Archarcharch made a bold run to take the lead in the stretch and held off all challengers to win the $250,000 Southwest Stakes (gr. III) by three-quarters of a length.
Ridden by J. Court, Archarcharch sat well off of the early pace set by Derivative and Brickyard Fast. Grant Jack was right behind them, followed by Ghost is Clear and J P's Gusto.
Following quick fractions of :22 3/5 and :46 4/5, Archarcharch began to advance on the outside. With a four-wide move he swept closer to the lead. Caleb's Posse was right behind him, and Elite Alex was making a strong move on the outside too. J P's Gusto was along the inside trying to find an opening.
Turning for home, Archarcharch burst clear to a two length lead. Elite Alex, who took the far turn six wide, was closing gamely. J P's Gusto has also found a seam and was charging fast too. But neither could catch Archarcharch, who held off J P's Gusto to win.
70-1 shot Picko's Pride finished fourth, followed by Yankee Passion, Caleb's Posse, Grant Jack, Derivative, Brickyard Fast, Ghost is Clear, and Bonaroo.
The winner returned $31.
-Keelerman
No comments:
Post a Comment