Washington, Pa — Blue Ivy made it two straight when she roared through the Lightning Lane and captured Wednesday’s (Aug 5) $17,900 Filly & Mare Open Handicap Pace at The Meadows.

Play For Pay led the field through mid-stretch, but when Aaron Merriman angled Blue Ivy inside, the 4-year-old daughter of Captaintreacherous-All Blue was the stronger mare, scoring in 1:50.3 to match her career best. Always Giggling rallied for second, 1-1/2 lengths back, while Play For Pay saved show.

Blue Ivy picks up the win for Aaron Merriman and trainer Bill Bercury. Chris Gooden Photo.

Bill Bercury trains Blue Ivy, who won for the fifth time in six 2020 starts and boosted her career bankroll to $239,010, for Renee Bercury.

Dave Palone collected six wins on the 15-race card while Aaron Merriman and trainer Tim Twaddle each fashioned a triple.

Live racing at The Meadows resumes Saturday when the program features a $4,135.30 carryover in the final-race Super Hi-5. First post is 12:45 p.m.