Gunnevera Wins Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes at Delta Downs

The $1 million G3 Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes was contested Saturday, November 19 at Delta Downs in Vinton, Louisiana - a 1 1/16 mile dirt test for some of the best two year olds in the land. It was Peacock Racing Stable's 5-2 race favorite Gunnevera that dominated the field as he bided his time and kicked it into gear down the stretch. He prevailed by 5 1/2 lengths and in turn earned 110 qualifying points toward next year's Kentucky Derby. 4-1 third betting choice Hot Sean finished second in the field of 10 while Dangerfield got up for third at 18-1 odds - another four lengths back. 3-1 second choice J Boys Echo was fourth and Balandeen fifth while Pat On the Back, Thirstforlife, Tip Tap Tapizar, Line Judge, and Our Stormin Norman completed the order of finish.