There was big money Friday night for those who reached the winner's circle at Presque Isle Downs and Casino, including the largest payout of the season.

The $300,000 Masters Stakes was run Friday evening for fillies and mares three years old and up. When the field crossed the finish line for the Masters Stakes, it was Gal in a Rush for the win.

It was one of four stakes races on the schedule on Friday, with a total purse for the day of almost $900,000.

Matthew Ennis, the senior director of operations, said, "We're competing with high school football tonight, the Irish Fest and we still have a very good turnout. Family thing to do, plenty of children here, food truck, family event."

Live horse racing at Presque Isle Downs and Casino continues this year until October 23.

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