First-off-the-bench runner posts narrow victory
A horse named Hard as Life has overcome numerous trials and tribulations, but the Gun Runner colt enjoyed good fortune’s kiss in Sunday’s featured fourth race at Laurel Park, a first-level allowance for 4-year-olds and up over 1 1/16 miles.
Trained by Fair Hill-based Michelle Nihei, Hard as Life returned from a 309-day layoff to post a gritty nose victory over Badge of War. It was his first start since a poor break and a last-place finish in Keeneland’s Grade 3 Lexington Stakes on April 12…