Saratoga Race 4 - Race 4 - Allowance Optional Claiming
ELNAJD (6) Didn't maintain the pace when 5th last time around here and competing at a lower grade. Manuel Franco and Brad H Cox make an imposing pair. One of the top hopes. FAVORABLE SCENARIO (4) Attacked the line when 2nd last run around here and goes down in grade. Flavien Prat is an advantage. Winning hope. GOLDEN CHANNEL (7) Just missed last time at Monmouth Park but taking on stronger opponents. Has early speed and positions nicely. Looking sharp on the track this campaign. Capable of forward showing and can be competitive. CHIPS AND FISH (3) Weakened to finish 5th last run at Aqueduct and up against tougher opponents. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Producing consistent results this preparation. Worth consideration.

Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Was $10.00 and didn't attack the line when 5th last run at Aqueduct but has minimal work to do from the draw. Racing for a new trainer. Betting is the best guide.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 14/06/2026 | - | Claiming 105 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1811m | FM | Jr Ricardo Santana | 55kg | - | 4-4-5-3 | 1 |
| 7.3L | $0.00 |
| 5/12 | 15/05/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 100 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1609m | FM | Mychel J Sanchez | 56kg | - | 7-6-5-5 | 10 |
| 3.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/8 | 17/04/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 100 | $0.00 | Laurel Park | 1710m | FM | Mychel J Sanchez | 56kg | - | 2-2-2-1 | 6 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 10/10 | 28/03/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 100 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | FM | John R Velazquez | 55kg | - | 10-10-10 | 8 |
| 8.1L | $18.00 |
| 6/12 | 30/11/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 105 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1811m | FM | Tyler Gaffalione | 55kg | - | 4-3-2-2 | 2 |
| 7.2L | $5.00 |
| 3/7 | 30/10/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 101 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | SY | Edgar Morales | 56kg | - | 3-3-3-3 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $7.00 |
| 7/10 | 08/10/2025 | - | Allowance 106 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | GD | Luis Saez | 56kg | - | 4-4-7-6 | 4 |
| 4.9L | $21.00 |
| 1/11 | 04/09/2025 | - | Allowance 101 | $0.00 | Kentucky Downs | 1609m | FM | Flavien Prat | 55.5kg | - | 3-2-2-1 | 10 |
| 0.5L | $17.00 |
| 1/10 | 21/07/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 94 | $0.00 | Ellis Park | 1811m | SY | Tyler Gaffalione | 56kg | - | 5-4-3-1 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $3.00 |
| 2/8 | 28/06/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1811m | FAST | Luis Saez | 56.5kg | - | 2-3-4-3 | 3 |
| 5L | $4.33 |
| 2/12 | 25/04/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 97 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | YL | Luis Saez | 57kg | - | 4-5-5-4 | 3 |
| 4L | $4.75 |
| 4/10 | 23/03/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 97 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | FM | Tyler Gaffalione | 56.5kg | - | 8-8-7 | 10 |
| 3.6L | $13.00 |
| 3/10 | 24/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 95 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1674m | FT | Lanfranco Dettori | 55.5kg | - | 6-5-5-4 | 10 |
| 7L | $13.00 |
| 3/5 | 01/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | GD | Sahin Civaci | 55.5kg | - | 4-5-3-3 | 5 |
| 5L | $5.50 |
| 4/8 | 13/12/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Dylan Davis | 55kg | - | 3-2-2-2 | 6 |
| 3.8L | $11.00 |
| 4/7 | 10/11/2024 | - | MDN Claiming 81 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | SY | Tyler Gaffalione | 55kg | - | 6-2-2-2 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $3.40 |
| 10/11 | 18/05/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | FM | Jr Ricardo Santana | 53.5kg | - | 11-11-11-10 | 6 |
| 21.1L | $6.50 |
| 4/6 | 18/04/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | FT | Joel Rosario | 53.5kg | - | 6-6-5-4 | 5 |
| 5.5L | $15.00 |
| 3/6 | 25/02/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Manuel Franco | 55.5kg | - | 4-6-4-5 | 6 |
| 9L | $1.95 |
| 2/6 | 28/01/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | SY | Manuel Franco | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-1-2 | 6 |
| 8.3L | $5.50 |

Jockey: Ricardo Santana, Jr.
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
First up and caught the eye when 3rd beaten by more than 2 1/2L first up last preparation at Gulfstream Park. Competing at a lower level of competition. Price in this race is tempting to get involved.
Last Starts 307 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 06/09/2025 | - | Stakes 100 | $0.00 | Colonial Downs | 1811m | SOFT | Axel Concepcion | 53.5kg | - | 3-3-3-5 | 7 |
| 4.6L | $8.00 |
| 2/10 | 18/07/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 97 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1710m | FM | Jr Ricardo Santana | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2-1 | 10 |
| 2.3L | $26.00 |
| 6/6 | 07/06/2025 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1710m | HEAVY | Umberto Rispoli | 54.5kg | - | 6-6-6-6 | 10 |
| 28.35L | $10.00 |
| 1/11 | 13/04/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 98 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | FM | Irad Ortiz Jr | 54.5kg | - | 5-4-4-1 | 2 |
| 4.3L | $3.75 |
| 3/12 | 22/03/2025 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | FAST | Jorge Ruiz | 53.5kg | - | 7-7-5-5 | 9 |
| 2.55L | $13.00 |
| 8/10 | 04/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FM | Reylu Gutierrez | 53.5kg | - | 8-9-9-7 | 2 |
| 5.6L | $20.00 |

