Indian Blessing romped to a 6-length win over three rivals Saturday. In the $142,500 Gallant Bloom Handicap for fillies and mares at Belmont Park.

Last seasons champion 2-year-old filly, Indian Blessing earned her eighth win in 10 starts. Corey Nakatani was simply along for the ride on the 1-5 favorite

Its like driving a Ferrari, said Nakatani, aboard for the first time as regular jockey John Velazquez rode Commentator in the Massachusetts Handicap at Suffolk Downs.

Second in the early stages, Indian Blessing took charge approaching the head of the stretch and steadily increased her margin. Elope got second with Porte Bonheur third and Zada Belle the trailer.

The time was 1:16.24 for the 6 1/2 furlongs on the fast track.

Indian Blessing, trained by Bob Baffert, earned $90,000 for Patti and Hal Earnhardt, paying $2.70 and $2.10. Elope returned $2.80. There was no show wagering.

Posted on September 21st, 2008 by admin
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