Calvin B (Bettor’s Delight) pulled off the upset in the $8,300 featured pace at Saratoga Casino and Raceway on Thursday evening.
Brian Cross moved the 18-1 shot out to the early lead before yielding to the favorite approaching the quarter pole.
After getting shuffled back, Calvin B shook loose past three quarters and charged past his rivals to take command around the final turn before drawing away to score in 1:55.4.
Owned by John Smiel of Rutland, VT and trained by John Cross, Calvin B recorded his first victory of the season in the Winners of 2 but not more than 4 Pace and returned $35.60 to win.
Yonkers invader OK Galahad (Billy Dobson) finished second while Mister Skitter (Mark Beckwith) earned the show spot.
Live racing continues on Friday evening at Saratoga with a 6:45pm first post.
Mike Sardella