Churchill Downs Race 6 - Race 6 - Mdn Special Weight
BANKSY'S (10) Hit the line well when 2nd beaten by 1 1/4L last time around here and solid career start. Been in the money reqularly this campaign. Will be there at the finish. FUZZBUSTER (7) Did well to run into 2nd beaten by 2L last run at the track and returning to an increased distance. Promising career start. Must be considered. MELODY MAN (6) Struggled with the pace when 4th last run at Gulfstream Park. Expecting improvement here and returning to more ground. Showing good ability since resuming from a spell. Can take this out. FUZZY STARE (9) Was found wanting late when 3rd beaten by 2 1/4L last start around here and honest performer putting a tidy record together. First start for a new trainer. Has to be included.

Jockey: Luis Saez
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh after a break. Jumped at $9.00 and showed some merit late when 5th last run at Keeneland and drawn the rails. Going up in trip. Place claims at best.
Last Starts 62 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 24/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 93 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1207m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 54.5kg | - | 6-6-5 | 3 |
| 10.8L | $0.00 |
| 4/8 | 19/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Jaime A Torres | 55kg | - | 4-3-3 | 3 |
| 7L | $9.50 |
| 4/9 | 15/11/2025 | - | Derby 98 | $0.00 | Lone Star Park | 402m | FT | Luis Martinez | 56.5kg | - | 4-4 | 8 |
| 0.7L | $0.00 |
| 2/9 | 25/10/2025 | - | Trial 95 | $0.00 | Lone Star Park | 402m | MY | Luis Martinez | 56.5kg | - | 3-2 | 1 |
| 0.5L | $7.50 |
| 7/9 | 01/09/2025 | - | Derby 103 | $0.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 402m | FT | James A Flores | 57kg | - | 5-5 | 4 |
| 1.4L | $0.00 |
| 2/10 | 06/08/2025 | - | Derby Trial 100 | $0.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 402m | FT | Luis Martinez | 57kg | - | 2-2 | 4 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/9 | 29/06/2025 | - | Derby Trial 95 | $0.00 | Ruidoso Downs | 402m | SY | Luis Martinez | 57kg | - | 3-3 | 9 |
| 2.3L | $0.00 |
| 5/8 | 25/05/2025 | - | Derby Trial 91 | $0.00 | Ruidoso Downs | 366m | FT | Luis Martinez | 57kg | - | 5-5 | 6 |
| 3.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/8 | 25/10/2024 | - | Futurity Trial 90 | $0.00 | Lone Star Park | 366m | FT | Luis Martinez | 56kg | - | 2-3 | 3 |
| 1.1L | $0.00 |
| 6/8 | 09/08/2024 | - | Futurity Trial 97 | $0.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 402m | FT | Luis Martinez | 56kg | - | 6-7 | 6 |
| 5.8L | $0.00 |
| 8/10 | 09/06/2024 | - | Futurity 102 | $0.00 | Ruidoso Downs | 320m | FT | Noe Garcia Jr Jr | 56kg | - | 7-9 | 5 |
| 5L | $0.00 |
| 1/10 | 25/05/2024 | - | Futurity Trial 81 | $0.00 | Ruidoso Downs | 320m | FT | Luis Martinez | 56kg | - | 1-1 | 3 |
| 3.3L | $0.00 |
| 7/10 | 17/03/2024 | - | Futurity Trial 81 | $0.00 | Sunland Park | 274m | FT | Alan Hernandez | 58kg | - | 10() | 3 |
| 2.6L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Amongst the placegetters when 2nd beaten by 2 1/2L last run here and will try to take advantage of the draw. Irad Ortiz Jr is a crucial engagement. Place best.
Last Starts 31 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 25/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | FM | Francisco Arrieta | 53.5kg | - | 4-5-5-2 | 4 |
| 2.5L | $0.00 |
| 4/9 | 23/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1609m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55kg | - | 6-6-6-5 | 2 |
| 2.6L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Ben Curtis
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Racing fresh today after a 29 week spell. Improved to place when 2nd beaten by 1 1/2L last start at this track and was a debutant last start. Very hard to have.
Last Starts 207 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 30/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FM | Emmanuel Esquivel | 54kg | - | 10-8-3 | 7 |
| 1.5L | $34.00 |

Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh after a break of 46 weeks. Started at $6.50 and inched into 4th last time at Saratoga and was on debut last time. Could not recommend in this.
Last Starts 322 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 07/08/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1609m | FAST | Flavien Prat | 54kg | - | 5-5-5-5 | 5 |
| 7L | $5.50 |

Jockey: Danny Sheehy
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up after a 42 week break. Came on strongly when 2nd last time at Kentucky Downs. Always seems to find the line well. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 298 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 31/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 77 | $0.00 | Kentucky Downs | 1609m | FM | Ben Curtis | 54kg | - | 8-6-4-2 | 2 |
| 2.8L | $3.80 |
| 5/10 | 21/07/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1609m | GD | Luan Machado | 54kg | - | 9-9-8-7 | 4 |
| 2.6L | $4.00 |

