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Very Connected wins at Churchill Downs.

Owner

Dream Big Racing LLC (John Wade)

Trainer

Kenneth G. McPeek

Jockey

Hernandez Jr., Brian Joseph

Breeder

Woodford Thoroughbreds LLC

Earnings

$42,525

Color

Bay

Pedigree

Sire Name Connect

Dam Name C J's Gal

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