Marcus Miller wins four including feature at Tioga

Nichols, NY — Marcus Miller drove four winners, including a win with Mighty Santana N in the featured $7,200 pace at Tioga Downs on Saturday (Aug. 14).

Mighty Santana N won in 1:52.4. Fred Brown photo.

Mighty Santana N ($3.60) went to the front but Lori’s Rock Star (Wall Hennessey) went on by to hit the first quarter first in :27.1. Mighty Santana N re-claimed the lead with a lap to go. He led to the half in :55.4. Cloudbreak (Jim Meittinis) went first-over as they went down the backstretch. Mighty Santana N led to three-quarters in 1:24.2.

As they made the turn for home Lori’s Rock Star and MV OK Palacio BR (Mike Merton) came on the chase but it was all Mighty Santana N to win in 1:52.4. Windemere Ryan (Braxten Boyd) came up for second with Lori’s Rock Star hanging on for third.

Mighty Santana N is an 8-year-old gelding by Santanna Blue Chip. He is owned by Joel Warner and trainer Mike Deters. It was his fourth win this season. He now has 16 career victories.

Miller combined with Deters for another win with Prairie Gold Mine ($6.50). His other wins came with Jims Perfect Ten ($4.60) and Askmelater Hanover ($3.50).

Mike Merton drove three winners on the card. Jim McDonald and Courtney Wright each had training doubles.

Tioga Downs plays host to three divisions of the New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old pacing colts and geldings on Sunday (Aug. 15). The 10-race card starts at 1 p.m. For more information go to www.tiogadowns.com.

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