Churchill Downs Race 5 - Race 5 - Mdn Claiming
SCOUTING REPORT (4) 2yo first starter by Medaglia D'oro for trainer Brad H Cox. Jockey Luan Machado adds value. Watch for a sign in the market. FUSTA (6) Gregory D Foley trained 2yo by Hard Spun on debut. Betting as a guide. GAINES TRACE (8) 2yo debutant by Plainsman for trainer John Alexander Ortiz. Watch betting. FUNCTIONAL (1) Career debut 2yo by Mandaloun for trainer Ron Moquett and has minimal work to do from the draw. Watch early betting.
Jockey: Rafael Bejarano
Weight: 54kgs
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Racing as a debutant 2yo by Mandaloun for Ron Moquett and will be aiming for a soft run from the draw. Market as guide.
Jockey: Francisco Arrieta
Weight: 54kgs
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Was $10.00 and tailed off to finish 6th last start at Ellis Park but was on debut last time. Should come to hand quickly. Will need its best to find a place.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 02/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | FT | Rafael Bejarano | 54kg | - | 3-3-5 | 6 |
| 9.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Luan Machado
Weight: 54kgs
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Brad H Cox trained 2yo by Medaglia D'oro having first start. Luan Machado is a key booking. Watch the market.
Jockey: Luis Saez
Weight: 54kgs
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Was $14.00 and folded up in the straight when 10th last run at Ellis Park but having second race start. Significant improvement required.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 21/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1207m | FT | Erik Asmussen | 55kg | - | 4-10-10 | 4 |
| 20L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 54kgs
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First time at the races 2yo by Hard Spun for trainer Gregory D Foley. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: William Antongeorgi Iii
Weight: 54kgs
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2yo by Mitole having first race appearance for trainer Thomas D Vance. Follow the money.
Jockey: Axel Concepcion
Weight: 54kgs
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First race appearance 2yo by Plainsman for trainer John Alexander Ortiz. Watch the betting.
Jockey: Adam Beschizza
Weight: 54kgs
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Was $5.50 and lost ground in the run home when 9th last time at Horseshoe Indianapolis and will be dropping in distance. Will be giving the leaders a big start. Cannot recommend as a betting proposition.
Last Starts 30 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 25/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 70 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1609m | GD | Martin Garcia | 54.5kg | - | 4-3-3-5 | 3 |
| 12L | $0.00 |
| 7/11 | 05/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 65 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1006m | FT | Martin Garcia | 54.5kg | - | 7-8-8 | 7 |
| 9.9L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Gerardo Corrales
Weight: 54kgs
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2yo by Nashville having first race appearance for trainer Dale L Romans. Watch the market moves.