NEW YORK (AP) — Ron the Greek took advantage of a bad stumble by 2-5 favorite Rail Trip to post an easy win Thursday in the $60,000 Sunny and Mild Stakes on Thursday at Aqueduct.
Rail Trip dumped rider Ramon Dominguez as the field broke from the starting gate. Dominguez, apparently unharmed, quickly bounced up from the muddy track and walked off while the riderless Rail Trip ran with the pack.
The mishap by the heavy choice opened the door for Ron the Greek to post a five length victory over Bigger Is Bettor. Jose Lezcano was aboard for trainer Bill Mott as Ron the Greek, a 4-year-old, got his fourth win in 14 starts. The time was 1:51.83 for the 1 1-8 miles.
Ron the Greek paid $6.70, $3.90 and $6.80. Bigger Is Bettor returned $5.50 and $8.80 while Most Happy Fella paid $29 to show.
