At a Glimpse

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IS IT A SIGN?: The Signature Series final at Delaware, sponsored by Ohio Wesleyan University, was won by Justin Hall and his aptly-named gelding, Lotsabelief. The Ohio Wesleyan “Battlin’ Bishop” joined the winning connections in the charmed circle.


ALL SMILES: Hanover Shoe Farms public relations director Murray Brown and his granddaughter enjoy Hambletonian Day action from the front paddock. The duo watched Donato Hanover, who was bred by Hanover Shoe Farms and will stand stud there in 2008, win harness racing’s biggest event in 1:53.2.


ONE TOUGH OWNER: Former New York Jet Wayne Chrebet speaks with Ellie Sarama about 3-Year-Old Filly Pacer of the Year Southwind Tempo after that filly won the first heat of the Jugette at Delaware. Driver of the Year Tim Tetrick looks on.


CANINE CRUISIN’: Trainer Richie Silverman rides around Showplace Farm with his Swiss Mountain dogs Lady (on seat) and Laurda


SNEAK A SIP: Meadowlands trophy presenter Chrissy DiNicola feigns drinking from one of the Hambletonian trophies—apparently with security none the wiser.


A GRAND ACCOMPLISHMENT: The top driver and owners of the 2006 Grand Circuit are feted in the Delaware winner’s circle. From left: leading owners George and Brenda Teague, Grand Circuit president Tom Thomson, Grand Circuit steward Carol Cramer, leading driver John Campbell and Grand Circuit publicity director Paul Ramlow.


V FOR VICTORY: Hambletonian-winning trainer Steve Elliott gives the victory sign to reporters after winning the $1.5 million event with Donato Hanover.


TRACKSIDE BUNNY: Caretaker Clyde Francis enjoys some fun at Roger Hammer’s expense during morning workouts at The Red Mile during the Grand Circuit meet. Dr. Barry Carter DVM looks like he’s in on the joke.


WRONG WAY, MAC: Pacer Western Mac takes a driverless lap, avoiding trophy presenter Chrissy DiNicola, after being involved in an accident at The Meadowlands last August. Nobody was hurt in the spill, including Western Mac’s driver, Andy Miller.


QUALITY TIME: Driver Dave Palone, his wife, Bethann, and daughter, Alana, find a secluded spot to relax during the Grand Circuit meet at The Red Mile.


TO THE PADDOCK!: After winning the Golden Girls with Armbro Dancer, driver Ron Pierce catches a ride back to the paddock with trainer Michael Langdon, where his next drive awaits.


MAY I HAVE THIS DANCE?: Happy prom goers join Kevin Switzer’s Georgiana’s Girl in the winner’s circle after she won the Prom Pace at Scarborough Downs in June.


HOT-HANDED DRIVER: Driver Ron Pierce seeks relief for his hands from a bag of ice at Delaware. He suffered minor burns after scouring a countertop with a caustic cleanser.


SEEKING SHELTER: Young racing fans find respite from a relentless sun on a scorching Hambletonian Day at The Meadowlands.