Dennis Bright Wins 2009 TwinSpires Handicapping Open

dave — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:27:12 -0700

Congratulations go out to Dennis Bright of California who won the $60,401.64 grand prize in TwinSpires.com Handicapping Open Championship on April 4.

"I felt like I was in the movie 'Let It Ride' towards the end of the contest," explained Dennis. "I was in fourth going into the final race and hit the longshot at Santa Anita. The person right behind me was also on the same runner, so I edged him by $.80 for the grand prize. I am not a big bettor, so this weekly $25 contest is a great way to bet a little to win a lot."

"I wrote my own handicapping program years ago. I use that program in conjunction with the Brisnet Ultimate Past Performances. I rely on the Ultimates to verify my software selection."

Dennis is not new to winning contests. Many years ago, he teamed up with a friend to win a big tournament at the old Flamingo Hotel in Reno, Nevada, where they split $54,000.

Handicapper Art (Chester) Parker lost the grand prize by only $.80, but he was very appreciate to have $16,261.98 placed in his wagering account.

"I love TwinSpires. You guys have done a tremendous job with your wagering site. I love the fact that you are together now with Brisnet. I rely on the Brisnet information, which I find is more thorough and comprehensive than other sources. The Ultimate PPs make it easier for me to see how the race is going to unfold."

Art also commented that the standings were extremely tight, and that everyone in the top 20 of the Handicapping Open finals gave a great performance. Racing's richest online handicapping tournament is set to resume some time after June.

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