Hastings, MI, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Two Birds Onestone, driven by Jennifer Main, marked his fourth consecutive victory at Hastings during the $13,200 Open Pace at Northville Downs. Starting from post 8, he displayed remarkable speed, overtaking the favorite Red Righthand Man N and finishing with a time of 1:55.2. This win signifies Two Birds Onestone’s strong performance, bringing his total wins at Hastings to four. The program also featured other significant results, including a new track record for older trotting mares. Racing continues on October 8.
Hastings, MI – Two Birds Onestone Captures Fourth Consecutive Win at Northville Downs’ Open Pace
Two Birds Onestone, driven by Jennifer Main, achieved a remarkable milestone by earning his fourth consecutive victory at Hastings. The event occurred on Tuesday, October 7, at Northville Downs in Hastings, MI, where Two Birds Onestone competed in the co-featured $13,200 Open Pace.
The race saw Two Birds Onestone start from post 8 and display strong initial speed, matching the pace set by the favorite, Red Righthand Man N, who started from post 5. The early competition was fierce, with the first quarter of the race completed in a swift 28.1 seconds. However, Red Righthand Man N eventually surrendered his lead to Two Birds Onestone, who surged ahead of the pack, reaching the half with a commanding lead of nine lengths, clocked at 56.1 seconds.
As the race progressed into the third quarter, Two Birds Onestone maintained his advantage, posting a time of 1:26.1. Although Red Righthand Man N made an attempt to reclaim his position, he was unable to overtake Two Birds Onestone. Maintaining his lead into the stretch, Two Birds Onestone won the race with a final time of 1:55.2 over a good track.
This impressive win marked Two Birds Onestone’s second consecutive victory in the Open division and brought his total to four wins at the Hastings oval. Two Birds Onestone is a 5-year-old gelding, a son of Black Daniels and She B Jeebeez. With career earnings of $348,888 and a record of 34 wins from 81 starts, he continues to impress viewers and enthusiasts alike.
Earlier in the program, Kings Sweetheart, owned, trained, and driven by David Lake, set a new track record for older trotting mares, finishing the race in 2:00.4 in race one. In the $13,200 Open Mares Pace, Mother Mary also showcased her talent, winning by 2-1/2 lengths under owner-trainer-driver Joe Casagranda, coming close to breaking the track record set for 4-year-old pacing mares. Additionally, Bo Nanza Chip secured victory in the $13,200 Open Trot, winning by a half-length over Travlin Swan with a time of 2:00.3, owned by JD Yoder and trained/driver Lavern Miller.
Jennifer Main and Kody Massey both achieved driving doubles during the program, while trainer Steve Main managed to secure a training double as well. The next racing day at Hastings is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, with a first-race post time of 1 p.m. (EDT).
Key Highlights:
- Two Birds Onestone won his fourth consecutive race.
- The race was a co-featured $13,200 Open Pace.
- Two Birds Onestone led with a final time of 1:55.2.
- Jennifer Main, Kody Massey, and Steve Main achieved significant victories.
- The next racing day is on October 8 at 1 p.m. (EDT).
FAQ Section
What is the significance of Two Birds Onestone’s victory?
Two Birds Onestone’s victory marks his fourth consecutive win at Hastings.
When and where did this race take place?
The race took place on Tuesday, October 7, at Northville Downs in Hastings, MI.
What was the outcome for Two Birds Onestone?
Two Birds Onestone won the race with a final time of 1:55.2 over a good track.
Who were the other noteworthy competitors or events during the race program?
Earlier in the program, Kings Sweetheart set a new track record for older trotting mares, and Mother Mary won by 2-1/2 lengths in the $13,200 Open Mares Pace.
What is scheduled for the next racing day at Hastings?
The next racing day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, with a first-race post time of 1 p.m. (EDT).
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Horse Name | Two Birds Onestone |
| Driver | Jennifer Main |
| Location | Northville Downs, Hastings, MI |
| Date | October 7 |
| Race Type | $13,200 Open Pace |
| Winning Time | 1:55.2 |
| Owner | Carl Putnam Jr. |
| Trainer | Steve Main |
| Total Wins at Hastings | 4 |
| Next Race Date | October 8 |
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