Bobby Boulger Dominates in $10,000 STX Open Speed at HITS Ocala
Fortside Candy Crush powers to a decisive victory at the Ocala Holiday Festival
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PMBy b.wehner
Bobby Boulger proved untouchable against the clock at the HITS Ocala Holiday Festival, guiding Fortside Candy Crush to the top of the leaderboard in the $10,000 STX Open Speed. In a class where fractions of a second mattered, Boulger delivered a polished, purposeful round that combined efficiency with bold decision-making.
From the opening fence, the pair established a confident tempo, attacking the speed track with intent while never appearing rushed. Fortside Candy Crush answered every question with agility and precision, snapping up over fences and accelerating smoothly through the turns. Boulger’s ability to stay forward without sacrificing balance allowed the pair to maintain momentum across the course’s most technical lines.
The victory underscored Boulger’s reputation as a savvy speed rider and added another notable result to Fortside Candy Crush’s growing résumé. With the winter circuit continuing at HITS Ocala, their performance in the STX Open Speed sent a clear message as competition intensifies this week.
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