Churchill Downs Race 5 - Race 5 - Mdn Claiming
SPEECH AND DRAMA (2) appeals on exposed form after a debut 3rd at Churchill Downs over 905m, beaten 7L, and now draws better. BAYTOWN ONA (8) backs up quickly off an 8-day turnaround after a 4th at Presque Isle over 905m, while MO TOWN FOXY BROWN (6) drops from a Gulfstream Park stakes where she was 6th of 6, beaten 7.5L. SWEET MARY (4) was 6th at Churchill Downs over 905m on debut and can improve with blinkers on. Something for the Multiples: SPEECH AND DRAMA (2)

Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Halladay out of Cool Talking on debut. Draws barrier 1 with Tyler Gaffalione riding for Brendan P. Walsh and carries 54kg. Can feature with the right run.

Jockey: Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr.
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Dialed In who debuted 3rd at Churchill Downs over 905m on 10 May, beaten 7L in a Maiden Claiming 69, settling 4th then 3rd. Stays with Steven M. Asmussen and switches to Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr. from gate 2. Barrier improves from 6 to 2 and she holds 54kg. Can improve second time out and has place claims.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 10/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 69 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 905m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 54kg | - | 4-3 | 6 |
| 7L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Abel Cedillo
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Mystic Guide on debut for Peter Miller. Draws barrier 3 with Abel Cedillo up and carries 54kg. Breeding from Zelda Can Dance adds context. Can feature with the right run.

Jockey: Jaime A. Torres
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Mitole who was 6th of 8 at Churchill Downs over 905m on 10 May, beaten 7.6L on a fast track with 54kg. Settled back and held ground behind winner Sr Seventyone. Now draws barrier 4 and stays at 54kg under Jaime A. Torres for Carlos Santamaria. Can improve with the run under her belt.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 10/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 69 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 905m | FT | Keith J Asmussen | 54kg | - | 7-6 | 8 |
| 7.6L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Rafael Bejarano
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Upstart out of Paris Paramour makes her first start. Draws barrier 5 with Rafael Bejarano booked for Anna M. Meah. Setup looks straightforward at 54kg. Can feature with the right run.

Jockey: Vincent Cheminaud
Weight: 54kgs
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Two-year-old filly by Mo Town for Saffie A. Joseph, Jr. Last start 6th of 6 after settling midfield at Gulfstream Park over 1006m on 9 May, beaten 7.5L on firm going with 54.5kg. Carries 54kg here with Vincent Cheminaud up, second run after 25 days. Can improve with race experience.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 09/05/2026 | - | Stakes 80 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1006m | FM | Nik Juarez | 54.5kg | - | 4-6-6 | 4 |
| 7.5L | $0.00 |