Dr. Schivel Targets True North After Comeback Win
After a sharp comeback win off a 14-month layoff, California-based sprinter Dr. Schivel will take his talents to New York for the June 10 $250,000 True North Stakes (G2) at Belmont Park.
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After a sharp comeback win off a 14-month layoff, California-based sprinter Dr. Schivel will take his talents to New York for the June 10 $250,000 True North Stakes (G2) at Belmont Park.
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