From HarnessLink (Alex Kraszewski, published 26 March 2026)
Racin Hungry (Stay Hungry), generally a closer, changed strategy by racing on the front end and won the $25,000 Mares Open Handicap pace at Bally’s Dover on Wednesday night.
Ballast and driver Art Stafford Jr (post 4) and Racin Hungry (post 6) were quickest leaving the gate racing into the first turn. Ballast retreated to the pylons but not before parking out Racin Hungry through a blistering opening quarter in 26.1
Driver Pat Berry and Racin Hungry, the 6/5 betting favorite, were in total control of the race fractions. They backed the half down in 55.1, a 29 flat quarter. Disturbed Hanover moved first over past the half. Almost Persuaded shadowed 2nd over on the rim. Ballast raced in the pocket.
Racin Hungry raced confidently on the lead as Disturbed Hanover drew alongside turning up the pressure. The three quarters were paced in 1:22.1, a 27 flat throwdown.
At the top of the stretch, Racin Hungry accelerated and drew off to win by four lengths and under wraps in 1:50.3. She returned $4.40 for the victory.
