Keeneland Race 9 - Claiborne Breeders' Futurity Stakes
COACH POPE (1) Put a gap on the rest when winning by a margin of just short of 13L last run at Churchill Downs. Has run into the money all attempts this preparation. Must be considered. Q B ROCKET (2) Went to the front and never looked back when winning by a margin of 1 3/4L last time at Saratoga and fitter for debut run. Drawn nicely. Strong chance. TITLE WORTHY (4) Set the pace to win by a margin of 6L last start at Churchill Downs and rising in distance. Unbeaten this preparation with 2 wins from as many starts. This field suits. AMERICAN HISTORY (6) Was a comprehensive winner by close to 8L last run at Saratoga and was a debutant last start. Jockey John R Velazquez is currently in strong form for this stable. Might be a trifecta chance.
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Was very impressive when winning by just short of 13L last run at Churchill Downs and has minimal work to do from the draw. Up against a more competitive field. Gets a solid chance here.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 12/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 54kg | - | 3-3-1-1 | 2 |
| 12.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/8 | 08/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | FT | John R Velazquez | 56kg | - | 5-3-2 | 2 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Junior Alvarado
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Showed a clean pair of heels to win by 1 3/4L last time at Saratoga and having second race start. Will be positive in the run early. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 15/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 56kg | - | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Umberto Rispoli
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Ran 2nd last run at Del Mar and taking on a lower class of opponents. Been in the money 3 from 3 attempts this campaign. Highly unlikely to feature here.
Last Starts 27 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 | 06/09/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1408m | FIRM | Umberto Rispoli | 55.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 4.75L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 08/08/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1207m | FIRM | Umberto Rispoli | 54.5kg | - | - | 1 |
| 7.75L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 19/07/2026 | - | 02 | $0.00 | Del Mar | 1005m | FIRM | Umberto Rispoli | 55.5kg | - | - | 5 |
| 1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Gerardo Corrales
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Comments
Dictated the tempo to win by a margin of 6L last start at Churchill Downs and rising in trip. Flawless this campaign with 2 wins from as many starts. Should give this a shake.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 11/09/2026 | - | Allowance 84 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | SY | Gerardo Corrales | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 6L | $0.00 |
| 1/12 | 01/08/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 70 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1408m | SY | Gerardo Corrales | 54kg | - | 2-1-1 | 7 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Comments
Finished with purpose when winning last start at Kentucky Downs and was on debut last time. More confidence with jockey Irad Ortiz Jr guiding the horse. Others are more appealing.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 30/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Kentucky Downs | 1308m | FM | Axel Concepcion | 54kg | - | 10-8-8 | 6 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
Jockey: John R. Velazquez
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Made no mistakes when winning by a margin of almost 8L last run at Saratoga and having second career run. Racing against tougher rivals. Chances are slim.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 22/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | FT | John R Velazquez | 56kg | - | 5-4-1 | 6 |
| 7.8L | $0.00 |