Killer Instinct prevails despite arduous journey

WASHINGTON, PA, Jan. 19, 2023  — He traveled a circuitous path to victory, but Killer Instinct (Southwind Frank) got there all the same, winning his second straight in Thursday’s feature at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, a $15,400 Conditioned Trot.

Killer Instinct was forced three wide to the lead from post 9 before being pocketed by Alana Hill. Hunter Myers moved him off the cones in the final turn to pass the tiring Alana Hill, then darted back to the inside for the drive. Killer Instinct saw a good bit of the sloppy racetrack, but he prevailed in 1:56.3. Max raced well first over for second, 3/4 lengths back, with Ripple Of Hope third.

Melanie O’Donnell trains the 5-year-old gelding, who now boasts a bankroll of $227,381, and owns with Corey Hendricks.

Ronnie Wrenn, Jr. collected three wins on the 13-race card, including a pair for trainer Stacey Currie.

Live racing at The Meadows continues Friday, first post 12:45 PM.

For complete race results, click here.

by Evan Pattak, for the Meadows Standardbred Owners Association