Onajetplane Soars to Upset in Classic Rookie Trot
McCarthy took his time early with the Walner-Noble Lover colt, sitting fifth through an eventful but moderate :57 first half. Just after Hidalgo took charge from Go Ahead Makemyday on approach to the far turn, Onajetplane latched onto third-over cover behind Go Boom and Mountcastle and was towed into contention at the 1:25.3 three-quarter stage.
McCarthy switched the Noel Daley trainee off cover in upper stretch, and he responded with a powerful :26.4 stretch kick to upend Go Ahead Makemyday (David Miller) by 1-1/4 lengths in 1:53, shaving over two seconds off his previous career best. Hidalgo (Gingras) was a beaten third.
Trainer's Perspective on Onajetplane's Victory
“We just had to take our time with him,” said Daley, who shares ownership of Onajetplane, now a two-time winner in six career starts with $139,500 in the bank, with Sjoblom Racing Inc., LA Express Stable and Joonas Jarvinen. “He’s always been very genuine; it’s just a matter of him getting squared away, and he seems to have done it now.”
“You can’t get away with it all the time, but the track was good tonight,” Daley said of his decision to remove Onajetplane’s shoes.
“He’s not the greatest to steer,” Daley continued. “Once (McCarthy) had him straightened out, he’s got a good turn of speed.”
More Than Just a Classic Win
Onajetplane’s victory was more than just a win in the New Jersey Classic. It was a statement that this young colt is a force to be reckoned with in the future. His powerful stretch kick, coupled with his ability to handle a tough trip, shows that he has the talent to compete at the highest level.
The New Jersey Classic was just the beginning for Onajetplane. With his impressive win, he has set himself up for a successful career on the racetrack. He has the potential to be a top contender in the upcoming Breeders Crown, and could even go on to become one of the biggest stars in harness racing.
The Future of Onajetplane
The future of Onajetplane is bright. He has the talent, the drive, and the team behind him to achieve great things. With his impressive win in the New Jersey Classic, he has proven that he is a horse to watch in the years to come. His next race, the Breeders Crown, will be a chance for him to show the world just how good he really is. With his strong performance in the New Jersey Classic, he has shown that he has the potential to be a champion.
The New Jersey Classic is a major event in the harness racing world. It is a race that attracts some of the best horses in the country. For Onajetplane to win this race, he had to overcome a lot of challenges. He was able to do so because of his talent, his drive, and the team behind him. He is a horse that is destined for greatness. The New Jersey Classic was a preview of what is to come. Onajetplane is a horse to watch in the years to come.
