Jacob Cutting was behind the six-year-old dismissed at odds of 34-1 in the $16,500 Open Pace and marched into the early lead.
Frisco Bay N posted quick splits of 26.4 and 56.1 in the first half before facing pocket favorite Vanderbilt N (Ron Cushing).
That interloper was the 1-4 betting favorite and evacuated the two-hole behind Frisco Bay N, who teed off three-quarters in 1:25.1 while holding off the favorite’s challenge.
Those two pacers took their battle to the limit, but the long shot would not be denied as Frisco Bay N recorded his first career Open victory, stopping the timer in 1:54 to beat Vanderbilt N by a head.
FRISCO BAY N REPEAT
The Good Doctor (Kyle Swift), nominated for Pacer of the Year at Spa in ’25, finished third in his season debut. Frisco Bay N is owned by Kellogg Racing Stables of Queensbury, NY. Jacob Cutting, who piloted the winner, scored a double in the Sunday matinee.
Live racing continues on Monday with a first post at noon.
For full race results, click here: American trotting results.
Through Mike Sardellafor Saratoga Raceway
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