Track On 2 will host two key harness racing finals: the $27,600 Elizabeth Johnson Final and the $29,500 Ron Orr Final.
In the Elizabeth Johnson Final, Van Nuys (Mr Wiggles), trained by Gerry Hudon, enters as the third choice despite recent strong performances, including a 1:56.3 elimination win. Hudon's other entry, Handcuffed (Captive Audience), is a seasoned competitor with a preference for larger tracks. The favourite, Short Sell Hanover (Bettors Delight), set a new lifetime mark of 1:54.3 in her elimination. Cf Saving Grace (Santanna Blue Chip) is the second choice, with an inside post helping her chances.
For the Ron Orr Final, One Major Hottie (Mystician), also trained by Hudon, is the 5-2 favourite after a 1:52.4 elimination win. His stablemate, Laz To First (Lazurus N), seeks his second win of the year. Mercedes (All Bets Off), who finished second in the eliminations, and Hurrikane Ferrigno (Sweet Lou), who posted a faster time than the other elimination winner, are also strong contenders. Panda Beer (Vertical Horizon) claimed the first elimination in 1:55.4.
The top finishers from these finals will compete in the next big event on September 7 at Track On 2.