Saratoga Race 6 - Saratoga Special S. Stakes
BOOKED (4) Controlled the speed when winning by a margin of 6L last start at this venue and showing consistent performance in races. On a winning streak the last 2 runs. Must be considered. FLIGHT COMMAND (6) Was much too speedy in front to win by a margin of 10L last start at Aqueduct and fitter for debut run. Has plenty of early speed. Well placed and has solid claims. TWINKLE TOWN (3) Dictated terms in front when winning by a margin of just over 6L last start at Churchill Downs and fitter for debut run. Will be positive in the run early. Solid place bet prospects. HOW'S AL TODAY (1) Charged home to win last start at Churchill Downs and having second career run. Can go through the gears. Has drawn the rails. One of the hopes.
Jockey: Luis Saez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Stormed home to win last start at Churchill Downs and was a debutant last start. Displays good closing speed. Will appreciate a good gate. Respect the betting.
Last Starts 58 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 04/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 88 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1106m | FT | Luis Saez | 54kg | - | 5-5-2 | 1 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Edgard J. Zayas
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Started at $7.50 and kept chasing when 4th last time at this venue and has a positive barrier. Rising in grade. Others make far more appeal.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 04/07/2026 | - | Stakes 88 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Tyler Gaffalione | 55.5kg | - | 6-6-6 | 6 |
| 17.8L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 06/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 79 | $0.00 | Gulfstream Park | 905m | FT | Jesus M Rios | 54.5kg | - | 1-1 | 2 |
| 7.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jose L. Ortiz
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Dictated the tempo to win by a margin of over 6L last start at Churchill Downs and having second race start. Has good tactical speed and will be nicely positioned. Could 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 27/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 86 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | SY | Florent Geroux | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 6.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Ricardo Santana, Jr.
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Set the pace to win by 6L last start at this venue and good career start. Can't knock the form winning 2 in succession but up against tougher competition. Should progress and will be close.
Last Starts 28 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 04/07/2026 | - | Stakes 88 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1207m | FT | Jr Ricardo Santana | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 6L | $0.00 |
| 1/9 | 07/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 80 | $0.00 | Saratoga | 1106m | FT | Jr Ricardo Santana | 56kg | - | 2-2-1 | 8 |
| 1.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/6 | 28/04/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 85 | $0.00 | Churchill Downs | 905m | FT | Jose L Ortiz | 54kg | - | 6-3 | 1 |
| 5.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Irad Ortiz, Jr.
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Was $12.00 and below expectations when 5th last run at Woodbine and facing a stronger group of contenders. Irad Ortiz Jr is a bonus. Not interested.
Last Starts 20 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 | 12/07/2026 | - | Stakes 85 | $0.00 | Woodbine | 1106m | FT | Carlos Barbosa | 55.5kg | - | 5-6-5 | 3 |
| 7.1L | $11.00 |
| 1/7 | 08/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 70 | $0.00 | Presque Isle Downs | 905m | FT | Carlos Barbosa | 54.5kg | - | 3-2 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Flavien Prat
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Took charge of the race to win by 10L last start at Aqueduct and was on debut last time. Expecting to settle positively. Jockey Flavien Prat adds value. Chance and can measure up.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 25/06/2026 | - | MDN Special Weight 81 | $0.00 | Aqueduct | 1106m | FT | Manuel Franco | 56kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 10L | $0.00 |