Running for Riz runs big one for Linda Riznick

Running for Riz lived up to his name at Gulfstream Park yesterday, running right to the winner’s circle for co-owner and breeder Linda Riznick. The 3-year-old son of Handsome Mike shot to the lead out of the gate, and continued there for the entire six-furlong trip with Miguel Vasquez, reaching the wire 3 1/4 lengths in front.

Running for Riz posted fractions of :22.50, :45.07 and :57.22 en route to an excellent final time of 1:10.27. At odds of 6/5, he became Handsome Mike’s sixth winner this year and added $28,900 to his bank account, which has now jumped to $87,925 after just six races.