Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted July 9, 2023 Journalists Posted July 9, 2023 5th-Belmont, $90,000, Msw, 7-9, 2yo, 5 1/2f, 1:05.64, ft, 3 lengths.HAUL (c, 2, Army Mule–Western Kitty, by Western Fame), installed the 6-5 choice first up for trainer Todd Pletcher, was sent in pursuit of Ridgewood Runner (Klimt), who three down an opening quarter in :22.85. Pulling on even terms with the pacesetter passing the quarter pole, the bay forged to a clear advantage and proved best late to hold Ridgewood Runner safe by three lengths. Devil's Playground (Into Mischief) was a distant third. The victory marked the third win on the afternoon by Irad Ortiz Jr. Western Kitty produced a colt by American Freedom in 2022 followed by a filly by Straight Fire this season. This represents the family of Horse of the Year Tiznow. Sales history: $260,000 2yo '23 OBSAPR. Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0, $49,500. Click for the Equibase.com chart or VIDEO, sponsored by FanDuel TV O-Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners and St. Elias Stable; B-KMN Racing, LLC (KY); T-Todd A. Pletcher The post Army Mule Firster Scores at Belmont appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote
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