Churchill Downs
Rematch looming in Raven Run
Reed Palmer Photography/Churchill Downs Thank You Marylou could be headed to the Breeders' Cup Filly and Mare Sprint after winning the Dogwood by 6 1/2 lengths under Miguel Mena.
Thank You Marylou and Fiftyshadesofgold could find themselves rematched at Keeneland after the 3-year-old fillies had a mismatch Saturday at Churchill.
Thank You Marylou, wearing blinkers for the first time, ran off to a 6 1/2-length triumph in the seven-furlong Dogwood Stakes, while Fiftyshadesofgold was fifth, beaten 10 lengths, as the 4-5 favorite.
The two could meet again in the Grade 2, $250,000 Raven Run Stakes on Oct. 18 at Keeneland. Trainer Mike Maker said another big effort by Thank You Marylou possibly could lead to the Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Sprint two weeks later.