It marked the first win in 60 career tries for Cartwright, who made her debut in the saddle on June 19 at Monmouth Park. Cartwright and Lanave prevailed by a head over No Fret in the $10,000 six-furlong event and paid $14.60 to win. Lanave, trained by Pat McBurney and owned by Jacques Moore, was 0-for-16 entering the race.
Beer. 'Brats. T'breds. Celebrate all three at Meadowlands Racetrack's Oktoberfest in Paddock Park on Saturday, October 24.
Enjoy unlimited samplings of 25 beers, an all-you-can-eat German buffet, live music by Trigger and drawings for iPods and betting vouchers - all for just $48 per person!
Price includes racetrack admission, program and a $5 betting voucher. (Excludes tax and gratuity). Live racing begins at 7 p.m. For advance reservations, call 201-THE-BIGM.