Jockey: Ruben Silvera
Weight: 55kgs
Stats
Comments
Was $12.00 and tailed off to finish 5th last run at Aqueduct and racing in stronger company. Should muster plenty of early speed. In fine form this preparation. Can measure up against these.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 19/06/2026 | - | Claiming 86 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Christopher Elliott | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-4-4 | 7 |
| 7.1L | $0.00 |
| 9/9 | 04/06/2026 | - | Stakes 96 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1710m | FM | Christopher Elliott | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-1-6 | 2 |
| 8.1L | $0.00 |
| 1/7 | 17/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 80 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Ruben Silvera | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-1-1 | 2 |
| 2L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 07/05/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 78 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Dalila A Rivera | 48.299999952316284kg | - | 2-3-3-3 | 3 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 27/03/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 72 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1408m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 3 |
| 4.3L | $1.80 |
| 2/6 | 15/03/2026 | - | MDN Claiming 76 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1308m | FT | Jaime Rodriguez | 55kg | - | 5-2-2 | 4 |
| 6.5L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Flavien Prat
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Was strong late when 2nd last run at this venue and will appreciate the drop in grade. Flavien Prat is a crucial engagement. Must respect.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 06/06/2026 | - | Allowance 99 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1609m | FM | Flavien Prat | 57kg | - | 7-7-6-4 | 5 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
| 8/11 | 16/01/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 99 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1674m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 55kg | - | 9-9-7-7 | 11 |
| 5.8L | $3.10 |
| 2/10 | 01/11/2025 | - | Allowance 101 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FM | Dylan Davis | 56kg | - | 4-3-3-2 | 1 |
| 1.3L | $3.80 |
| 4/11 | 04/10/2025 | - | Allowance 100 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | FM | Flavien Prat | 56kg | - | 7-7-8-4 | 11 |
| 1.9L | $5.50 |
| 1/7 | 08/08/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1609m | FAST | Irad Ortiz Jr | 56kg | - | 5-6-7-4 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $3.25 |
| 3/8 | 11/02/2023 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1207m | FT | Joel Rosario | 53.5kg | - | 4-4-4 | 3 |
| 4L | $4.20 |

Jockey: Manuel Franco
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Odds of $7.00 and lost momentum late when 5th last time at the track and has been racing in stronger company. Should jump out and bowl along. Promising career start. Will go close today.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | 06/06/2026 | - | Allowance 99 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1609m | FM | Irad Ortiz Jr | 57kg | - | 3-4-5-6 | 7 |
| 4.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/10 | 19/04/2026 | - | Allowance 100 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 53.5kg | - | 3-4-2 | 6 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/7 | 22/02/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 91 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1207m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 55kg | - | 4-2-2 | 6 |
| 1.3L | $2.35 |
| 1/7 | 27/12/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 83 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1207m | FT | Jr Marcelino Pedroza | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 1.5L | $8.00 |

Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 57kgs
Stats
Comments
Narrowly beaten last time at Monmouth Park but stepping up to a higher level. Should be going forward early. In top form since resuming from a spell. Commands respect.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 13/06/2026 | - | Allowance 102 | $0.00 | Monmouth Park | 1710m | FM | Samuel Marin | 55kg | - | 2-2-2-2 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 |
| 6/8 | 09/05/2026 | - | Allowance 97 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Junior Alvarado | 57kg | - | 5-4-4-5 | 7 |
| 3.9L | $0.00 |
| 2/10 | 28/03/2026 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 100 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FM | Joel Rosario | 55kg | - | 2-2-3-2 | 9 |
| 0.1L | $4.20 |
| 3/6 | 07/06/2025 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1710m | HEAVY | Manuel Franco | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-3-3 | 8 |
| 9.75L | $15.00 |
| 1/7 | 10/05/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 91 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FM | Edwin Gonzalez | 54kg | - | 1-1-1-1 | 3 |
| 0.5L | $2.00 |
| 2/12 | 22/03/2025 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | FAST | Joe Bravo | 53.5kg | - | 4-4-4-2 | 6 |
| 2.5L | $7.00 |
| 4/10 | 22/02/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | FM | Joe Bravo | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 3 |
| 1.8L | $10.00 |
| 5/11 | 18/01/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | FT | Dylan Davis | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-1-2 | 5 |
| 6.3L | $13.00 |