Thistledown Race 7 - Race 7 - Allowance Optional Claiming
AUSTRIAN NAVY (4) Couldn't keep the momentum going throughout when 2nd last run at the track but challenged by more formidable competitors. Luis Antonio Gonzalez is a suitable booking. Rates well in this race. BELLE BOTTOMS (6) Led and controlled the pace to win by 2 3/4L last time at this venue and proven runner at this distance. Has shown early pace in races to date. Looks suited and must be respected. DANCE MY WAY (3) Resumes from a spell. Struggled with the pace when 4th last start at this venue and facing a stronger group of contenders. Should be swooping on the field late. Prominent showing expected and won't be far off them. UNCHAINED SPIRIT (2) Was fighting out the finish when winning last start around here and can find a nice position from the draw. Can't knock the form winning 2 in a row. Definite claims.

Jockey: Jason Simpson
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Really dug deep when winning last start here and drawn nicely. Keeping a perfect win record the last 2 attempts but racing in stronger company. Back to a shorter trip. Can go close.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 08/08/2026 | - | Allowance 80 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1609m | FT | Humberto Haldar | 48.299999952316284kg | - | 1-1-3-3 | 6 |
| 0.5L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 27/07/2026 | - | Allowance 73 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1609m | FT | Jason Simpson | 52.5kg | - | 2-2-2-1 | 8 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 |
| 5/6 | 06/07/2026 | - | Allowance 80 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1609m | MY | Jason Simpson | 52kg | - | 4-5-6-5 | 5 |
| 26.5L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 23/06/2026 | - | Allowance 66 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Jason Simpson | 52kg | - | 3-3-2 | 5 |
| 3.6L | $0.00 |
| 7/9 | 06/06/2026 | - | Allowance 63 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Jason Simpson | 52.5kg | - | 3-5-6 | 7 |
| 14.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/5 | 20/05/2026 | - | Allowance 67 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1609m | MY | Jason Simpson | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-1-2 | 3 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/6 | 02/05/2026 | - | Allowance 73 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1609m | WET FAST | Jason Simpson | 54kg | - | 1-1-3-3 | 4 |
| 8.3L | $0.00 |
| 3/8 | 20/04/2026 | - | Allowance 66 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1106m | FT | Jason Simpson | 53.5kg | - | 6-7-4 | 2 |
| 2.8L | $0.00 |
| 5/5 | 08/04/2026 | - | Allowance 80 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1609m | FT | Jason Simpson | 53.5kg | - | 1-1-1-3 | 4 |
| 8L | $0.00 |
| 4/6 | 23/03/2026 | - | Allowance 72 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1609m | MY | T D Houghton | 52.5kg | - | 3-5-5-5 | 2 |
| 6.3L | $17.00 |
| 5/6 | 06/03/2026 | - | Allowance 72 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | SY | T D Houghton | 52.5kg | - | 1-4-5 | 2 |
| 16.9L | $6.50 |
| 5/5 | 18/02/2026 | - | Allowance 69 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1609m | MY | Rocco Bowen | 54kg | - | 3-3-5-5 | 2 |
| 40L | $7.00 |
| 5/8 | 14/01/2026 | - | Allowance 66 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | MY | Elijah Greenidge | 49.700000047683716kg | - | 8-8-6 | 8 |
| 11L | $13.00 |
| 4/5 | 02/01/2026 | - | Allowance 55 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | GD | Elijah Greenidge | 49.700000047683716kg | - | 2-2-3 | 5 |
| 10L | $2.25 |
| 1/8 | 25/11/2025 | - | MDN Special Weight 57 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | SY | Yan Aviles | 55.5kg | - | 8-3-1 | 7 |
| 3.8L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Luis Raul Rivera
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a break. Started $6.50 and didn't threaten when 4th last start around here and up against stronger rivals. Has good closing speed. Will show up at the business end.
