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2008 Peter Pan Stakes and Bold Ruler Handicap

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Lucky Island in the winner's circle
2008 Bold Ruler Handicap winner Lucky Island in the winner's circle

Lucky Island in the winner's circle after winning the 2008 Bold Ruler Handicap at Belmont Park

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Winning trainer Kiaran McLaughlin said, "He's a very nice horse. The first time we ran him, he bled. We were thinking of sending him to Dubai, which is why he ran without Lasix. Now, he is 3-for-3 for us on Lasix. This was a big step up from a two other than. He proved he belonged. He looked great in there. By the fall, we could stretch him out. We'll keep him sprinting for now."

Winning jockey Alan Garcia said, "He's a nice horse. Kiaran did a great job with this horse. I thought he was the best horse coming into the race, and the race set up for me really, really good. My horse was a little slow early, but I managed to save ground. Turning for home, I knew I had the best horse."

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