SHELBYVILLE, IN–SEPTEMBER 18, 2024–In a unique twist during three trials for the Sterlie Bertram Memorial Wednesday, three trainers claimed the top six spots heading to the $142,600 final set for Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Horseshoe Indianapolis. Jess a Flyin Train led the pack down the track with a best time of :19.973 heading to the Bertram Memorial Final.

Making his third start for trainer Claudio Barraza, Jess A Flyin Train began from post eight with Edgar Diaz at the controls. The duo made their presence known early in the lineup on the outside as Tin Knocker and Martin Munoz held a short advantage from the center of the track.

Midway through the 400-yard dash, Jess A Flyin Train took off, rallyin .. Read More

BY MICHAEL CUSORTELLI

CLAREMORE, OK--SEPTEMBER 19, 2024--Shaken Goin On, a homebred daughter of Freighttrain B racing for James Sills and Abel Flores, is one of 10 state-bred 2-year-olds entered back in Monday's 350-yard, $199,872 Oklahoma QHRA Mystery Futurity (RG2) at Will Rogers Downs.

The fastest qualifier, Shaken Goin On made her local debut with a convincing 2 1/4-length victory in the ninth of 10 trials on September 9.

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SHELBYVILLE, IN–SEPTEMBER 19, 2024–Arbitro has been nearly perfect this season. He added to his accolades Thursday, September 19, in the regional race for the $46,376 John Deere Juvenile Challenge at Horseshoe Indianapolis.

Not only did he score the local title, but Arbitro also earned a spot in the final during the AQHA Challenge Championships, which will be held on Saturday, October 26, at The Downs at Albuquerque.

Arbitro and Edgar Diaz broke from post six and were immediately tagged as the pair to catch. The freshman colt was joined by stablemate Pluto 22 and Juan Marquez through the early stages of the 350-yard dash. Coco Kiss and Rolando Pina also joined them in the quest for the top spot.

Arbitro and Pluto 22 began to move away from their oppon .. Read More