Saratoga Race 9 - Race 9 - Mdn Special Weight
IZE A RUNNER (8) 3yo debutant by Gun Runner for trainer Chad C Brown. Dylan Davis is a key engagement. Watch for a sign in the market. CRITERIA (1) Came on strongly to finish 2nd when beaten by 3L last run at the track and has drawn to do little work. Displays good tactical speed. Underrated. MO THE MERRIER (5) Nice run when 3rd last start at Aqueduct. Won't be far away. STIRRING WORDS (6) First up after a 33 week break. Produced an eye catching run when 2nd last time at Churchill Downs but coming back in trip. Jaime Rodriguez is a crucial engagement. Don't overlook as is capable of a big run.
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Finished strongly when 2nd beaten by 3L last run at this venue and has a nice advantage with a good barrier. Should be going forward early. Stable is in form. Competitive type.
Last Starts 43 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 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | FT | Flavien Prat | 55kg | - | 7-7-3 | 6 |
| 3L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 12/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 95 | $0.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | FT | Flavien Prat | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-3 | 5 |
| 10.5L | $0.00 |
| 5/9 | 28/02/2026 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FAST | Flavien Prat | 55.5kg | - | 1-3-2-4 | 7 |
| 8.8L | $2.10 |
| 2/8 | 02/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | FT | Flavien Prat | 54kg | - | 3-4-3 | 2 |
| 1.5L | $7.50 |
Jockey: Junior Alvarado
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First up after a break of 47 weeks. Started $8.00 and kept chasing when 5th last start at this track and was on debut last time. Seems unlikely.
Last Starts 329 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 | 23/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 54kg | - | 6-5-5 | 7 |
| 10L | $6.50 |
Jockey: Jose Lezcano
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started at $16.00 and couldn't stay in touch when 7th last time at the track and back to a shorter trip. Should jump out and bowl along. Watch betting.
Last Starts 43 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 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1811m | FT | Manuel Franco | 54.5kg | - | 4-4-7-7 | 9 |
| 24.3L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 14/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 83 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Manuel Franco | 54.5kg | - | 2-2-2-2 | 3 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/10 | 28/02/2026 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1207m | FAST | Flavien Prat | 55.5kg | - | 5-4-3 | 4 |
| 3L | $8.00 |
| 6/9 | 22/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 84 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1308m | MY | Joel Rosario | 54kg | - | 3-4-5 | 9 |
| 8.6L | $5.50 |
| 3/6 | 26/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 82 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1308m | FT | Samuel Marin | 54kg | - | 3-3-2 | 4 |
| 3.4L | $4.80 |
| 2/7 | 04/10/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1207m | FT | Samuel Marin | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $11.00 |
| 7/8 | 23/08/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Joel Rosario | 54kg | - | 5-6-7 | 3 |
| 12.8L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Christopher Elliott
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
In the money when 3rd last start at Aqueduct. Serious contender.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Christopher Elliott | 54.5kg | - | 3-3-3-2 | 6 |
| 0.6L | $0.00 |
| 2/10 | 21/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Fair Grounds | 1207m | FT | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54.5kg | - | 8-8-6 | 9 |
| 1.8L | $6.00 |
Jockey: Jaime Rodriguez
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break of 33 weeks. Displayed good finishing speed when 2nd last time at Churchill Downs but down in trip. Jockey Jaime Rodriguez is an asset. Could feature here.
Last Starts 231 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 29/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 84 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | FT | Flavien Prat | 54kg | - | 4-4-4-4 | 3 |
| 4.3L | $5.50 |
| 8/12 | 12/09/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 54kg | - | 10-10-9 | 10 |
| 10.8L | $7.00 |
Jockey: Edgard J. Zayas
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Comments
Started at $23.00 and weakened under pressure when 5th last start at Aqueduct. This looks a tough assignment.
Last Starts 29 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 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1609m | FT | Edgard J Zayas | 54.5kg | - | 1-1-1-4 | 2 |
| 3.4L | $0.00 |
| 6/7 | 10/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1710m | FM | Dylan Davis | 54.5kg | - | 7-7-5-7 | 6 |
| 9.4L | $0.00 |
| 4/8 | 28/03/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1609m | FT | Edgard J Zayas | 55.5kg | - | 4-1-1-4 | 6 |
| 9L | $13.00 |
| 3/6 | 21/02/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 87 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1811m | FT | Junior Alvarado | 55.5kg | - | 4-3-4-3 | 5 |
| 8L | $6.00 |
| 7/10 | 25/01/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 1509m | GD | John R Velazquez | 55.5kg | - | 5-4-8 | 3 |
| 5L | $10.00 |
| 8/9 | 22/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 84 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1308m | MY | Jose Lezcano | 54kg | - | 9-9-8 | 5 |
| 11.9L | $17.00 |
Jockey: Dylan Davis
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
3yo first starter by Gun Runner for Chad C Brown. Jockey Dylan Davis is a plus. Keep your eye on the market.
Jockey: Ricardo Santana, Jr.
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Was amongst the placegetters when 3rd last time at Churchill Downs and having second race start. Can't leave out of your calculations.
Last Starts 48 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 31/05/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 89 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1308m | FT | Luis Saez | 53.5kg | - | 7-7-7 | 8 |
| 2.4L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Manuel Franco
Weight: 55.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Started $9.50 and made up ground when 4th last run at the track and fitter for debut run. Jockey Manuel Franco and trainer Brad H Cox link well together. Simply cannot have today.
Last Starts 43 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 05/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1308m | FT | Irad Ortiz Jr | 55kg | - | 9-8-7 | 7 |
| 4.8L | $0.00 |