Saratoga Race 2 - Race 2 - Mdn Special Weight
IRISH GOODBYE (4) Was strong late when 2nd beaten by 1 1/2L last run around here and good career start. Jockey Manuel Franco and trainer Brad H Cox are an appealing combination. Serious player. TERM PREMIUM (2) Attacked the line when 2nd last run at Aqueduct and fitter for debut run. More confidence with jockey Flavien Prat guiding the horse and has a positive barrier. Should go close. TUNING IN (7) Debutant 3yo by Upstart for H James James Bond. Follow the money. BAKUTO (1) First up and did well to finish 2nd beaten by 1 1/2L first up last preparation at Aqueduct. Has plenty of early speed. Jaime Rodriguez is highly regarded. Will be around the mark at odds.
Jockey: Jaime Rodriguez
Weight: 55kgs
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First up and displayed good finishing speed when 2nd first up last preparation at Aqueduct. Will be positive in the run early. Jockey Jaime Rodriguez is in form. One that represents value at a decent price.
Last Starts 89 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 18/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1408m | FT | Jr Ricardo Santana | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-5 | 1 |
| 21.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 29/03/2026 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1207m | FAST | Jr Ricardo Santana | 55.5kg | - | 3-2-2 | 6 |
| 1.5L | $2.70 |
Jockey: Flavien Prat
Weight: 55kgs
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Finished well when 2nd last run at Aqueduct and having second race start. Great to see jockey Flavien Prat taking the ride and has a good draw. Will go close.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 11/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Flavien Prat | 54.5kg | - | 6-6-6-3 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Ricardo Santana, Jr.
Weight: 55kgs
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At $4.33 couldn't stay in touch when 5th last start at Aqueduct but was on debut last time. Stepping up in distance. Won't find this easy.
Last Starts 19 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 | 27/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1207m | FM | Jose Lezcano | 55kg | - | 4-3-3 | 6 |
| 7.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Manuel Franco
Weight: 55kgs
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Put in a competitive run when placing 2nd beaten by 1 1/2L last run around here and putting a tidy record together. Should go close.
Last Starts 39 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/13 | 07/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 83 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | GD | Manuel Franco | 55kg | - | 12-8-7 | 11 |
| 1.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/9 | 18/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1408m | FT | Manuel Franco | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-1 | 8 |
| 3L | $0.00 |
| 2/9 | 14/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1408m | FT | Sahin Civaci | 55.5kg | - | 7-3-2 | 9 |
| 1.5L | $4.00 |
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 55kgs
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First up after a break. Odds of $23.00 and hit the line well when 4th last time at Gulfstream Park and having second career run. Prefer others.
Last Starts 118 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 20/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1710m | SY | Nik Juarez | 54.5kg | - | 8-8-7-6 | 5 |
| 12.8L | $21.00 |
Jockey: Edgard J. Zayas
Weight: 55kgs
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Racing as a debutant 3yo by Upstart for trainer H James James Bond. Watch betting.