Del Mar Race 5 - Race 5 - Allowance Optional Claiming
BLAME ASHLEY (10) Was very impressive when winning by over 7L last start at Santa Anita but challenged by a tougher grade. Has the ability to take this out. DARLING JULIA (1) Controlled the pace when winning by a margin of 2 3/4L last run at Los Alamitos and drawn the rails. Facing stiffer opposition. Suitably placed in this race. STORMY SUNSET (6) Was eating up the ground late to win last run at Los Alamitos Th but up against tougher rivals. Can go through the gears. Winning hope. DELUGE (2) Didn't find the line when 5th last time at Santa Anita but up against a less competitive field. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Should be competitive in this race at a bit of odds.
Jockey: Edgar Payeras
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Controlled the pace to win by a margin of 2 3/4L last run at Los Alamitos and will be aiming for a soft run from the draw. Goes well and could be a value opportunity.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 17/10/2026 | - | MDN 43 | $0.00 | Los Alamitos | 914m | FT | Edgar Payeras | 55kg | - | 1-1 | 1 |
| 2.8L | $0.00 |
| 4/8 | 04/10/2026 | - | MDN 43 | $0.00 | Los Alamitos | 914m | FT | Ricardo S Ramirez | 55kg | - | 1-2 | 5 |
| 5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Juan J. Hernandez
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $4.50 and lost ground in the run home when 5th last time at Santa Anita but taking on a lower class of opponents. Should be going forward early. Good potential.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 03/10/2026 | - | Stakes 88 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 1710m | FT | Juan J Hernandez | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1-5 | 6 |
| 19L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 28/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1005m | FIRM | Juan J Hernandez | 55.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 0.25L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Joel Rosario
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Fought on well to win a tight contest last time at Santa Anita and on an upward trajectory in recent races. Shows good early pace. Not in this.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 02/10/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 1609m | FM | Joel Rosario | 55kg | - | 1-1-2-2 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
| 5/10 | 05/09/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1609m | FIRM | Joel Rosario | 55.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 4L | $0.00 |
| 8/10 | 10/07/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1207m | FT | Abel Cedillo | 54kg | - | 4-8-8 | 9 |
| 15.1L | $0.00 |
| 4/9 | 21/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 69 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FT | Abel Cedillo | 54kg | - | 2-4-6 | 6 |
| 2.6L | $0.00 |
| 4/6 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 69 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Abel Cedillo | 54kg | - | 2-4-4 | 3 |
| 8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Kyle Frey
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a break. Started at $14.00 and well beaten when 7th last start at this venue but stepping down to a lower level. Leaving right out.
Last Starts 63 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 04/09/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1207m | FAST | Kyle Frey | 55.5kg | - | - | 4 |
| 12L | $0.00 |
| 4/6 | 02/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1106m | FIRM | Kyle Frey | 54.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 12.25L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 08/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 83 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 905m | FT | Kyle Frey | 54.5kg | - | 1-1 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Mike E. Smith
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
First up from a spell. Started $36.00 and below par when 8th last run at this track but going down in class. Should muster plenty of early speed. Not likely to pull off the victory.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 05/09/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1408m | FIRM | Julien R Leparoux | 54.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 15.1L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 02/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1106m | FIRM | Julien R Leparoux | 55.5kg | - | - | 2 |
| 3.25L | $0.00 |
| 5/11 | 06/07/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | FT | William Antongeorgi Iii | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 8 |
| 9.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Armando Aguilar
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Flew home to win last run at Los Alamitos Th but up against stronger rivals. Expected to be flashing home. Been in the placegetters each attempt this campaign. Great chance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 18/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Los Alamitos Th | 1106m | FT | Armando Aguilar | 55.5kg | - | 6-3-1 | 4 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/8 | 28/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1005m | FIRM | Antonio Fresu | 55.5kg | - | - | 6 |
| 0.25L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Emisael Jaramillo
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Led and controlled the pace when winning by a nose last run at Santa Anita but challenged by more formidable competitors. Should race on the speed. Can't entertain a bet.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 25/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 83 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 1207m | FM | Kazushi Kimura | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 6 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
| 10/10 | 22/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1106m | FAST | Kazushi Kimura | 55.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 13L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jamie P. Spencer
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished hard to win last time at Horseshoe Indianapolis and having second career run. Stable is in form but facing a stronger group of contenders. Chance and can measure up.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 12/10/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 62 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1006m | FM | Emmanuel Esquivel | 54.5kg | - | 3-2-2 | 6 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Armando Ayuso
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Racing fresh after a break. Secured a close victory last start at this venue but rising in class. Will be hitting the line strongly. Betting is the best guide.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 07/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1106m | FIRM | Julien R Leparoux | 55.5kg | - | - | 8 |
| 0.25L | $0.00 |
| 5/8 | 11/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FT | Julien R Leparoux | 54kg | - | 7-7-7 | 5 |
| 9.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Kazushi Kimura
Weight: 54.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was strong to the line when winning by more than 7L last start at Santa Anita but facing a stronger class. Flying this campaign with 2 wins from 2 starts. Good chance in this.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 17/10/2026 | - | Starter Optional Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 1207m | FT | Kazushi Kimura | 55.5kg | - | 2-1-1 | 4 |
| 7.3L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 28/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1207m | FIRM | Antonio Fresu | 55.5kg | - | - | 3 |
| 4.25L | $0.00 |