Derek The Jet keeps his unbeaten streak in tact with stellar performance

21 April 2024
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Derek The Jet maintained his unbeaten record when he took out the $150,000 Haras Des Trotteurs Nutrien Equine Classic (3YO Trotting Colts & Geldings) Final at Melton.

Sent out the $1.28 favorite, Derek The Jet pressed forward at the start and won a spirited early battle for the lead over his main danger Val Thorens ($5) with Valentino settling in third place.

Derek The Jet straightened in front and victory was sealed after Val Thorens galloped when challenging along the sprint lane and it was left to Locksley Cavalier,  who charged home from back in the field, to fill second placing.

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