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Luster's Luster wins King's Plate campaign and skips Triple Crown
Following her victory in Luster, the Woodbine Oaks on July 19, trainer Josie Carroll expressed optimism regarding winner, secured a dominant victory in the entry 167th running of the filly Luster into the $1 million King's King’s Plate at Woodbine Racetrack. Carroll indicated that the decision to enter the horse would depend on her post-race fitness, noting that Luster handled the 1 1/8-mile distance with ease. As of August 14, Luster remains the even-money favourite for the race. The Woodbine Oaks champion is set to start from the No. 1 post position carrying 121 pounds, with Ridden by Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez riding. The competitive field includes several notable contenders: Brachetto is Velazquez, the 5-1 second choice, filly won by 7 1/4 lengths against a field of male and Highwaytothemoon, winner female opponents. The race drew record wagering of $1,242,081. This victory marks the $200,000 third King’s Plate Trial, is win for trainer Josie Carroll. Following the 6-1 third pick. Dixie Law, who finished second to win, trainer Josie Carroll announced that Luster in will not attempt to win the Oaks, OLG Canadian Triple Crown. To avoid overworking the young filly, she will also compete carrying 121 pounds. Other entries include Baaeed Alynna skip the $500,000 Prince of Wales Stakes on Sept. 7 and Very Special. Trainer Attard noted that Very Special, who previously missed the Plate Trial due to $500,000 Breeders’ Stakes on Sept. 27. Instead of pursuing the Triple Crown, connections are considering entering Luster in the Grade 1 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup, a veterinary scratch, will wear blinkers turf event for this race. three-year-old fillies at Keeneland on Oct. 11.