Peppers Pride established a modern North American record with her 17th consecutive win Oct. 4 at Zia Park , surpassing the recognized mark held jointly by Citation, Cigar and two others in an optional claiming allowance race. She extended the streak with a workman-like stakes win at Zia Nov. 9. But this time, facing a better field while giving between seven and 12 pounds to her rivals, she was outstanding.
“It going to be hard to decide (about retiring Peppers Pride) after such a terrific race," Marr said. "I want to thank everybody who has supported her from the $2 bettors, to the grooms and my family. She is the best horse I have ever touched.”
She's based in New Mexico.
This is the race she won Saturday, the New Mexico Racing Commission Handicap:
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