Colonial Downs Race 9 - Race 9 - Mdn Special Weight
DAENERYS (7) Zipped home into 2nd beaten by 1/2L last start around here. Sheldon Russell and Brittany T Russell deserve serious consideration as a team. One of the major hopes. THEMIS (5) Ran home into 3rd beaten by 1/2L last start at Laurel Park and solid career start. In fine form since returning from a break. No surprise to see a forward showing and one of the main hopes in this race. CATAENJO (9) Finished 3rd last start at Hawthorne. Jareth Loveberry usually performs well for this stable. The wide draw shouldn't be a problem with plenty of early speed. Looks promising in this race. KENTUCKY MULE (10) Kept chasing when 4th last time at Laurel Park. Underrated.
Jockey: Paco Lopez
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Came on strongly when 3rd last time at Saratoga and showing consistent performance in races. Will be positive in the run early. First race for a new trainer. Possible place chance.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 04/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1106m | FM | Jaime Rodriguez | 55kg | - | 4-4-3 | 9 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/9 | 10/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 69 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Raul E Mena | 53kg | - | 2-2-2 | 2 |
| 1.6L | $0.00 |
| 4/5 | 12/12/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 74 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1408m | FT | Raul E Mena | 55.5kg | - | 3-5-4 | 3 |
| 20L | $11.00 |
| 2/11 | 21/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 76 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Raul E Mena | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $6.00 |
| 7/8 | 08/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 70 | $0.00 | Delaware Park | 1207m | GD | Raul E Mena | 54kg | - | 2-4-6 | 4 |
| 8.1L | $9.00 |
Jockey: Mychel J. Sanchez
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
At $36.00 didn't attack the line when 5th last run at Laurel Park but has a good draw. Looking elsewhere.
Last Starts 23 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Mychel J Sanchez | 51.700000047683716kg | - | 4-4-3 | 3 |
| 1.7L | $0.00 |
| 4/9 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 55 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | SY | Jose E Vargas | 48.299999952316284kg | - | 5-5-5 | 3 |
| 7.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Malcolm Franklin
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break of 44 weeks. Started at $53.00 and disappointing run when 11th last start at Kentucky Downs. Might have to make up considerable ground. Pass at this stage.
Last Starts 308 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11 | 07/09/2025 | - | Stakes 87 | $0.00 | Kentucky Downs | 1308m | FM | Axel Concepcion | 53.5kg | - | 11-11-11 | 11 |
| 34.9L | $61.00 |
| 3/8 | 16/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 71 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FM | Ben Curtis | 54kg | - | 6-5-3 | 6 |
| 3L | $7.50 |
| 5/11 | 31/07/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 71 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FM | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | - | 10-10-6 | 10 |
| 3L | $34.00 |
Jockey: Jose E. Vargas
Weight: 51.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $11.00 and looked outclassed when 4th last run at the track but having second race start. Should jump out and bowl along. This looks a tough assignment.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/5 | 25/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FT | Sonny Leon | 54kg | - | 3-4-4 | 4 |
| 7.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jorge Ruiz
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished well when 3rd beaten by 1/2L last start at Laurel Park and promising career start. Racing consistently this campaign. Rates as one of the key chances.
Last Starts 37 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Jorge Ruiz | 54kg | - | 6-5-2 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 6/6 | 23/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 73 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1408m | FT | Jaime Rodriguez | 55.5kg | - | 4-4-6 | 2 |
| 39.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/9 | 12/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 78 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1207m | GD | Charlie Marquez | 55.5kg | - | 6-3 | 6 |
| 11.3L | $3.50 |
Jockey: Forest Boyce
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Was amongst the placegetters when 2nd beaten by 1/2L last start at Laurel Park and having second career run. Watch for a sign in the market.
Last Starts 23 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 65 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Forest Boyce | 54kg | - | 8-7-5 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Sheldon Russell
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Did well to run into 2nd last start at this venue. Sheldon Russell and Brittany T Russell have achieved a lot of success as a team. Solid chance.
Last Starts 17 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 | 25/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1106m | FT | Sheldon Russell | 54kg | - | 4-3-3 | 3 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 67 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | SY | Sheldon Russell | 53.5kg | - | 5-3-2 | 4 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jevian Toledo
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $5.50 and chased well when 4th last time at Laurel Park. Could feature here.
Last Starts 23 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 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1106m | FM | Jevian Toledo | 54kg | - | 6-6-5 | 7 |
| 1.4L | $0.00 |
| 7/12 | 01/01/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Turfway Park | 1609m | FT | Irving Moncada | 54.5kg | - | 3-4-5-6 | 1 |
| 5.5L | $6.00 |
| 9/12 | 26/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FM | Luan Machado | 54kg | - | 9-8-8 | 10 |
| 3.6L | $31.00 |
Jockey: Sonny Leon
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Jumped at $43.00 and just average when 6th last start at Churchill Downs. Has some claims.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 04/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FM | Luan Machado | 53.5kg | - | 6-6-7 | 1 |
| 5.5L | $0.00 |
| 5/10 | 21/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Turfway Park | 1106m | FT | Santiago Gonzalez | 54.5kg | - | 7-7-5 | 9 |
| 6.3L | $51.00 |
| 11/11 | 10/12/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | FT | Javier Padron Barcenas | 54kg | - | 3-6-11 | 7 |
| 21.5L | $26.00 |
| 2/9 | 28/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 65 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1006m | FM | Javier Padron Barcenas | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 1 |
| 2.3L | $13.00 |
| 6/7 | 14/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 70 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1710m | FM | Antonio A Gallardo | 54kg | - | 3-4-4-6 | 2 |
| 20.8L | $6.00 |
| 5/11 | 05/07/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1609m | FAST | Rafael Bejarano | 54kg | - | 7-5-5-4 | 14 |
| 10.75L | $21.00 |