Dover back in action Monday

DOVER, Del. —Four Staces, who won last week edging Star Messenger to win the $20,000 Claiming Allowance feature for harness racing 4 & 5-Year-Old pacers renew their competition on Monday, Dec. 12 at Dover Downs. Post time is 4:30 p.m.

Corey Callahan enjoyed a 2-hole trip driving Mike Casalino and trainer Dylan Davis' Four Staces with Corey Callahan in the bike, came out of second in the stretch to notch a 1:51.3 triumph. Star Messenger and Nuclear Dragon raced side-by-side through much of the race before Nuclear Dragon tired allowing Four Staces room to come out and sail past on the way to a 1:51.3 victory. After therace Star Messenger has a new owner when veteran horseman Gary Ewing claimed Star Messenger. This week, Vic Kirby will drive. RJ Thomas' Dash Point Hanover came from off-the-pace last Monday to finish second ahead of Star Messenger.

Gideon Stables' Nuclear Dragon and Jonathan Roberts will be among the chief threats. Owner-trainer Kathleen Brewer's Quick Shot, driven by Ross Wolfenden, makes a big position change from post 8 to #4. Jim Morand will drive Tribbett Racing's Big Secret. Trainer driver Jason Lynch and co-owner Jim Jacobs' Too Darn Hot and Brenda Teague's Fight The Truth, again drew the outside with Montrell Teague driving.

The Tuesday feature is a $20,000 Filly and Mare Open pace.

Simulcasting of harness and thoroughbred racing and NFL three-game wagering is available daily from 12 Noon until 12 Midnight. There is no charge for parking and admission. Early reservations are suggested for the acclaimed Winner's Circle Buffet Restaurant and for those planning to stay at the 4-star Dover Downs Hotel. Call 302-674-4600.

Marv Bachrad