Bluesville (Ron Harp) led the quarter at: 28.0 and was first at halftime at: 58.1. Aces Or Bettor (Leon Bailey) was first up to challenge for the lead, but Bluesville shook him off and led to three-quarters in 1:26.2.
As they reached the stretch, Gold Star Sven ($11.32) made his move one step at a time with Bluesville, who finished in second place. Gold Star Sven used a late burst to win in 1:54.1. Aces Or Bettor finished third.
Gold Star Sven is a 6-year-old gelding from Hypnotic Blue Chip. He is owned by Kathryn Rea and trained by John Stubits. It was his sixth victory this season. He now has 17 lifetime victories.
GOLD STAR SVEN REPEAT
Leon Bailey captured the title of top driver with 112 victories. Chris Long finished second. He had a grand slam on the card and finished with 110 games. Jimmy Whittemore (61), John MacDonald (60) and Dylan Huckabone-Miller (57) complete the top five.
Michelle Warner won the title of top trainer with 41 victories. David Dewhurst (39) finished second. Gary Gibson (38), Joe Sansone (33) and Jessica Okusko (31) complete the top five.
Forty G’s is the trotter of the year. In 10 starts he had 7 wins and two seconds. Forty G’s is a 4-year-old horse from Muscle Hill. He is owned by Mitchell Frair, Donna Duer and trainer Roman Lopez.
Vernon Downs returns to live racing in April 2026. Thank you to all the fans, horse people and staff.
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For full race results, click here: American trotting results.
Through Johannes Hoornfor Vernon Downs
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