News from Taylor Thoroughbred
Konteekee | Oaklawn Park | December 14th 2024
Hot Springs National Park, AK
Another wet track competition proved quite challenging for Konteekee in today’s race, finishing 7th in the 8-pack.
Race #8 | Gate #7
Race starts at the 19:25 mark in the video
Video courtesy of Oaklawn Today, Oaklawn Hot Springs
Konteekee | Canterbury Park | September 28th, 2024 | Shakopee, MN
After an unusually slow start, Konteekee found himself near the tail of the field as they reached the top of the stretch. In a field of 11, the grass track proved unkind with Konteekee finishing 9th.
Race #6 | Gate #3
Video courtesy of Canterbury Park
Konteekee | Canterbury Park | September 14th, 2024 | Shakopee, MN
In today's competition, featuring a "final four" after two horses were scratched, Konteekee managed to hold 2nd place despite a slow start. However, the last quarter of a mile turned into a tight contest for 2nd and 3rd places. Ultimately, Konteekee fell short, finishing in 3rd.
Race #2 | Gate #5
Video courtesy of Canterbury Park
Konteekee | Canterbury Park | August 24th, 2024 | Shakopee, MN
After an unusually delayed start from the gate, Konteekee began the race in 8th place. However, with a strong push down the stretch, Konteekee secured a solid 4th-place finish.
Race #3 | Gate #5
Video courtesy of Canterbury Park
Konteekee | Canterbury Park | July 7th, 2024 | Shakopee, MN
With a swift get-a-way, Konteekee held a sturdy fourth position. No tension was given from the top three horses, Konteekee settled for 5th place.
Race #3 | Gate #6
Video courtesy of Canterbury Park
Konteekee | Canterbury Park | June 22nd, 2024 | Shakopee, MN
Today's wet track increased the challenge for the field of six. After a slow start, Konteekee held onto 5th position around the stretch, but the tough conditions took their toll, with a 5th place finish.
Race #8 | Gate #4
Video courtesy of Canterbury Park
Konteekee | Oaklawn Park | May 5th, 2024 | Allowance Race |
Hot Springs National Park, AK
Konteekee faced the challenge of another rain-soaked track today. Unfortunately, there was no comeback in this race, with Konteekee placing 6th.
Race #7 | Gate #6
Video courtesy of Oaklawn Today, Oaklawn Hot Springs
Konteekee | Oaklawn Park | April 28th, 2024 | Start Optional Claiming Race
Hot Springs National Park, AK
Racing in unfavorable conditions, Konteekee started in 6th place, trailing behind the leading horses as they approached the far turn. Despite the challenge, Konteekee mounted a strong rally, ending in a photo for 3rd place.
Race #8 | Gate #6
Video courtesy of Oaklawn Today, Oaklawn Hot Springs
Konteekee | Maiden Win at Oaklawn Park, March 21, 2024 |
Hot Springs National Park, AK
After a couple of disappointing finishes, Konteekee breaks his maiden at Oaklawn Park! With an accelerated start out of the gate, jockey Kelsi Harr maintained a firm 3rd place, moving stride for stride into 2nd heading into the far turn. With a two-length lead, Konteekee displayed his speed down the homestretch, winning his first race in a 42-1 upset!
Congratulations to Kelsi Harr, Robert Cline, Flying H. Stables, and all who contributed to this great win!
Video courtesy of Oaklawn Today, Oaklawn Hot Springs