Kentucky
Arkansas owners of Mystik Dan look back on big Kentucky Derby win
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT/KARK) – An Arkansas horse managed to win it all in a photo finish during the 150th Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
Champion Mystik Dan has strong ties to Arkansas, with its owners, the Gasaways and Hambys, coming from the Natural State.
Sharilyn Gasaway told content partner KARK that Mystik Dan’s personality sets him apart. She pointed to his calmness which makes him different.
“Our trainer calls him an old soul,” she said. “When it was time for the walkover, he was cool, calm as could be. I think that played to his advantage.”
Gasaway said many are asking what the next step is for their family, specifically Mystik Dan following the big win on May 4.
The horse’s trainer is still determining his recovery rate and if he could be ready for Preakness, the next significant race in two weeks. Gasaway said the next big race, Belmont, which is a few weeks after, is a realistic step they will take, whether they compete in Preakness or not.
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