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Triple Crown: Epicenter scores in 50-point Risen Star

Press Release / 4 years

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Epicenter posted a front-running score in the Risen Star Stakes, the first 50-point Derby trail race, to take over the points lead.

"Risen Star S."
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Epicenter
Fair Grounds Race Course
Ken McPeek
Pappacap
Steve Asmussen
Triple Crown

Triple Crown: “Nice group” to contest Risen Star

Press Release / 4 years
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A big field, including two of the top three runners in Derby points earned, will contest Saturday’s Risen Star at the Fair Grounds, the first 50-point race.

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