Ellis Park Race 9 - Race 9 - Mdn Optional Claiming
CROSSFIRE (7) Managed to run into 2nd beaten by 1L last time at Churchill Downs and honest performer putting a tidy record together. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Ticks plenty of boxes and looks like value . THAT'S FIRE (8) Flame Away 2yo on debut for trainer Peter Miller. Betting is the best guide. TIPOFF (5) Career debut 2yo by Drain The Clock for Steven M Asmussen. Watch early betting. TRIM CASTLE (12) Was overpowered late when 3rd beaten by 1 1/2L last run at Churchill Downs and showing consistent performance in races. Has the speed to overcome the wide gate. Must respect in this event.
Jockey: Jaime A. Torres
Weight: 54kgs
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Jumped at $8.00 and below par when 5th last time at Churchill Downs but having second career run. Has a positive alley. Suggest watching.
Last Starts 22 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 Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 54kg | - | 5-6-6 | 2 |
| 2.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Rafael Bejarano
Weight: 54kgs
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At $23.00 tailed off to finish 8th last time at Churchill Downs but was on debut last time. Hard to see this being competitive today.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 12/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Rafael Bejarano | 54kg | - | 5-6-6 | 6 |
| 24.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr.
Weight: 54kgs
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Initial race appearance 2yo by Drain The Clock for Steven M Asmussen. Market as guide.
Jockey: Ben Curtis
Weight: 54kgs
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Good performance to run into 2nd last time at Churchill Downs and good career start. Will be positive in the run early. Amongst the placegetters at every start this campaign. Definitely worth considering.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 54kg | - | 3-3-4 | 7 |
| 1L | $0.00 |
| 3/9 | 14/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Tyler Gaffalione | 54kg | - | 3-3-3 | 6 |
| 6.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 905m | FT | Tyler Gaffalione | 54kg | - | 2-2 | 1 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Assael Espinoza
Weight: 54kgs
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First start at the races 2yo by Flame Away for Peter Miller. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: Cristian A. Torres
Weight: 54kgs
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2yo first starter by Silver State for Ian R Wilkes. Respect the betting.
Jockey: Abel Cedillo
Weight: 54kgs
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2yo by Girvin having first race appearance for Robert Medina. Watch for a sign in the market.
Jockey: Gabriel Saez
Weight: 54kgs
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Started $9.50 and underwhelming when 7th last run at Churchill Downs but was a debutant last start. Might be ridden for luck. Tested here.
Last Starts 22 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Adam Beschizza | 54kg | - | 7-7-7 | 5 |
| 4L | $0.00 |