Jamieson wins both elims; Great Willowdale Finals drive opens up

Jody Jamieson piloted Sparky Mark to a 1.52.3 victory and also drove home Good Bad Lucky to his win in 1.51.2, taking both ends of the Willowdale Stakes eliminations for 4-year-old pacers.

Considering the race times and the fact that Canada's top trainer of recent months, David Menary, handles Good Bad Lucky, it would seem that horse will be Jody's choice. Now if that turns out to be the case, then some lucky soul will get the trip behind Sparky Mark.

Mark Macdonald won with Sparky Mark in his most recent start, so Mark Austin is likely to look to him first. With Cactus Jack finishing last in his elim, look for the Marks to team up in the Willowdale Stakes Final next Saturday, January 22nd, and give the David Menary - Jody Jamieson combo a proper challenge.

Post Positions for Willowdale Stakes Final at Woodbine:

1) Jackets Required
2) Twin B Warrior
3) Good Bad Lucky
4) Sparky Mark
5) Malicious
6) Village Beaet
7) Art Professor
8) Here We Go Again
9) Aled Hanover
10) Oakmont