Western Stepp wins Maine Sire Stakes Final

Scarborough, Maine (October 24, 2015) – There is something special when you have raced the mare of a harness racing champion and that special feeling was felt by owner Dirk Duncan.

Dirk raced French Stepp, the dam of Western Stepp, for many years with the assistance of his wife Sharon.

Western Stepp, the daughter of Western Maverick, battled a bit in the beginning but held a little something for the end as she went by favorites Racing For Rick and Ladiesloveoutlaws coming for home.

Driver Drew Campbell introduced Western Stepp to her first winners circle picture as she went an impressive 1:58.3.

Dr. Denise McNitt interviewed emotional trainer Jim Dunn after the race and it was noted that this was his first finals champion.

Dunn said that when this filly wasn't racing well early on that many said that she should be turned out.

Dunn consulted his wife and she said that he should continue on and continuing on the filly did.

Dunn's owner partnership with Duncan should see some more exciting races as the mare of this filly campaigned for 8 years and recording 45 wins in 155 starts.

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By Bill Ellis for Scarborough Downs