Louisiana Downs Race 7 - 7 1/2f Stakes
QUEEN'S GUITAR (8) Jonas Gibson 2yo by Star Guitar having first race start. H Javier Hernandez is a bonus. Watch the betting. AMERICAN CANDY (4) 2yo by Vekoma having first start for trainer Steven M Asmussen. Betting as a guide. LADY CALYPSO (1) 2yo first starter by Maximum Security for Iii George Leonard, and has minimal work to do from the draw. More confidence with Elio J Barrera guiding the horse. Watch the market. ALOHA TRACY (5) Finished well when 2nd last time at Remington Park but up in class. Rey Williams and Robertino Diodoro deserve serious consideration as a team. Finishes off strongly. Exotics and place chance.
Jockey: Elio Barrera
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Iii George Leonard, 2yo by Maximum Security having first start and can save some energy from the draw. Elio J Barrera rates highly steering. Follow the money.
Jockey: Isaac Castillo
Weight: 54kgs
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Jumped at $7.00 and ran 5th last run at Evangeline Downs but having second career run. Has a positive draw. Rising in distance. Facing a stronger grade. May find these too slick.
Last Starts 37 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 | 08/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 64 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | FT | H Javier Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 5-6 | 10 |
| 8.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Carlos Lozada
Weight: 54kgs
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Started at $14.00 and edged past some when finishing 5th last time at Evangeline Downs but facing stiffer opposition. Likely to get back. Others are better.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 04/09/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 59 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1207m | FT | Cj J Mcmahon | 54.5kg | - | 9-6-6 | 2 |
| 10.8L | $0.00 |
| 4/10 | 08/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 64 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | FT | Jansen Melancon | 54.5kg | - | 7-4 | 4 |
| 6.8L | $0.00 |
| 5/8 | 17/07/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 61 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FT | H Javier Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 6-5-5 | 5 |
| 8.4L | $0.00 |
| 8/9 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 63 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | GD | Alexander Castillo | 54.5kg | - | 9-9 | 9 |
| 12.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Alexander Castillo
Weight: 55.5kgs
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2yo debutant by Vekoma for trainer Steven M Asmussen. Watch the market moves.
Jockey: Rey Williams
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Showed a good turn of foot when 2nd beaten by almost 7L last time at Remington Park but competing in a more challenging grade. Can't leave out of your calculations.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 27/08/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 50 | $0.00 | Remington Park | 1408m | FT | Ramon A Vazquez | 53.5kg | - | 4-3-2 | 3 |
| 6.8L | $0.00 |
| 9/12 | 25/07/2026 | - | MDN Optional Claiming 68 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1106m | FT | Gabriel Saez | 54kg | - | 11-12-10 | 1 |
| 21.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Juan Vargas
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Allen Milligan 2yo by Karakontie having first race appearance. Respect the betting.
Jockey: Lane Luzzi
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Was in the hunt for a long way when 3rd last run at Prairie Meadows and facing a rise in trip. Honest performer putting a tidy record together. Watch for a sign in the market.
Last Starts 36 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 09/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 59 | $0.00 | Prairie Meadows | 1106m | FT | Jr Alfredo Triana | 55kg | - | 2-2-2 | 6 |
| 4.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 24/07/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 59 | $0.00 | Prairie Meadows | 1106m | FT | Jr Alfredo Triana | 54.5kg | - | 4-4-4 | 4 |
| 7L | $0.00 |
| 2/6 | 12/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 63 | $0.00 | Lone Star Park | 1006m | FT | Iram Vargas Diego | 54kg | - | 4-4-3 | 2 |
| 2.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Harry Hernandez
Weight: 54kgs
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First start at the races 2yo by Star Guitar for Jonas Gibson. H Javier Hernandez is a crucial engagement. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: Edward Santiago
Weight: 54kgs
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Was $11.00 and unsatisfactory performance when 6th last start at Evangeline Downs but was a debutant last start. Stepping up in trip. Racing against tougher rivals. A difficult test here.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 21/08/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 64 | $0.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FT | H Javier Hernandez | 54.5kg | - | 7-7-7 | 7 |
| 22.8L | $0.00 |