Washington, PA — After being passed by Dancin Sancho through the final turn, Codys Watching reasserted in the lane to gain a gritty victory in Tuesday’s (Nov. 15) feature at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, a $13,600 conditioned pace.

Dancin Sancho moved powerfully first-over and appeared to put Codys Watching away. But the 4-year-old He’s Watching-Shellyssilvermoon gelding responded to Aaron Merriman’s urging and edged Dancin Sancho by a head in 1:54 over a sloppy surface. Silver Maple finished third.

Codys Watching (#5, inside) remained resolute and spurned a strong challenge from Dancin Sancho (#2) on a snowy Tuesday at The Meadows. Chris Gooden photo.

Randy Bendis trains Codys Watching and owns with Pollack Racing LLC.

Ridge Warren piloted four winners while trainer Brandon Presto and Merriman each enjoyed a three-bagger.

Live racing at The Meadows continues Wednesday (Nov. 16), when the 12-race program features a pair of carryovers: $715.55 in the final-race Jackpot Super Hi-5 and $257.40 in the Jackpot Pick-5 (races 4-8). First post is 12:45 p.m.