Churchill Downs Race 4 - Race 4 - Allowance Optional Claiming
NON CONFORMING (2) Picked up nicely to win last start at the track and gets a favourable gate. Hasn't put a foot wrong this campaign with 2 wins from as many starts. Can take this out. FINAL STORY (7) Came in 2nd last start at Laurel Park and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Should come to hand quickly. Irad Ortiz Jr adds value. Should be competitive in this race at a bit of odds. BRAVE PILOT (5) Romped home to win last run here. Could give a show. BLACKOUT TIME (8) Back from a break. Weakened under pressure when 5th last time at Oaklawn Park but showing consistent performance in races. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Place wouldn't shock.
Jockey: Flavien Prat
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fresh today after a break. Ran home strongly to win last start at Fair Grounds and can save some energy from the gate. Expecting to settle positively. Can show up in this at odds.
Last Starts 98 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 21/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FT | Luis Saez | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-1-1 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $6.00 |
| 7/11 | 14/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1710m | FT | Luis Saez | 54.5kg | - | 4-4-2-3 | 3 |
| 19.1L | $4.00 |
| 2/11 | 20/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | MY | Florent Geroux | 54kg | - | 2-2-2-2 | 1 |
| 1.3L | $26.00 |
| 11/11 | 11/08/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1408m | FAST | Keith J Asmussen | 54kg | - | 4-6-10 | 2 |
| 14.95L | $18.00 |
Jockey: Luis Saez
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished with purpose when winning last start around here and good career start. Flawless this campaign with 2 wins from 2 starts and has a positive gate. Should be in the finish.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 23/05/2026 | - | Starter Allowance 90 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | FT | Luis Saez | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-1-2 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 1/12 | 19/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 93 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Luis Saez | 54.5kg | - | 2-1-1 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 10/10 | 07/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1408m | FT | Mario Gutierrez | 55.5kg | - | 3-8-10 | 1 |
| 59.3L | $26.00 |
| 2/10 | 19/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | MY | Mario Gutierrez | 54kg | - | 2-2-2 | 8 |
| 2.5L | $5.00 |
| 3/11 | 11/10/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1308m | FAST | Nik Juarez | 54kg | - | 1-3-3 | 2 |
| 9.75L | $7.50 |
Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $16.00 moderate showing when 8th last time here and down in trip. Does take a while to get into stride. Challenged by a tougher grade. Overlook from a betting angle.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 24/05/2026 | - | Allowance 102 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 2213m | GD | Junior Alvarado | 53.5kg | - | 10-10-10-11-10 | 6 |
| 26.3L | $0.00 |
| 8/11 | 02/05/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 93 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 53.5kg | - | 8-8-8-8 | 3 |
| 5.1L | $0.00 |
| 9/12 | 04/04/2026 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1811m | FAST | Sahin Civaci | 56kg | - | 12-12-12-9 | 4 |
| 8.3L | $0.00 |
| 1/9 | 28/02/2026 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FAST | Junior Alvarado | 55.5kg | - | 9-9-8-3 | 3 |
| 0.05L | $16.00 |
Jockey: John R. Velazquez
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Picked up late to win last run around here. Right in the mix.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 30/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1811m | FT | John R Velazquez | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-1-1 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $0.00 |
| 4/12 | 02/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | FT | Juan J Hernandez | 53.5kg | - | 8-5-4 | 12 |
| 9.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Junior Alvarado
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $5.00 lost ground in the run home when 6th last run at this venue and stepping up to a higher level. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 44 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 14/05/2026 | - | Allowance 95 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1811m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-3-4 | 7 |
| 8.6L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 54.5kg | - | 7-7-5-2 | 2 |
| 4.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 07/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 55.5kg | - | 6-5-5-3 | 3 |
| 2.8L | $11.00 |
| 4/5 | 27/12/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 54.5kg | - | 4-4-5-5 | 3 |
| 6.3L | $26.00 |
| 10/11 | 24/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 84 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Jose Lezcano | 54kg | - | 9-9-9-10 | 4 |
| 10.8L | $17.00 |
| 7/10 | 13/09/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1207m | FAST | Eric Cancel | 54kg | - | 8-9-9 | 9 |
| 10L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Nice run when 2nd last start at Laurel Park and putting a tidy record together so far. Should muster plenty of early speed. Matched against tougher rivals. Solid chance.
Last Starts 42 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 16/05/2026 | - | Stakes 100 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1710m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 53.5kg | - | 2-1-1-2 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 1/9 | 19/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 95 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 5 |
| 6L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 14/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1408m | FT | Edgard J Zayas | 55.5kg | - | 4-4-1 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $4.33 |
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up after a break. Started at $7.00 and was well beaten when 5th last time at Oaklawn Park but solid career start. Shows good early pace. Could feature here.
Last Starts 91 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 28/03/2026 | - | Stakes 103 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1811m | FT | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 55kg | - | 3-3-3-6 | 3 |
| 11L | $6.00 |
| 4/9 | 01/03/2026 | - | Stakes 103 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1710m | FT | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54kg | - | 3-3-3-4 | 3 |
| 8.1L | $2.90 |
| 2/6 | 04/10/2025 | - | Stakes 94 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | FT | Cristian A Torres | 55.5kg | - | 3-3-3-2 | 1 |
| 2.8L | $3.50 |
| 1/12 | 02/08/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1609m | FAST | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54kg | - | 1-2-1-1 | 6 |
| 9.75L | $1.50 |
| 2/11 | 29/06/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | FT | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54kg | - | 4-3-2 | 7 |
| 3L | $11.00 |