Premier Delainey captures Meadows feature in upset

WASHINGTON, PA, Sept. 6, 2023  — Premier Delainey (Always A Virgin-Premier Indigo) made up 3 lengths in deep stretch to pull off a 9-1 harness racing upset in Wednesday’s (Sept. 6) feature at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, a $13,500 Filly & Mare Claiming Handicap Pace.

Once Itz Missauckland N cleared to the top with an impressive three-wide backside burst, it appeared she would cruise to victory. But Premier Delainey had other ideas, digging deep for Mike Wilder and edging Itz Missauckland N by a nose in 1:52.4. Priceless Shadow completed the ticket.

PREMIER DELAINEY REPLAY

Randy Bendis trains Premier Delainey, a 6-year-old who lifted her lifetime bankroll to $130,330, for Pollack Racing LLC and Jeff Cullipher.

Aaron Merriman piloted three winners on the 12-race card.

Live racing at The Meadows continues Thursday when the 12-race program features a $618.51 carryover in the Pick 5 (race 8). First post is 12:45 PM.

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

by Evan Pattak, for The Meadows Standardbred Owners Association