Beyond The Win: Banach's Patience Turns 'Problem Child' Samurai Queen Into Seasoned Winner - Horse Racing News
Sponsored by: Trainer Darwin Banach (right) in the winner’s circle celebrating a special victory by Samurai Queen on June 19 at Woodbine Racetrack. He had heard all the stories about the ornery Ontario-bred filly, but Darwin Banach didn't think twice when he put in a claim on her. Samurai Queen, a 4-year-old dark bay daughter of First Samurai, had already built up a reputation on the Woodbine backstretch, and it wasn't a flattering one. Of all the words used to describe the filly, “difficult” was perhaps the most often-used term attached to her name. But for all of her quirks...
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