Churchill Downs Race 4 - Race 4 - Maiden Special Weight
CROSSFIRE (8) sets the standard after a debut 2nd at Keeneland over 905m, beaten 4.5L, and now stretches to 1005m with the same rider. BEACH SANDALS (4) and CAPTAIN LUKE (7) appeal on strong barns and draw, while CUT THROAT (6) also profiles well on pedigree. MUNNY JACK (10) and BARDSTOWN ROAD (11) have leading jockeys engaged and add depth.
Jockey: Emmanuel Esquivel
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Rock Your World on debut for Kenneth G. McPeek. Draws barrier 1 with Emmanuel Esquivel at 54kg. Setup is straightforward and breeding suggests early speed is possible. Can feature with the right run.
Jockey: Edgar Morales
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Omaha Beach on debut for Genaro Garcia. Draws barrier 2 with Edgar Morales up and carries 54kg. Pedigree suggests speed and versatility. Can feature with a clean getaway.
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Omaha Beach on debut for Mark E. Casse. Draws barrier 4 with Jose L. Ortiz and carries 54kg. Breeding through dam Sandal (by Munnings) offers sprint credentials. Can feature with the right run.
Jockey: Jareth Loveberry
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Cyberknife on debut for Larry Rivelli. Draws barrier 6 with Jareth Loveberry up and carries 54kg. No exposed race form yet. Can feature with a clean break and professionalism.
Jockey: Keith J. Asmussen
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Knicks Go on debut for Steven M. Asmussen. Draws barrier 7 with Keith J. Asmussen to ride at 54kg. No exposed form, but stable typically well prepared. Can feature with the right run.
Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Goldencents who debuted 35 days ago. Last start 2nd of 5 after settling handy at Keeneland over 905m on 9 Apr, beaten 4.5L by Skara Brae on FT, with 54kg. Up 100m and draws wider from barrier 8, with Tyler Gaffalione staying on for Brendan P. Walsh. Can improve with race experience and can feature with the right run.
Last Starts 36 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/5 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 905m | FT | Tyler Gaffalione | 54kg | - | 2-2 | 1 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Florent Geroux
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Jack Christopher on debut for Peter Miller. Draws barrier 10 with 54kg under Florent Geroux. Pedigree suggests speed influences through Hard Spun on the dam side. Can feature with a clean jump and race experience to come.
Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Beau Liam on debut for Kenneth G. McPeek. Draws barrier 11 with Irad Ortiz, Jr. up and carries 54kg. Breeding features War Front on the dam side. Can feature with the right run.
Jockey: Danny Sheehy
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old colt by Catalina Cruiser on debut. Draws wide in barrier 13 with 54kg under Danny Sheehy for trainer Sergio Donjuan. Pedigree suggests speed influences through Tale Of The Cat dam line. Can feature with a clean break and tractable run from the gate.