Jockey: Joel Rosario
Weight: 56.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $3.50 was well beaten when 4th last run at Gulfstream Park. Expecting improvement here and returns to an increased distance. Great chance.
Last Starts 53 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 03/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1006m | FT | Paco Lopez | 57kg | - | 3-4-3 | 2 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/8 | 12/03/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 81 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | FM | Junior Alvarado | 57kg | - | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 0.3L | $5.00 |
| 2/8 | 06/02/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 75 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1006m | FM | Tyler Gaffalione | 56kg | - | 5-4-4 | 7 |
| 0.3L | $3.20 |
| 2/8 | 13/12/2025 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1006m | FM | Tyler Gaffalione | 55.5kg | - | 4-3-3 | 8 |
| 0.5L | $4.75 |
| 3/8 | 27/02/2025 | - | MDN Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FM | Luis Saez | 53.5kg | - | 7-7-6-3 | 7 |
| 1L | $7.00 |
| 7/11 | 18/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | FT | Leonel Reyes | 53.5kg | - | 5-5-5-7 | 7 |
| 9L | $18.00 |
| 4/10 | 08/12/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FM | Leonel Reyes | 53.5kg | - | 3-3-3-2 | 4 |
| 3.3L | $7.50 |
| 4/9 | 19/10/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FT | Leonel Reyes | 53.5kg | - | 6-5-5-4 | 3 |
| 6.3L | $9.50 |
| 4/10 | 21/09/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1207m | FT | Leonel Reyes | 53.5kg | - | 9-7-4 | 10 |
| 5.8L | $4.80 |

Jockey: Mario Gutierrez
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Produced an eye catching run when 2nd last run at this track and good career start. Back over extra ground. Must respect.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FM | Mario Gutierrez | 53.5kg | - | 5-6-3 | 4 |
| 2L | $0.00 |
| 3/11 | 20/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | MY | Cristian A Torres | 54kg | - | 6-5-3-3 | 10 |
| 2L | $4.75 |
| 3/8 | 16/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Luis Saez | 54kg | - | 2-2-3 | 5 |
| 3L | $6.00 |
| 2/12 | 12/09/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | FT | Declan Cannon | 54kg | - | 3-6-7 | 2 |
| 2.8L | $5.00 |
| 3/12 | 22/08/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1207m | FAST | Cruz Fernando De La | 54kg | - | 7-6-6 | 4 |
| 6.25L | $11.00 |

Jockey: Edgar Morales
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at $7.00 and faded to finish 10th last start at the track but going over more ground. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Slim hope.
Last Starts 49 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 07/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FM | Edgar Morales | 53.5kg | - | 5-5-8 | 7 |
| 9.5L | $0.00 |
| 7/10 | 22/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | FM | Jorge Ruiz | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-3 | 4 |
| 5.8L | $15.00 |

Jockey: Adam Beschizza
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started off strong but faded towards the end when 3rd beaten by 2 1/4L last start at this venue and showing consistent performance in races. Going over extra ground. Good chance of taking this out.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 04/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 79 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FT | Amir Mendoza | 49.200000047683716kg | - | 2-1-1 | 2 |
| 2.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/8 | 15/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1106m | FM | Irad Ortiz Jr | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 8 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 6/8 | 06/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Turfway Park | 1006m | FT | Gerardo Corrales | 54.5kg | - | 6-5-5 | 7 |
| 10L | $3.20 |

Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Managed to run into 2nd beaten by 1 1/4L last time at this track and putting a tidy record together so far. Showing great form since returning from a break. Good chance in this.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 07/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 53.5kg | - | 8-7-5 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 01/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 95 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1710m | FT | Edwin Gonzalez | 55.5kg | - | 6-5-1-2 | 5 |
| 2.8L | $0.00 |
| 5/9 | 28/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1811m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55.5kg | - | 6-7-6-4 | 2 |
| 6.3L | $2.35 |
| 2/11 | 01/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 90 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1710m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55.5kg | - | 11-11-9-6 | 10 |
| 1.3L | $3.90 |
| 2/10 | 06/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 90 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55kg | - | 10-8-4 | 9 |
| 2.8L | $17.00 |

Jockey: Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr.
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Ran on when 2nd beaten by 1 3/4L last start around here. Been in the money on multiple occasions this campaign. Looks optimistic.
Last Starts 47 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 09/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1811m | FM | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 53.5kg | - | 5-5-5-1 | 6 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/9 | 21/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 101 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-4-2 | 4 |
| 0.3L | $31.00 |
| 3/9 | 17/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 4-3-5-4 | 1 |
| 5.8L | $17.00 |
| 6/8 | 19/01/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 101 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-4-6 | 6 |
| 6.8L | $51.00 |
| 12/12 | 20/12/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FT | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 4-6-8-12 | 2 |
| 45.3L | $51.00 |
| 7/9 | 09/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 71 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1408m | FT | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | - | 5-4-5 | 5 |
| 23.3L | $13.00 |
| 4/7 | 18/07/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1308m | HEAVY | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | - | 4-5-4 | 6 |
| 15.25L | $6.50 |