Tioga Downs held its first edition of the Camel and Ostrich
races that made their way from The Meadowlands on Friday night to Nichols, New York
on Saturday night.
More than 3,600 fans showed up to enjoy some unique racing
never before seen in the area or at Tioga Downs. 
Fans were treated with a three-entry ostrich race after race
number two, and a four camel race after race number six on Saturday's twelve
race card.
Many first time visitors and families came out to take part in the
action that also included Tioga's first annual hot dog eating contest as part
of hot dog weekend taking place at the racetrack.
In the $16,500 fillies and mares open pace, Runaway Tray
(Jim Taggart Jr.) made up for last week's second place finish, and took home
the lion's share of the purse.
Runaway Tray captured her fourth victory of the
year for trainer Alex Kavoleff in 1:53, increasing her seasonal bankroll to
more than $55,000.
Tioga Downs continues live racing on Sunday (June 17)
featuring the Historic Stakes, with a post time of 1:30 pm, for more
information on Tioga Downs please visit us on our website at www.tiogadowns.com . 
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