9-1 shot upsets favorite in photo finish

WASHINGTON, PA, June 2, 2022 — Nezblanc (Donato Hanover) collared Aunt Bee in the shadow of the wire and pulled off the 9-1 upset in Thursday’s harness racing feature at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, a $12,800 Conditioned Trot.

The only mare in the field, Aunt Bee moved first over and gobbled up the leader, L Dees Patrick. But the danger was on her bumper, as Nezblanc rode her cover and outkicked her in the lane by a nose in 1:55 over a sloppy surface. Mystical Peter rallied inside for show.

NEZBLANC REPLAY

Aaron Johnston trains and drives Nezblanc, a 5-year-old gelding who won for the 10^th time in 41 career starts, for Richard Hess.

Mike Wilder piloted three winners on the 12-race card.

Live racing at The Meadows continues Friday when the 12-race program features a $10,405.87 carryover in the Jackpot Pick 5 (race 4). First post is 5:10 PM.

For complete race results, click here.

by Evan Pattak, for the Meadows Standardbred Owners Association