Ellis Park Race 6 - Race 6 - Mdn Optional Claiming
SHARPLY (15) 2yo by Sharp Azteca on debut for trainer Genaro Garcia. Summer Pauly rates highly steering. Watch betting. BELLADORE (3) Steven M Asmussen 2yo by Hog Creek Hustle having first race start. Watch betting. A SIP OF VINO (13) Career debut 2yo by Vino Rosso for trainer Genaro Garcia. Jockey Amir Mendoza is a bonus. Watch the market moves. PUZZLED (4) 2yo by Drain The Clock having initial appearance for William Bret Calhoun. Watch the betting. Something for the Multiples: SWEET VENTURE (5) ELEWENE (6)

Jockey: Brittany Troxtell
Weight: 49.5kgs
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2yo first starter by Instagrand for Gary F House and has a positive gate. The large claim from Brittany Troxtell helps. Watch the market.

Jockey: Erik Asmussen
Weight: 54kgs
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2yo debutant by Hog Creek Hustle for trainer Steven M Asmussen. Market as guide.

Jockey: Gabriel Saez
Weight: 54kgs
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First race appearance 2yo by Drain The Clock for William Bret Calhoun. Watch for a sign in the market.

Jockey: Francisco Arrieta
Weight: 54kgs
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Kept coming when 2nd beaten by 1L last run at the track and was a debutant last start. Jockey Francisco Arrieta and trainer Eddie Kenneally deserve serious attention. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 43 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 10/07/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1207m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 54kg | - | 7-5-3 | 3 |
| 1L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Martin Garcia
Weight: 54kgs
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Narrowly denied victory last run at the track and fitter for debut run. Has shown early pace in races to date. Place hope.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 25/07/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | FT | Martin Garcia | 54kg | - | 3-3-2 | 4 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Axel Concepcion
Weight: 54kgs
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At $6.50 felt the pinch when 4th last start at this venue. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Respect the betting.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 19/07/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | YL | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | - | 3-3-1 | 8 |
| 3.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/12 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FT | Francisco Arrieta | 54kg | - | 3-1-2 | 10 |
| 7.3L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Luan Machado
Weight: 54kgs
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Christopher Davis 2yo by Olympiad having first race appearance. Market as guide.

Jockey: Assael Espinoza
Weight: 54kgs
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Debutant 2yo by Drain The Clock for Donnie K Von Hemel. Watch the market moves.

Jockey: Adam Beschizza
Weight: 54kgs
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Started $28.00 and folded up in the straight when 10th last time at the track but was on debut last time. Will be pushing for a forward position early. This is a tough race.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 24/07/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 76 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | FM | Adam Beschizza | 54kg | - | 2-4-9 | 6 |
| 11.4L | $0.00 |

Jockey: Jaime A. Torres
Weight: 54kgs
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Bolt D'oro 2yo on debut for Riley Mott. Betting as a guide.