NYRA apprentice Wilmer Garcia has proven his value as a long-shot rider to several move trainers. His ride on Mr. Rosenthal ('move' trainer Greg DiPalma) is a remarkable example.
After leading wire to wire, much of the time hounded by the second 'move' horse in the race, Garcia somehow got the nag's head down to just defeat fast closing Sleepy Freud.
Monster payoffs on win, place, show and exacta wagers made the remainder of the card--a spectator's day for me. How relaxing.
I now give a second-look to anything Mr. Garcia rides. Note: Three-of-five posts have involved the 'prolific' apprentice.
FYI: Later in the day, movers Abilio and Alcolite finished second at healthy prices.
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