Vernon, NY — Chatelroll (Claude Huckabone Jr.) charged late to capture the $7,000 Open Pace at Vernon Downs on Saturday (July 31).

Chatelroll ($2.70) won easily in 1:52. Fotowon photo.

Seel The Deal N (Truman Gale) took the early lead. Major Leaguer (Jimmy Whittemore) took control just before hitting the first quarter in :27.2. Bruce’s Magic (Justin Huckabone) came first over down the backstretch and took a short lead to the half in :56.1. Major Leaguer took the lead back and led to three-quarters in 1:24.2.

Chatelroll ($2.70) was fifth after three-quarters. As they made the turn for home, he would pass them all and win easily in 1:52. Major Leaguer held on for second and Warrawee Unique (Leon Bailey) came up to finish third.

Chatelroll is a 5-year-old horse by Roll With Joe. He is owned by Purple Haze Stables and trained by George Ducharme. It was his seventh win this season and 18th career victory.

Jimmy Whittemore had four wins on Saturday. He combined with trainer Marissa Chadbourne for wins with Star Commander N ($4.00), Bold Fresh ($53.50), and Love Live Laugh ($7.80). His fourth driving win came with All Night Credit ($3.30).

Vernon Downs returns to live racing on Friday (Aug. 6). Post time is 6:10 p.m. For more information go to www.vernondowns.com.