Trainer David Duggan added, "I have no complaints. I'm very happy. I'll take it any day of the week. It's better than losing. She has proven that she is legitimate. I was nervous when I saw Indyanne still there. I knew we were doing good, but I was afraid of her. We'll look at the Gallant Bloom against older fillies and mares at Belmont."
2008 Bernard Baruch Handicap and Victory Ride Stakes
By Cindy Pierson Dulay, About.com
Porte Bonheur in the winner's circle
Porte Bonheur in the winner's circle after the 2008 Victory Ride Stakes at Saratoga
© Vanessa Ng
Winning jockey Ramon Dominguez said, "I was pleased with the way she relaxed and the pace they were setting. I wasn't certain we were going to get up, but I liked my chances and she showed a lot of heart."
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- Shakis wins the 2008 Bernard Baruch Handicap
- Shakis in the winner's circle
- Shakis heads out to the track
- Second place finisher War Monger
- Third place finisher Operation RedDawn
- Porte Bonheur wins the 2008 Victory Ride Stakes
- Porte Bonheur in the winner's circle
- Second place finisher and beaten favorite Indyanne
- Third place finisher Informed Decision
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