Letruska Holds Off Clairiere in Apple Blossom
The crossbreed of St. George Stable Letruska once again showed her dominance over the aged and mare division as she won $1 million Apple Blossom Handicap (G1) for the second year in a row on April 23 at Oaklawn Park.
Clairiere second and Ce Ce the third day.
Fausto Gutierrez coaches his 6-year-old daughter Super savings the older female dirt road champion of 2021. Jose Ortiz joined the trip.
She paid $3.80 to win as the 4-5th favorite.
Daughter of Super savings out of mare Successful protest Magic Appeal won the 19th of her 25-race career.
The winner’s time in 1 1/16 miles on the fast track was 1:42.22.
Though there were only five starters, the stellar playing field included two defending champions and four 1st grade winners.
This story will be updated.