Jason Bartlett expressed confidence in his prospects with Admiral Hill in the $37,162 Winners-Over Pace highlight at The Meadowlands on Saturday, April 6.
It was Bartlett's inaugural race of the year, facing a formidable group of seasoned competitors. Undoubtedly, he must have been taken aback by the exceptional performance of his horse.
Admiral Hill, a talented four-year-old gelding by Sweet Lou-Laura Hill, effortlessly outpaced his competitors in an impressive time of 1:50, even though he had to endure a challenging position on the outside for the last half-mile of the race.
After the race, Bartlett's optimism was palpable as he remarked, "He's akin to piloting a high-speed vehicle." This confident statement leaves us eagerly anticipating Admiral Hill's significant achievements in the upcoming year.
Big Skewy N, an Australian competitor, made a striking debut in his first race in North America just a week ago. Finishing fourth with a time of 1:49.1, he took the lead with a quick:27 first quarter, leaving us curious about his future performances.
Big Skewy N reached the halfway point in a speedy 55.1, and Bartlett's strategic decision paved the way for a triumphant outcome. Bartlett departed from the rail and swiftly overtook the speedy Dover Downs contender while Maximus Miki made progress from the outer position.