Vernon, NY – Claude Huckabone III had a day to remember as he had a driving grand slam and a training triple at Vernon Downs on Saturday (Sept. 7).
Huckabone III had driver-training wins with Medeena, Pearl Washing Tan and Press Seven. He picked up his other driving win with Turbo Class.
Le Massif (Steeven Genois) captures the $7,500 featured pace
Syracuse Express was first to the quarter in :28.4. Bluesville (Jimmy Whittemore) came first-up and challenged for the lead going down the backstretch. Syracuse Express led to the half in :57.1. He shook off Bluesville and was first to the three-quarters in 1:24.
As they reached the stretch, Le Massif ($14.80) scurried right on by to win in 1:52.4. War Of Will (Leon Bailey) came up to finish second. Syracuse Express had to settle for third.
Le Massif is a 5-year-old horse by Shanghai Phil. He is owned by Laurent Pednault and trainer Melanie Boulianne. It was his sixth win this season. He now has 14 career victories.
Vernon Downs returns to live racing on Friday (Sept. 13) starting at 6:05 p.m.
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