Ellis Park Race 1 - Race 1 - Claiming
BOURBON AND SPICE (1) Was outmatched at the end of the race when 2nd last start at Horseshoe Indianapolis and putting a tidy record together so far. Shows good early pace. Good chance and wouldn't be surprised to see it pick up a win. MCSNIPER (6) Weakened under pressure when 6th last start at Churchill Downs. Expecting improvement but down in distance. First race for a new trainer but competing at a higher class. Can get the job done. POPPY WOPPY (5) Went to the front and never looked back to win by a margin of 3L last start at Churchill Downs. Should come to hand quickly. Racing for a new trainer. Could win with the right run. BELLE OFTHE DANCE (2) Not up to scratch when 6th last run at Churchill Downs but gets a favourable draw. First start for a new trainer but coming back in trip. Can surprise and by no means out of it. Something for the Multiples: STEPHENS DREAM (4)
Jockey: Gabriel Saez
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $4.33 and below standard effort when 6th last run at Churchill Downs but can find a nice position from the draw. Change in trainer but facing stiffer opposition. Respect the betting.
Last Starts 40 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 | 31/05/2026 | - | Claiming 77 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 56kg | - | 6-7-6-6 | 6 |
| 11.5L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 28/04/2026 | - | Claiming 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 56kg | - | 5-5-3 | 7 |
| 4.3L | $0.00 |
| 7/8 | 15/03/2026 | - | Allowance 87 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1207m | FT | J G Torrealba | 57kg | - | 6-7-7 | 2 |
| 12.8L | $26.00 |
| 9/9 | 13/12/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 87 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Kendrick Carmouche | 54.5kg | - | 7-7-8-9 | 6 |
| 24.8L | $15.00 |
| 6/8 | 08/10/2025 | - | Allowance 92 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 53.5kg | - | 8-7-7 | 7 |
| 7L | $17.00 |
| 10/11 | 07/09/2025 | - | Allowance 88 | $0.00 | Kentucky Downs | 1408m | FM | Vincent Cheminaud | 53.5kg | - | 5-5-9 | 10 |
| 28.8L | $15.00 |
| 1/6 | 11/07/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 75 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1207m | FT | Vincent Cheminaud | 54kg | - | 3-4-3 | 5 |
| 0.8L | $7.50 |
| 7/7 | 17/06/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1207m | SY | Vincent Cheminaud | 55kg | - | 7-7-7 | 5 |
| 11.8L | $9.00 |
Jockey: Edgar Morales
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
At $16.00 underperformed when 5th last time at Horseshoe Indianapolis and up against tougher opponents. Has very good closing speed. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 36 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 | 04/06/2026 | - | Allowance 85 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1207m | FT | Joseph C Bealmear | 53.5kg | - | 5-6-5 | 3 |
| 10.8L | $0.00 |
| 1/12 | 30/04/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Joseph C Bealmear | 54kg | - | 2-2-1 | 5 |
| 4.3L | $0.00 |
| 7/12 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Joseph C Bealmear | 54kg | - | 5-6-8 | 6 |
| 8.6L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Ben Curtis
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Controlled the pace when winning by 3L last start at Churchill Downs. Has early speed and positions nicely. First appearance for a new trainer. Has a credible chance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 03/06/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 74 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FT | Edgar Morales | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 5 |
| 3L | $0.00 |
| 5/11 | 07/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | FT | Edgar Morales | 53.5kg | - | 1-2-3 | 1 |
| 8L | $0.00 |
| 5/6 | 15/04/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 80 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1207m | FT | Mario Gutierrez | 53.5kg | - | 3-3-4 | 3 |
| 7.8L | $0.00 |
| 8/9 | 21/11/2025 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | HEAVY | Mario Gutierrez | 54kg | - | 6-6-7 | 8 |
| 9.5L | $31.00 |
Jockey: Martin Garcia
Weight: 53.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $11.00 and didn't threaten when 6th last start at Churchill Downs. Expecting improvement but facing a stronger group of contenders. Has shown early pace in races to date. Strong claims in this.
Last Starts 48 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 23/05/2026 | - | Claiming 79 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | SY | Assael Espinoza | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-1-6 | 2 |
| 21.3L | $0.00 |
| 1/12 | 01/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Assael Espinoza | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-1 | 7 |
| 2.5L | $0.00 |
| 8/9 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 74 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Assael Espinoza | 54kg | - | 5-7-9 | 9 |
| 23L | $0.00 |
| 2/6 | 20/02/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 86 | $0.00 | Santa Anita | 1207m | FT | Ricardo Gonzalez | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-2 | 5 |
| 1.3L | $7.00 |
Jockey: Axel Concepcion
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
First up after a break. Claimed late when 3rd beaten by 3 3/4L last start at Oaklawn Park but testing ability against stronger contenders. Do not dismiss.
Last Starts 89 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 | 12/04/2026 | - | Starter Allowance 88 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Abel Cedillo | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-3 | 4 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |
| 8/8 | 20/03/2026 | - | Ratings Handicap 85 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-5 | 7 |
| 11.3L | $6.00 |
| 4/7 | 22/02/2026 | - | Starter Allowance 87 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-5 | 6 |
| 5L | $22.00 |
| 3/8 | 28/12/2025 | - | Claiming 84 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-3 | 4 |
| 8L | $41.00 |
| 1/9 | 21/11/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | HEAVY | Tyler Gaffalione | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 4.25L | $9.00 |
| 8/8 | 17/10/2025 | - | MDN Claiming 76 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 55kg | - | 1-1-8 | 3 |
| 12.6L | $34.00 |
| 8/9 | 07/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1006m | FM | Joseph D Ramos | 54.5kg | - | 4-5-8 | 8 |
| 13.5L | $23.00 |
| 3/5 | 16/07/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1006m | HEAVY | Joseph D Ramos | 54.5kg | - | 4-5-5 | 5 |
| 6.25L | $5.00 |
| 8/8 | 18/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Jr Ricardo Santana | 54.5kg | - | 2-7-8 | 7 |
| 23L | $26.00 |
| 3/7 | 24/09/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 60 | $0.00 | Horseshoe Indianapolis | 1106m | GD | Ramon A Vazquez | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 2L | $3.40 |
| 7/7 | 04/08/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 78 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Jose Lezcano | 54kg | - | 4-5-7 | 2 |
| 35L | $19.00 |