March 28, 2008 — The newly renovated Clinton E. Phipps Race Track will host eight big pre-Carnival races this Sunday, and for the first time in some years local residents will be able to bet on their favorite horse.
All bets start at a minimum of $2. Residents can bet on the win, finishing place, the exactor or the trifector.
The race card promises to be one of the best of the year, culminating at 4:30 p.m. around the one-mile feature race. Former St. Thomas champ Kentucky Kris is looking to come back from two consecutive losses, and will have a tough time battling against the highly touted Natural Phenomenon and the dark horse in the race, Bird Charm, making its St. Thomas debut. The race purse is $4,000.
In the seventh race, going for six furlongs and a $4,000 purse, Sir Pyy will go up against Sweet Grass Creek, also making its St. Thomas debut in a match race. The eighth and final race of the day also promises to be big, going for one mile and another $4,000 purse. Featured in the race are Tortola's Captain Slew, Braheem and Vivid Cat, and making their debut, Forecourt and Slick Sword.
While post time for the first race is at 2 p.m., residents are urged to come out as early as 1:30 p.m. so races can begin as quickly as possible, said Lauritz David, president of the St. Thomas-St. John Horse Owner's Association.
Other races on the card include:
First race, post time 2 p.m.:
— Slew Alex; Kimsurob; Christian; Vocal Defense; Knight Court; and Ocean Port
Second race, post time 2:30 p.m.:
— Goof Sims; MeKelly; DeLaino Light; Prayerful; Gold Expectations; and Mi Jesuse
Third race, post time 3 p.m.:
— Song of Myself; Foolish Wager; Brass Flash; Rubiano's Jewel; That's My Destiny; and No Fighting Chance
Fourth race, post time 3:30 p.m.:
— Sauve Smile; Fabulous Cherokee; Man the Torpedoes; Overpayment; and Prospect Way
Fifth race, post time 4 p.m.:
— She's Got the Helm; Summertime Babe; Runaway Vow; Mystery Time; Gin Please; and Victoria Breeze.
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