Today's Headlines May 16, 2026
Chilley Scores First Stakes Win In $112,225 Old South Derby At Delta Downs

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By StallioneSearch
VINTON, LA–MAY 15, 2026– Third fastest qualifier Chilley surged late to capture his first career stakes victory Friday night in the $112,225 Old South Derby at Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel. The sorrel colt narrowly defeated the game filly Sheza A Whirlawaytoo by a nose in the 330-yard final while earning the $56,113 winner’s share of the purse.
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