The stretch drive of the $332,000 U.S. Pacing Championship came down to a clash between older pacing titans Artistic Fella and Mister Big. When the dust settled, Mister Big, driven by Brian Sears, successfully defended his title, winning in 1:48.2. Mypanmar finished third.
In the stretch, Artistic Fella and Mister Big engaged in a thrilling battle as the two horses matched strides. It was only late in the mile that Mister Big gained an advantage to win his fifth of the season. Owned by Joseph Muscara, the Grinfromeartoear five year old increased his career bankroll to $1.35 million.
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