This Day in History: 2013-03-16

A new world record was set by Bright Thought after winning the Grade II San Luis Rey Stakes at Santa Anita Park by 3 ¼ lengths on the turf. His final time for the 1 ½ miles was 2:22.72 in hundredths or 2:22 3/5 in fifths. The previous record holder was Hawster at Santa Anita Park at 2:22.80.