The VERNON DOWNS Joe Harrington’s Winning Wheels driver of the week goes to Jimmy Whittemore. Jimmy had a super Saturday with a driving hat trick. He won with Whimsical Journey, Luscious Lucky and then took big longshot, Tantra Blue Chip, to the winner’s circle.
This week’s Vernon Downs/Joe Harrington’s Winning Wheels Driver of the Week is Jack McNeil. Jack was two-for-two on Saturday. He won with longshot Precise Fashion, paying a whopping $28.82 and backed that up with a win with Ponderance who paid $6.72. Congratulations Jack!
Harness racing ties run deep, even in the @KentuckyDerby! Winning trainer @reredevaux, sister of New York-based driver Jimmy DeVaux, was the first female trainer to win the Derby. Congratulations to Cherie, Jimmy, and the whole DeVaux family on this historic accomplishment! #harnessracing
The VERNON DOWNS / Joe Harrington’s Winning Wheels Driver of the Week is “Lightning” Leon Bailey. Leon had a grand slam on opening night, winning with Pembroke Ali, Huntressville A, Gotta Go Gram and So Diva. Help us congratulate Leon on his great start to the season.
Congratulations to Hall of Fame driver David Miller for eclipsing another milestone in 2026, this time for 15,000 wins. #harnessracing
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Sending out good vibes and prayers to Brett Beckwith
Please respect the Beckwith’s privacy at this time, but just give all the good thoughts and prayers you can.
I have no updates to give other than the horse is fine and walked off and Brett was transported to the hospital.