Santa Anita: Thirsty John wins Cal Cup Derby after layoff

Thirsty John won the Cal Cup Derby at Santa Anita after an eight-month layoff. The horse was ridden by Juan Hernandez. It was only the second start of the Stay Thirstys colt's career. He won his debut by 3 1/4 lengths at the Santa Monica on May 14. The winner’s share of $120,000 improved ThristyJohn”s earnings to $160,200.

Coalinga Road won the Turf Classic by a neck over Aligato. Algato finished second by one and a half lengths over 30-1 longshot Luvluv.

Grazed My Heart won the Cal Cup Oaks by a nose over pacesetter Sell the Dream. Grazing Myheart's earnings are $198,020.

The Chosen Vron won the $150,000 stakes by a neck over Big City Lights. It was The ChosenVron's fourth consecutive victory in 13 starts.

Big Summer won the $150,000 race down the hillside turf course. She won by three-quarters of a length over Eddie’s New Dream.