Evangeline Downs Race 1 - 4 1/2f Stakes
NOLA QUEEN (1) First start at the races 2yo by Imperial Hint for Sturges J Ducoing and gets a favourable gate. Timothy Thornton is a crucial engagement. Betting as a guide. SHADOW MOON (5) Racing as a debutant 2yo by Mo Donegal for trainer Sturges J Ducoing. Watch for a sign in the market. PASSION STRIKE (6) Jayde J Gelner 2yo by Strike Power having first start. Watch the market. EXCUSEMELADY'S (2) Initial appearance 2yo by Closing Argument for trainer Ronnie Averett and can find a nice position from the draw. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: Timothy Thornton
Weight: 54.5kgs
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Imperial Hint 2yo on debut for trainer Sturges J Ducoing and can save some energy from the barrier. Great to see jockey Timothy Thornton taking the ride. Respect the betting.
Jockey: Kelvin Arana
Weight: 52kgs
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2yo first starter sired by Closing Argument for Ronnie Averett and has a good draw. Watch betting.
Jockey: Julio Ramirez, Jr.
Weight: 54.5kgs
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Rattled home nicely into 2nd last run at this track and was on debut last time. Will be positive in the run early. Minor claims.
Last Starts 15 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 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 63 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | FT | Julio Ramirez Jr | 53.5kg | - | 3-2 | 5 |
| 2.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: C.j. Mcmahon
Weight: 54.5kgs
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Started $103.00 and tailed off to finish 10th last run at Churchill Downs but having second race start. Likely to get back in the run. Prefer others.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 29/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 905m | SY | Adam Beschizza | 54kg | - | 8-9 | 4 |
| 23.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Harry Hernandez
Weight: 54.5kgs
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2yo by Strike Power first starter for trainer Jayde J Gelner. Market as guide.
Jockey: Elio Barrera
Weight: 54.5kgs
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Started at $5.50 and didn't find the line when 4th last run at the track. Likely to be well placed early. Others make far more appeal.
Last Starts 15 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 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 63 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | FT | Devin H Magnon | 53kg | - | 1-4 | 3 |
| 13.5L | $0.00 |
| 7/7 | 26/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 905m | FT | Adam Beschizza | 54kg | - | 6-6 | 6 |
| 18L | $0.00 |