Last Starts 135 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/5 | 21/04/2026 | - | Claiming 84 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1106m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 2-2-3 | 5 |
| 3L | $0.00 |
| 6/10 | 08/03/2026 | - | Starter Allowance 85 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | GD | Cruz Walter De La | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 6 |
| 6.6L | $15.00 |
| 11/12 | 08/02/2026 | - | Claiming 90 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | David Cabrera | 53.5kg | - | 5-5-10 | 11 |
| 12.5L | $26.00 |
| 1/10 | 02/01/2026 | - | Claiming 77 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Cruz Walter De La | 54kg | - | 4-3-1 | 9 |
| 0.8L | $3.90 |
| 8/11 | 14/12/2025 | - | Claiming 83 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Santo Sanjur | 54.5kg | - | 3-1-4 | 8 |
| 10.8L | $26.00 |
| 5/5 | 14/10/2025 | - | Allowance 90 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 2-4-5 | 2 |
| 24.5L | $8.50 |
| 3/6 | 08/09/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FAST | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 3-1-2 | 4 |
| 5L | $7.00 |
| 7/7 | 25/08/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 84 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 3-4-7 | 4 |
| 19.3L | $11.00 |
| 4/4 | 04/08/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 1-1-4 | 1 |
| 9.8L | $4.60 |
| 3/6 | 01/07/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 83 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 54kg | - | 3-2-3 | 2 |
| 3L | $3.75 |
| 3/7 | 09/06/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | GOOD | Luis Raul Rivera | 55kg | - | 6-3-3 | 4 |
| 3.5L | $7.50 |
| 3/5 | 20/05/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Raul Rivera | 55kg | - | 2-1-2 | 2 |
| 2L | $5.00 |
| 1/8 | 11/04/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FAST | Cruz Walter De La | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 3 |
| 0.5L | $5.00 |
| 4/9 | 28/03/2025 | - | 4U | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FAST | Cruz Walter De La | 53.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 8 |
| 8.3L | $13.00 |
| 10/10 | 08/03/2025 | - | 4U | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FAST | Travis Wales | 54kg | - | 9-9-10 | 3 |
| 10.1L | $34.00 |
| 7/9 | 01/02/2025 | - | Allowance 98 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Alberto Pusac | 56kg | - | 8-4-6 | 5 |
| 8.9L | $34.00 |
| 7/12 | 18/01/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 98 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Nik Juarez | 53kg | - | 1-1-2 | 1 |
| 7.4L | $13.00 |
| 2/12 | 07/12/2024 | - | Allowance 93 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Nik Juarez | 52.5kg | - | 2-1-1 | 12 |
| 1.8L | $34.00 |
| 3/5 | 26/09/2024 | - | Allowance 88 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | GD | Joam S Toledo | 54kg | - | 2-2-3 | 5 |
| 6.3L | $8.00 |
| 4/7 | 05/09/2024 | - | Allowance 83 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Joam S Toledo | 55kg | - | 1-1-2 | 7 |
| 7.1L | $7.00 |

Jockey: Luis Antonio Gonzalez
Weight: 54kgs
Stats
Comments
Was quite a handful for the competition when 2nd last run here but taking on stronger rivals. Good to see Luis Antonio Gonzalez is jumping on. Should go well.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/5 | 05/08/2026 | - | Allowance 83 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Rocco Bowen | 55kg | - | 1-1-2 | 5 |
| 2L | $0.00 |
| 6/6 | 14/07/2026 | - | Allowance 86 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Jefferson Skerrett | 49.299999952316284kg | - | 1-1-5 | 4 |
| 13L | $0.00 |
| 1/4 | 30/06/2026 | - | Claiming 84 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 56kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |
| 1/5 | 02/06/2026 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FAST | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 54kg | - | 3-1-1 | 2 |
| 1.5L | $0.00 |
| 2/5 | 18/05/2026 | - | Claiming 83 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 55kg | - | 3-2-1 | 1 |
| 0.8L | $0.00 |
| 7/8 | 26/04/2026 | - | Ratings Handicap 96 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | MY | Alexander Castillo | 56.5kg | - | 3-5-6 | 1 |
| 10.8L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 20/03/2026 | - | Ratings Handicap 85 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Cruz Walter De La | 56kg | - | 2-2-1 | 2 |
| 2.3L | $13.00 |
| 7/9 | 21/02/2026 | - | Claiming 87 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Cruz Walter De La | 56kg | - | 4-6-6 | 1 |
| 7.9L | $11.00 |
| 9/12 | 08/02/2026 | - | Claiming 90 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Cruz Walter De La | 53.5kg | - | 11-11-8 | 8 |
| 7.8L | $23.00 |
| 1/4 | 02/10/2025 | - | Starter Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 2.5L | $3.50 |
| 2/5 | 10/09/2025 | - | Starter Optional Claiming 86 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 55kg | - | 2-2-1 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $2.80 |
| 2/7 | 20/08/2025 | - | Starter Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 55kg | - | 3-2-2 | 6 |
| 3.8L | $2.60 |
| 1/7 | 15/07/2025 | - | Starter Optional Claiming 81 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 56kg | - | 3-2-2 | 3 |
| 0.3L | $1.70 |
| 1/6 | 01/07/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 83 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 55kg | - | 4-3-1 | 5 |
| 1L | $2.70 |
| 4/7 | 09/06/2025 | - | 3U | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | GOOD | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 56kg | - | 1-1-2 | 3 |
| 3.6L | $2.38 |
| 1/5 | 20/05/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 54kg | - | 4-4-3 | 3 |
| 0.3L | $2.30 |
| 2/7 | 28/04/2025 | - | Allowance Optional Claiming 85 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Luis Antonio Gonzalez | 54kg | - | 2-1-1 | 3 |
| 0.8L | $3.25 |
| 7/9 | 28/03/2025 | - | 4U | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FAST | Rocco Bowen | 55.5kg | - | 7-9-6 | 6 |
| 9.9L | $8.50 |
| 5/9 | 15/03/2025 | - | Starter Allowance 90 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Ramon A Vazquez | 53.5kg | - | 2-3-2 | 5 |
| 2.8L | $6.00 |
| 5/10 | 03/01/2025 | - | Starter Allowance 99 | $0.00 | Oaklawn Park | 1207m | FT | Tyler W Bacon | 50.5kg | - | 2-3-3 | 8 |
| 7.5L | $8.50 |

Jockey: Alexander Chavez
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Made every post a winner to win by a margin of 2 3/4L last time at the track and will be well suited at the trip. Displays good tactical speed. Should feature prominently.
