Heza Fast Rogue Wins Amelia Belle Stakes, Trainer and Jockey Earn Stakes Sweep On Opening Weekend
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Broussard won Friday’s $20,000 EVD Dash with Scoopies Leaving You. Additionally, Donald Watson was in the saddle for the win. He had been aboard Scoopies Leaving You on Friday as well.
Triple M Farms, LLC bred the son of leading sire Heza Fast Dash from the Mr Jess Perry mare Miss Jess Rogue. The 4-year-old has compiled a (28) 8-3-5 record with earnings of $306,950.
Jw Divino Comento races for owner Ax'l Metal Roofing and trainer Orlando Orozco. Ridden by jockey John Hamilton the 4-year-old earned $7,000.
Shelly Van Ness saddled Jjs Black Lace for owner Felipe Amaro. Raul Ramirez, Jr. rode the Jet Black Patriot 4-year-old from the Dash To Chivato mare Lethal N Lace. Bred by Jackie and Jim Berard, Jjs Black Lace picked up $3,850 for the effort.
Heza Fast Rogue was sent off as the 5-2 second choice by the wagering public and paid $7.20 to win, $4.20 to place, and $2.40 to show. Jw Divino Comento returned $8.80 to place and $3.40 to show. Jjs Black Lace paid $2.60 to show. The 4-5 betting favorite, First Prize Copy, finished fourth.
Bradys March Madness completed the field. Fast Talkin Henry, Fjr Bread N Butter, Jessjinging and Scooter Prize were all scratched.
Live American Quarter Horse racing action will resume at Evangeline Downs on Wednesday night with a nine-race program. Post time on Wednesday is 5:35 pm Central Time.