Jockey Jody Jamieson and his horse Fifth and Five emerged victorious at the 67th Gold Cup and Saucer event held in Charlottetown on Saturday night. Jamieson expressed his disbelief and joy, describing the win as a dream come true. The prestigious race, which offers a purse of $100,000, attracts participants from various parts of North America to the Red Shores Racetrack and Casino annually.
Having grown up watching the race, Jamieson recounted his father’s victory in 2006, which had been his favorite until now. Reflecting on his triumph with Fifth and Five, Jamieson emphasized the significance of winning this particular race, considering it his all-time favorite achievement.
During the race, Jamieson maintained his strategy of closely following the horse and driver positioned in the first post spot near the inside rail. With a time of 1:49.4, Fifth and Five secured the win, with Jamieson praising the horse’s suitability for the track and impeccable behavior.
Following the race, as Jamieson and his team celebrated in the winners’ circle, he expressed overwhelming joy and described the victory as a lifelong dream realized. The emotional impact of the win left Jamieson in a state of euphoria, unsure if he would ever come down from the high of this momentous achievement.