Last Starts 30 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 04/08/2026 | - | Allowance 87 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Alexander Chavez | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 2.8L | $0.00 |
| 2/8 | 13/07/2026 | - | Allowance 75 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Alexander Chavez | 54kg | - | 1-1-2 | 2 |
| 10L | $0.00 |
| 3/5 | 22/06/2026 | - | Allowance 74 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1106m | SY | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 55kg | - | 2-2-2 | 1 |
| 7.8L | $0.00 |
| 4/10 | 29/05/2026 | - | Stakes 83 | $0.00 | Belterra Park | 1207m | FT | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 56kg | - | 2-3-2 | 7 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 |
| 1/8 | 11/05/2026 | - | Allowance 75 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 54kg | - | 1-1-1 | 3 |
| 2.3L | $0.00 |
| 5/5 | 22/04/2026 | - | Allowance 80 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 54kg | - | 1-1-3 | 2 |
| 7.8L | $0.00 |
| 3/7 | 24/11/2025 | - | Stakes 74 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | FT | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 55.5kg | - | 1-1-1 | 5 |
| 7L | $3.10 |
| 2/10 | 29/10/2025 | - | Allowance 82 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1006m | FT | Fernando Salazar Becerra | 55kg | - | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 1.3L | $0.00 |
| 6/6 | 02/10/2025 | - | Starter Allowance 82 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Alexander Chavez | 53kg | - | 1-1-2 | 6 |
| 8.6L | $5.00 |
| 1/5 | 21/08/2025 | - | Claiming 79 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | GD | Luis A Rodriguez Castro | 54kg | - | 2-2-1 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $4.50 |
| 5/6 | 04/08/2025 | - | Allowance 75 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Alexander Chavez | 52kg | - | 6-5-5 | 2 |
| 19.5L | $2.90 |
| 3/5 | 14/07/2025 | - | Claiming 82 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Erik Barbaran | 53kg | - | 2-2-2 | 4 |
| 5L | $2.70 |
| 1/6 | 28/04/2025 | - | Allowance 74 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Erik Barbaran | 53kg | - | 1-1-1 | 1 |
| 2.8L | $2.25 |
| 3/9 | 20/03/2025 | - | Stakes 75 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | WET FAST | Erik Barbaran | 54.5kg | - | 2-1-2 | 8 |
| 4L | $2.90 |
| 2/6 | 05/03/2025 | - | 03 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1106m | HEAVY | Erik Barbaran | 55kg | - | 3-2-1 | 4 |
| 1L | $1.95 |
| 6/7 | 30/12/2024 | - | Stakes 81 | $0.00 | Parx At Philadelphia | 1408m | SY | Anthony Y Nunez | 55.5kg | - | 5-4-5 | 2 |
| 23.5L | $13.00 |
| 1/7 | 11/12/2024 | - | Allowance 66 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | MY | Erik Barbaran | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-1 | 6 |
| 9L | $3.90 |
| 1/6 | 13/11/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 53 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1207m | FT | Erik Barbaran | 55.5kg | - | 2-2-2 | 1 |
| 3.8L | $2.88 |
| 2/6 | 26/10/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 47 | $0.00 | Mahoning Valley | 1106m | FT | Erik Barbaran | 55.5kg | - | 1-2-1 | 1 |
| 0.5L | $2.90 |
| 3/6 | 09/10/2024 | - | MDN Special Weight 48 | $0.00 | Thistledown | 1207m | FT | Erik Barbaran | 53.5kg | - | 3-3-3 | 3 |
| 5.5L | $3.70 |