Angelo Vasil The Jockey Who Sailed From Yugoslavia
A profile of Angelo Vasil known as Mike Vasilovich born in Yugoslavia. He changed his name to Vasil for easier pronunciation after joining American racing. Raised largely by an Indiana boardinghouse keeper then his guardian uncle in the United States, Mike began in racing as a hot walker and groom before his first ride. He recalls a chaotic debut day with horses bolting and a few mishaps before earning his initial race ride and facing stewards for a rough early finish.
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Mike Vasil’s comeback ride from near paralysis to racing again
Longtime jockey Mike Vasil endured a severe neck fracture on Nov 16, 1972 at Charles Town but fought back after a year of therapy. He returned to riding, ranked among leading jockeys, then retired at 45 and became a mutuels clerk in West Virginia while keeping his love of horses alive.
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M'lle Cyanne Wins Politely Stakes in Pimlico Opener
Pimlico opened its 105th year with the Politely Stakes division wins by Quick Selection and M'lle Cyanne in a six furlong feature for 3-year-old fillies. M'lle Cyanne edged in a photo finish for $18,070 to owner Harold H. Polk and a $14.40 payout. Quick Selection led early in the sixth race and finished two lengths ahead, earning $17,055 for W. Preston Gilbride. Crowd totaled 12,812 as other results included multiple scores and a 1000m world skate record by Valery Muratov of the Soviet Union.
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Pimlico Race Card Summary
Pimlico results and entries include Sean Steme Walsh, Bloc Wasp Baltazar, Midnighter C McCarron, Me Cyavir Passmore, Gala Lilt Hinejesa, Rambyér Baiussar for a 9 000 purse four furlong race. Fifth Race offers 8 000 purse for 3 year olds with Craining and Bold Bargain among entrants.
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Havre de Grace Rockets win Waynesboro finals led by Coder
The Havre de Grace Rockets defeated Hi-Way Liquors of Frederick 92-80 in the Waynesboro Tournament final. Paul Coder led with 24 points, Ollie Johnson 15, Bill Otey 21, as Frederick’s Maurice Boyd led Hi-Way with 20 and Charles Harper 14. Halftime was 57-28.
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