Winning trainer Dan Hendricks added, "He's a special horse. That's one of the most relaxed races I've seen him run. Mike just sat and rode perfect. We learned a lot; he can change course, he can ship, and he can win again. We've got to decide whether to come back (to Fair Grounds for the Mervin Muniz Memorial on March 8), stay home (in California) or go to Dubai."
2008 Louisiana Derby Preview Day Part 2
By Cindy Pierson Dulay, About.com Guide
Daytona heads for the winner's circle
Daytona heads for the winner's circle after the 2008 Fair Grounds Handicap at the Fair Grounds
© Vanessa Ng
Winning jockey Mike Smith said, "I was worried about the soft ground and long stretch. It is so different than California. But this horse has such good balance. Every step, he kept paying attention. He ran a big race."
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- Indian Blessing wins the 2008 Silverbulletday Stakes
- Indian Blessing in the winner's circle
- Second place finisher Proud Spell
- Third place finisher Highest Class
- Daytona wins the 2008 Fair Grounds Handicap
- Daytona heads for the winner's circle
- Second place finisher Jazz Quest
- Third place finisher Sterwins
- Graeme Six wins the 2008 Pan Zareta Stakes
- Graeme Six in the winner's circle
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