Diners let out an almighty roar on Thursday night as the popular Two Dollar Pots prevailed in the 10th at Sandown Park.
Two Dollar Pots flew out of box 3 and led Fearless John and Kelly Hook down the back straight before holding them both at bay to win by ¾ of a length in 29.71.
“He was great tonight. This is his grade, once he creeps up in grade he finds it a bit tougher,” said trainer Les Hughes following the win.
“He’s the best dog I’ve got at the moment – he’s keeping me happy.”
Two Dollar Pots or Greg as he’s known at home, was bred by Hughes then sold to a long time friend.
“I bred him then sold him to a friend of mine who currently owns him. He’s the owner on paper but he’s got a fair few friends who are pretty excited about the dog. I’ve been friends with his father in-law for 45 years – he approached me and said ‘the boys want to buy a dog’.”
Owner Greg Elmore wasn’t on-track to witness the win due to work commitments.
“He’s not here tonight as he had to work. He said ‘the last time he won I wasn’t there, so it’s probably better I’m not there’.”
$2 pots are available during happy hour at Sandown Park, 6-8pm Thursday nights.
Two Dollar Pots takes out the 10th
