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VOTING NOW OPEN FOR SECRETARIAT ‘VOX POPULI’ AWARD

Racing Fans Can Vote for Eighth Annual Winner

Online voting is now open for the eighth annual winner of the Secretariat Vox Populi Award. Created by Secretariat’s late owner Penny Chenery, the Vox Populi, or “Voice of the People,” Award recognizes the racehorse whose popularity and racing excellence best resounded with the public and gained recognition for the sport during the past year.

Fans can vote in the online poll, which can be found at Secretariat.com for one of six nominees selected by the Vox Populi Committee this year. Voters also have the option to write in a racehorse of their choice. The poll is open through Dec. 12, and a public presentation to the 2017 Vox Populi winner is scheduled for Jan. 20, 2018, at Santa Anita Park.

This year’s nominees are: Arrogate, the talented and enigmatic 4-year-old colt who in 2017 became the top all-time North American earner after impressive wins in the inaugural Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes and the Dubai World Cup; Ben’s Cat, the late, four-time Maryland Horse of the Year who amassed the devotion of a legion of fans in an eight-year racing career that concluded in 2017; Gun Runner, the commanding 4-year-old colt whose outstanding achievements this year include $6.9 million in earnings and four consecutive Grade I victories culminating with the Breeders’ Cup Classic; Lady Eli, the sensational 5-year-old racemare who overcame laminitis to win three of her five 2017 starts finishing out a...

The highly successful first Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar – which has drawn rave reviews from coast to coast – got the track’s fall meeting off to a rousing start and that momentum carried through the four-week season, which concluded Sunday. The track’s fall meet numbers were the strongest since it began autumn racing in 2014.

All sources average daily wagering – which does not include the two-day Breeders’ Cup November 3 and 4 – was up a robust 7.5% as compared to 2016. Out-of-state handle increased 10.3% and on-track betting rose by 4%. Noteworthy, too, was the fact that the 14-day meet final wagering figure of $153.1 million exceeded the 15-day total of $152.5 million from 2016.

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Some insights into tonight’s racing program for our IdaBet.com players:

3^RD RACE – (7) CAVIART CHERIE returns here first off barn change. For whatever it’s worth, aired in Philly qualifier but hasn’t made purse try in 45 days.

5^TH RACE – (1) SOSSY’S KING KONG has second go-round for this barn after never quite fulfilling stakes resume of last season. Believe he plays from pole.

6^TH RACE – (4) HIGHVIEW CONALL N has been gazed before and gets a ‘re-peek’ after a good second against solid winner. Unproven at this level, though.

7^TH RACE – (6) WHATABOY turned in quite credible effort after sale/barn change. First-up into decent back half and held well, intriguing despite draw here.

10^TH RACE – (3) MACONUPWITHEDRAGON was upsetter with a pocket trip at this level early last month. Could very well get that exact same sojourn here.

12^TH RACE – (4) ROLL AWAY JOE picked off some back markers, getting final pay envelope in last. Awful win profile, but has been keeping better company.

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$2 +/- (thru Tue., Nov. 21) – 308 wins [inc. 2 dead-heats] ($2,289.30)

from 1,399 ($2,798) selex (-$508.70, not quite getting into holiday spirit)

highest-priced winner – GYPSY LEATHER ($57.50)

lowest-priced winner – GREAT VINTAGE/FUNKNWAFFLES ($2.20 each)

BY FRANK DRUCKER,

Publicity Director, Empire City @ Yonkers Raceway

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Northfield Track Announcer Ayers Ratliff’s free handicapping tips are provided for our IdaBet.com players.

Remember, due to their draw schedule, picks are made in advance and do not account for scratches or late driver changes.

From the “Ayers Above” MONDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 27

Race 1: 6- Bowdie De Vie – Could be successful upon coming to Northfield. 2- Fantasy League – Has two wins in a row and looks to be tough again. 1- Mesmerized – Could make the ticket from the rail. 3- Nono Lindy – Could be a factor upon coming to the Flying Turns.

Race 2: 5- Stonebridge Adam – Was a winner two starts back and could strike again tonight. 4- R Gauwitz Hanover – Another that won two starts ago and could be tough in here. 2- Glory Beach – Draws well and could make the ticket. 7- The Baby Rocks – Could add some value to the exotics.

Race 3: 5- Gale Force Hanover – Gets the top-call to start tonight’s Pick 5. 2- Super Lily – Had a ton of trot last start but was plagued with road trouble. 1- Montana Skies – Looks to be tough from the rail.

Race 4: 6- JK Patriot – Could be successful upon returning to Cleveland. 4- Friskie Diamonds – Made the ticket last time out and could be right there again tonight. 5- Montero Blue Chip – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 1- Cee Pee Panic – Has as good of a shot as any in here to complete the Superfecta.

Race 5: 7- Barn Girl – Has three wins in a row and looks to keep her streak alive. 3- Fly Jesse Fly – Has the ability to be prominently placed on this ticket. 6- Outburst – One of several in here that could make the ticket. 5- Sandys Victory – Should not be overlooked as a legitimate contender in here.

Race 6: 2- Thinkofagameplan – Was a winner two starts back and could strike again tonight. 4- Hokuri Handrail N – Another that looks to be tough in here. 1- Higgins – Could be tough upon coming to Northfield. 6- Artistic...