Marcus Melander sweeps International Stallion Stakes at The Red Mile

Trainer Marcus Melander secured a sweep of the two $139,000 Grade 3 International Stallion Stakes divisions for 2-year-old trotting fillies at The Red Mile in Lexington, Kentucky.

In the first division, the longshot A Tale Of Kemp won at 31-1 odds. Driven by Todd McCarthy, the filly recorded a 1:52.4 effort, surging from off the speed to secure a neck victory over Patty’s Girl. The 1-9 favorite, Birr Castle, finished third.

Melander also saw success in the second division with Sweetest Of All, completing the sweep of the event sponsored by Midland Acres.