Jadoo (R) lands Swept Away in feature sprint
The ex-champion rider sent hgis mount into the lead from the off and gav e the Glenn Mendez-trained pre-race favourite a breather at the top of the stretch.
Big five O grabbed the lead inside 400 metres but Jadoo ® roused his charge again and scooted clear for a 1 1/4 length victory.
One Fortheroad came with a rattle but was a head short of Big Five O who held on for seconhd, It was a day when nojockey managed more than one winning ride, but champion trainer Mendez Terrance Thomas saddled two winners each.
Three-year-old Cactus Treasure surprised in the 1500 metres turf race, a modified Benchmark handicap event to reward backers with $8.85 and $195 on the tote.
And Mirkana was also a surprise winnner to reward backers with $7 $7.50 and $1.80 on the tote.
Although the first Hi5 stumped turfites, one lucky punter left with a cheque for $4,781.20 for forecasting the five in the final race - Cramers Rule, Indy Anna Baby, Raeven Renae, Sing Sing Sing, San Antonio.
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