By Tom Pedulla, USA TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Any more questions?
Colonel John ended doubts about his stamina and his ability to win on dirt by grinding out a nose victory against Mambo in Seattle in the $1 million Travers Stakes on Saturday.
The winner of the 139th Travers had run a disappointing sixth after a troubled trip in the Kentucky Derby. He redeemed himself somewhat by gaining a taut decision at Saratoga Race Course in the 1¼-mile race known as the "mid-summer Derby."
"I feel the Travers is certainly the second most prestigious 3-year-old race," said triumphant owner Bill Casner. "It's a race to win, a race for the ages."
No more doubt: Colonel John wins $1M Travers Stakes....
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