Churchill Downs Race 4 - Race 4 - Mdn Claiming
SUSAN'S BOY (5) returned from a break and was on dirt for the first time last start when fifth over this course and distance, beaten 14 lengths. Will be better for the experience and can get the job done. HELLACIOUS (4) finished 7 lengths away in sixth last time out over 1408m at this track three weeks ago. Tackles a longer journey this time. Has the blinkers removed. Rates highly and a bold showing is expected. STOIC SAGE (8) went forward last time but couldn't quicken in the run home and finished fifth over 1710m at this track (Dirt). Solid top-three chance on his best figures. KUCH (2) stepped out on his debut over 1710m at Horseshoe Indianapolis Turf (Turf) two-and-a-half weeks ago and finished seventh, beaten 13 lengths. Can improve sharply.
Jockey: Axel Concepcion
Weight: 53.5kgs
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First-starter by Quality Road out of Storm Rising. Prefer to see him at the races before recommending.
Jockey: Tyler Gaffalione
Weight: 53.5kgs
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At debut, 7th of 9 at Horseshoe Indianapolis Turf on June 2 over 1710m, 13 len behind Light Cav with 55.5kg at $13.20. Can do better. Strong chance in this line-up.
Last Starts 16 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 | 02/06/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $44,630.00 | Indiana Downs | 1710m | FM | D Cannon | 55.5kg | 1:42.64 | 1-4-7 | 2 |
| 13.3L | $13.20 |
Jockey: Brian Joseph Hernandez, Jr.
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Back after a long spell. Finished off last campaign ran second last of 10 at Keeneland on October 23 over 1710m, 46 len behind Nuanced carrying 54.5kg at $24.69. When resuming last campaign 6th of 11 at Ellis Park Turf on July 14 over 1609m, 6 len behind Kulapat carrying 53.5kg at $9.61. Looks tested without a run under the belt.
Last Starts 238 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 23/10/2025 | 101 | MDN CLM 3U | $83,714.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | Fast | D Cannon | 54.5kg | 1:43.54 | 9-10-9 | 10 |
| 46.8L | $24.69 |
| 6/11 | 14/07/2025 | - | MDN CLM 3U | $61,162.00 | Ellis Park | 1609m | FM | Jaime A Torres | 53.5kg | 1:36.05 | 1-7-6 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $9.61 |
Jockey: Gabriel Saez
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Last start 6th of 12 at this track on May 29 over 1408m, 7 len behind Royal Sapphire carrying 56kg at $8.32. Before that 6th of 10 at this track on April 30 over 1207m, 10 len behind Five Wishes with 56.5kg at $29.36. Deserves another chance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 29/05/2026 | 29 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,609.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | Fast | Francisco Arrieta | 56kg | 1:23.97 | 1-4-6 | 7 |
| 7.6L | $8.32 |
| 6/10 | 30/04/2026 | 41 | MDN CLM 3U | $93,575.00 | Churchill Downs | 1207m | Fast | Antongeorgi Iii William | 56.5kg | 1:10.13 | 7-9-6 | 1 |
| 10.3L | $29.36 |
| 3/7 | 20/03/2026 | 62 | MDN CLM 3U | $52,247.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Antongeorgi Iii William | 56.5kg | 1:11.70 | 2-3-3 | 4 |
| 3.0L | $7.06 |
| 3/12 | 17/01/2026 | 31 | MDN CLM 4U | $55,605.00 | Turfway Park | 1308m | Fast | Walter A Rodriguez | 55.5kg | 1:20.32 | 9-4-3 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $5.07 |
| 5/9 | 17/12/2025 | 34 | MDN CLM 3U | $60,643.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Walter A Rodriguez | 55.5kg | 1:10.48 | 7-7-5 | 3 |
| 6.0L | $3.45 |
| 2/10 | 13/11/2025 | 54 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,389.00 | Belmont At The Big A | 1207m | FM | Manuel Franco | 55.5kg | 1:10.89 | 4-2-2 | 1 |
| 4.0L | $3.02 |
Jockey: Dylan Machado
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Second-up. First-up after three months ran second last in a small field at this track on May 23 over 1609m, 14 len behind National Charter with 56.5kg at $19.63. Previously second-up made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 10 at Turfway Park on January 21 over 1609m, 0.5 len behind Sound Cause carrying 55.5kg at $20.84. Among the leading chances.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 23/05/2026 | 94 | MDN 3U | $167,598.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | Good | Luan Machado | 56.5kg | 1:35.76 | 3-5-5 | 5 |
