to win.

GRACE O’MALLEY REPLAY

Hutt Racing Stable’s Twin Delight (Bettor’s Delight) and driver Tim Tetrick won the $22,500 Free-For-All in 1:52.3 over Disturbed Hanover and Shield Maiden. The 4-year-old mare notched her 4th win of the season for trainer Jim King Jr. She paid $5.60 to win.

TWIN DELIGHT REPLAY

Live racing will continue on a Monday through Wednesday schedule (post time 4:30 p.m.).

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

by Matt Sparacino, for Harrington Raceway