Louisiana Downs Race 3 - 5 1/2F Stakes
ONE SURE HIT (2) appeals as the leading chance after finishing 3rd at Evangeline Downs over 1006m last start, beaten 4.5L, and also placed 3rd at Delta Downs two runs back. MIDNIGHT COAL (6) has been racing consistently in similar company, with a 5th and 6th in recent starts before a midfield finish last time. HUSTLIN' MAN (1) was 6th at Fair Grounds over 1207m, beaten 11.8L, and drops slightly in trip. COLLECT NOW (3) was 5th at Delta Downs over 1408m last start but has yet to place in three runs. WHO SAID THAT (4) and COUNTRYSPIRITRISIN (5) debut without exposed form.
Jockey: Edward Santiago
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Last start finished 6th of 8 at Fair Grounds over 1207m on 22 Mar, beaten 11.8L with 53kg at $6.50 behind Mr. Brad's Cowboy. Drops 101m in trip and draws the inside barrier today. Three-year-old gelding by Aurelius Maximus still early in his career. Needs to improve but not without hope.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 22/03/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 59 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1207m | FT | Jose Riquelme | 53kg | - | 4-6-6 | 8 |
| 11.8L | $6.50 |
Jockey: Alexander Castillo
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Placed 3rd last start at Evangeline Downs over 1006m after racing on speed, beaten 4.5L behind Kiln Moonshine. Also finished 3rd two runs back at Delta Downs, showing similar racing style. Drops 2kg and draws a much better barrier this time. Can feature with the right run.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 23/04/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 54 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FT | Elio J Barrera | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 9 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 |
| 7/9 | 10/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | FT | Elio J Barrera | 55kg | - | 5-5-5 | 9 |
| 17.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 05/02/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 63 | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1006m | FT | Paulina Ramirez | 55kg | - | 2-2-2 | 5 |
| 3.5L | $3.80 |
Jockey: Carlos Lozada
Weight: 56kgs
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First-up after a 93-day break, last seen finishing 5th of 10 at Delta Downs over 1408m on 28 Jan, beaten 8.5L at $41 behind Ocean's Ruler. Previous two runs were well beaten in maiden company. Blinkers go on today. Needs to show improvement to feature.
Last Starts 95 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 28/01/2026 | - | 4yo+ | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1408m | FAST | Alexander Castillo | 56kg | - | 6-5-5 | 7 |
| 8.5L | $41.00 |
| 8/9 | 29/12/2025 | - | MDN Claiming 61 | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1308m | FT | Kelvin Arana | 49.700000047683716kg | - | 9-8-8 | 1 |
| 24.8L | $26.00 |
| 10/10 | 16/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 73 | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1308m | FT | Nicasio Gonzalez | 55.5kg | - | 10-10-10 | 2 |
| - | $26.00 |
Jockey: Rey Williams
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Three-year-old colt by Higher Power makes his debut for trainer Melton Wilson. Draws barrier 4 with Rey Williams to ride. Watch for any market support on debut.
Jockey: Jocelyn Edison
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Four-year-old gelding by Country Day out of Spirit Of A Cat. Makes his debut for trainer Judy Beavin with Jocelyn Edison to ride. Monitor for any market support on debut.
Jockey: Jonuelle Pena
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Last start faded to finish 11th of 12 after leading early at Evangeline Downs over 1006m on 9 Apr, beaten 9.2L with 55.5kg. Previous two runs at Delta Downs included a 6th and a 5th, both well beaten. Drops 2kg and draws a better barrier here. Needs to lift on recent efforts but can improve with the changes.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 09/04/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 59 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FT | Joel Dominguez | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-7 | 2 |
| 9.2L | $0.00 |
| 6/8 | 19/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 73 | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1308m | FT | Joel Dominguez | 55kg | - | 6-6-5 | 1 |
| 14.5L | $26.00 |
| 5/7 | 05/02/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 67 | $0.00 | Delta Downs | 1308m | FT | Kelvin Arana | 50.200000047683716kg | - | 2-2-4 | 7 |
| 8.8L | $4.00 |