| 14.8L | $19.63 |
| 7/8 | 18/02/2026 | 28 | MDN 3U | $142,653.00 | Turfway Park | 1609m | Fast | Fernando De La Cruz | 57kg | 1:40.12 | 4-6-7 | 5 |
| 7.5L | $6.71 |
| 2/10 | 21/01/2026 | 34 | MDN 4U | $149,477.00 | Turfway Park | 1609m | Fast | Fernando De La Cruz | 55.5kg | 1:41.56 | 4-4-2 | 6 |
| 0.5L | $20.84 |
| 5/11 | 18/12/2025 | 275 | MDN 3U | $153,139.00 | Turfway Park | 1710m | Fast | Fernando De La Cruz | 55kg | 1:43.89 | 2-6-5 | 2 |
| 11.0L | $14.23 |
| 4/9 | 18/03/2025 | 86 | MDN 3 | $82,409.00 | Fairgrounds | 1609m | FM | Jose Ortiz | 55.5kg | 1:41.29 | 2-4-4 | 3 |
| 5.6L | $5.30 |
| 9/12 | 22/12/2024 | - | MDN 2 | $89,368.00 | Fairgrounds | 1710m | FM | Jose Ortiz | 54.5kg | 1:45.97 | 8-7-9 | 12 |
| 12.8L | $3.70 |
Jockey: Joseph C. Bealmear
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Last start 7th of 12 at this track on May 29 over 1408m, 10 len behind Royal Sapphire carrying 56kg at $54.71. Before that ran second last of 10 at Churchill Downs Turf on April 29 over 1710m, 15 len behind Abbi Fede with 57kg at $68.62. Prepared to risk today.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/12 | 29/05/2026 | 30 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,609.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | Fast | Joseph C Bealmear | 56kg | 1:23.97 | 12-9-7 | 8 |
| 10.9L | $54.71 |
| 9/10 | 29/04/2026 | 35 | MDN CLM 3U | $97,525.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | FM | Andres Calleja | 57kg | 1:42.58 | 8-10-9 | 7 |
| 15.6L | $68.62 |
| 6/12 | 25/03/2026 | 12 | MDN 3U | $140,449.00 | Turfway Park | 1308m | Fast | Andres Calleja | 56.5kg | 1:16.35 | 1-7-6 | 12 |
| 8.9L | $76.69 |
| 6/8 | 13/03/2026 | 271 | MDN 3U | $140,449.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Andres Calleja | 56.5kg | 1:10.98 | 3-5-6 | 2 |
| 12.8L | $38.36 |
| 8/12 | 15/06/2025 | 38 | MDN 3U | $186,625.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | FM | Andres Calleja | 56.5kg | 1:36.18 | 7-9-8 | 11 |
| 14.5L | $78.66 |
| 6/10 | 08/05/2025 | 315 | MDN 3U | $187,500.00 | Churchill Downs | 1006m | FM | Andres Calleja | 56kg | 0:55.93 | 5-10-6 | 8 |
| 8.0L | $79.50 |
Jockey: Victor R. Carrasco
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Most recently ran second last of 11 at Churchill Downs Turf on May 28 over 1609m, 11 len behind Intuitive Wisdom with 53.5kg at $59.33. The start before that ran second last of 10 at this track on May 10 over 1408m, 18 len behind Rock Music carrying 53.5kg at $43.23. Has been racing well. Top prospects.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 28/05/2026 | 18 | MDN CLM 3U | $93,575.00 | Churchill Downs | 1609m | FM | Dylan Silva Machado | 53.5kg | 1:35.12 | 9-10-10 | 10 |
| 11.4L | $59.33 |
| 9/10 | 10/05/2026 | 17 | MDN CLM 3U | $100,559.00 | Churchill Downs | 1408m | Fast | Luan Machado | 53.5kg | 1:23.12 | 6-9-9 | 8 |
| 18.5L | $43.23 |
| 3/5 | 23/04/2026 | 63 | MDN 3 | $123,726.00 | Keeneland | 1408m | Fast | Luan Machado | 54.5kg | 1:26.17 | 1-4-3 | 3 |
| 6.5L | $21.18 |
| 11/11 | 19/02/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $68,474.00 | Turfway Park | 1207m | Fast | Dylan Silva Machado | 54.5kg | 1:13.01 | 8-11-11 | 7 |
| 35.5L | $11.14 |
Jockey: Edgar Morales
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Last start sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at this track on May 24 over 1710m, 5 len behind Circuit Breaker carrying 53.5kg at $51.09. The run before that ran second last of 12 at Keeneland on April 12 over 1710m, 30 len behind Flash Of Chaos carrying 53.5kg at $12.60. Ideally placed to play a significant role.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 24/05/2026 | 42 | MDN CLM 3U | $79,609.00 | Churchill Downs | 1710m | SP | Francisco Arrieta | 53.5kg | 1:48.77 | 3-3-5 | 6 |
| 5.2L | $51.09 |
| 11/12 | 12/04/2026 | 53 | MDN CLM 3U | $77,147.00 | Keeneland | 1710m | Fast | Irving Moncada | 53.5kg | 1:46.72 | 9-11-11 | 5 |
| 30.2L | $12.60 |
| 2/10 | 18/02/2026 | - | MDN CLM 3 | $43,937.00 | Turfway Park | 1609m | Fast | A Murgia | 54.5kg | 1:41.98 | 3-2-2 | 1 |
| 2.8L | $6.61 |