Turbo Compressor Takes Colonial Cup
Turbo Compressor proved once again that speed can be dangerous. The 4-year-old Halo's Image ridgeling, who makes it a habit of being in front, got out to a narrow lead in the Colonial Turf Cup and won.
Articles posted June 16, 2012
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Neck 'n Neck Romps in Matt Winn
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Summer Front Explodes Late, Wins Hill Prince
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Spring At Last Filly Works Fastest at OBS
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Love and Pride Wires Slender Obeah Field
Trainer Todd Pletcher sent the 4-year-old filly off a runner-up effort to grade III success at Delaware Park June 16.
Arceneaux Joins New Louisiana Sales Company
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