Delta Downs Race 8 - Louisiana Jewel S. Stakes
CAJUN CAVIAR (5) is a talented galloper who is unbeaten from two runs, the latest success coming over 1106m in Listed grade at Louisiana Downs (Dirt). Had plenty in hand last time and looks the testing material again. BAR CAR (10) comes here off a last-start third, beaten 3.5 lengths, over 1106m at Louisiana Downs. Ready to run well. COPPER KEY (6) finished 7 lengths from the winner in fifth last time out over 1106m in Listed grade at Louisiana Downs (Dirt) on September 19. Should be poised just off the lead. One to consider. PASSION STRIKE (9) resumes after a break of three months. Did win at her only other first-up run when on debut, scoring over 905m at Evangeline Downs. Sure to make her presence felt.

Jockey: Chris Rosier
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Racing well recently. Most recently favourite; won by 1.75 len at this track on October 9 over 1006m defeating Golden Mist with 54.5kg at $2.20. The run before that 2nd of 7 at Evangeline Downs on August 21 over 1006m, 2.25 len behind Cajun Caviar with 55kg at $2.70. Last-start winner worth including
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 09/10/2026 | 49 | MDN F 2 | $61,782.00 | Delta Downs | 1006m | Fast | Chris R Rosier | 54.5kg | 1:01.05 | 1-1-1 | 8 |
| 1.8L | $2.20 |
| 2/7 | 21/08/2026 | 13 | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Chris R Rosier | 55kg | 0:58.64 | 1-2-2 | 2 |
| 2.3L | $2.70 |
| 2/10 | 08/08/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Fast | Chris R Rosier | 55kg | 0:53.90 | 1-3-2 | 1 |
| 0.5L | $6.20 |

Jockey: Harry Hernandez
Weight: 53.5kgs
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She is resuming after a ten weeks break. Finished off last campaign winning by 1.75 len Evangeline Downs August 21 over 1006m defeating Star Heiress carrying 54.5kg at $6.50. On debut fourth of 7 at Evangeline Downs Turf July 30 over 1006m, 8 len behind Bayou Baddie carrying 53.5kg at $7.10. Other runners rate better.
Last Starts 70 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 | 21/08/2026 | 22 | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | C J McMahon | 54.5kg | 1:00.64 | 1-1-1 | 5 |
| 1.8L | $6.50 |
| 4/7 | 30/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $46,444.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | C J McMahon | 53.5kg | 0:58.03 | 5-4-4 | 1 |
| 8.3L | $7.10 |

Jockey: Elio Barrera
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Resumes from a spell. Finished off last preparation fourth of 9 at Evangeline Downs in the LR July 31 over 1106m, 6 len behind Nola Queen with 54.5kg at $12.60. On debut fourth of 9 at Evangeline Downs June 20 over 905m, 2.25 len behind Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $26.50. Will need this run.
Last Starts 91 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 31/07/2026 | 28 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | Juan P Vargas | 54.5kg | 1:06.43 | 7-5-4 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $12.60 |
| 1/6 | 03/07/2026 | 13 | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Juan P Vargas | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 4-2-1 | 2 |
| 4.8L | $1.50 |
| 4/9 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $55,788.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Good | Juan P Vargas | 54.5kg | 0:52.73 | 2-3-4 | 3 |
| 2.3L | $26.50 |

Jockey: Jansen Melancon
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Comes here off a 41-day let-up. Most recently 6th of 10 in stakes class at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m, 8 len behind Cajun Caviar with 54.5kg at $54.40. The start before that ran second last of 9 at Listed level at Evangeline Downs at Evangeline Downs on July 31 over 1106m, 10 len behind Nola Queen with 54.5kg at $22.10. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 19/09/2026 | 50 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Rey Williams | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 6-6-6 | 3 |
| 8.5L | $54.40 |
| 8/9 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | J Melancon | 54.5kg | 1:06.43 | 6-8-8 | 2 |
| 10.4L | $22.10 |
| 1/7 | 17/07/2026 | 27 | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | J Melancon | 54.5kg | 1:00.82 | 6-2-1 | 5 |
| 3.5L | $5.50 |
| 6/9 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $55,788.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Good | J Melancon | 54.5kg | 0:52.73 | 5-8-6 | 2 |
| 9.3L | $12.00 |

Jockey: Casey Fusilier
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Looking to keep her unbeaten record intact. When well in the market on debut, won by 2.25 len at Evangeline Downs on August 21 over 1006m defeating Wicked No Mo carrying 54.5kg at $4.20. Last start won by 2.75 len at Listed level at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m defeating Nola Queen with 54.5kg at $2. Impressive of late. Right in the mix again.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 19/09/2026 | 29 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | C Fusilier | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 7-1-1 | 2 |
| 2.8L | $2.00 |
| 1/7 | 21/08/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | C Fusilier | 54.5kg | 0:58.64 | 2-1-1 | 3 |
| 2.3L | $4.20 |

Jockey: Timothy Thornton
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Comes off a 41 day let-up. Most recently 5th of 10 in stakes class at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m, 7 len behind Cajun Caviar carrying 54.5kg at $7.60. The race before that held ground to the line 2nd of 9 at Listed level at Evangeline Downs at Evangeline Downs on July 31 over 1106m, 1.0 len behind Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $5.40. Can atone.
Last Starts 41 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 | 19/09/2026 | 50 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Lane J Luzzi | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 1-5-5 | 6 |
| 7.8L | $7.60 |
| 2/9 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | 1:06.43 | 3-1-2 | 3 |
| 1.0L | $5.40 |
| 1/8 | 17/07/2026 | 27 | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | 0:59.47 | 3-1-1 | 1 |
| 6.0L | $2.50 |
| 5/9 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $55,788.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Good | Harry Hernandez | 54.5kg | 0:52.73 | 7-5-5 | 6 |
| 4.3L | $5.70 |

Jockey: Colby Hernandez
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Recent form sound. Returns from a 41-day let-up. At the latest run 4th of 10 in Listed grade at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m, 6 len behind Cajun Caviar carrying 54.5kg at $18.70. Before that won by 0.5 len at Evangeline Downs Turf on August 20 over 1006m defeating Bar Car with 53kg at $2. Beaten comfortably last time out but this suits.
Last Starts 41 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 | 19/09/2026 | 30 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 4-3-4 | 5 |
| 6.3L | $18.70 |
| 1/9 | 20/08/2026 | 21 | MDN F 2 | $45,649.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 53kg | 0:57.74 | 3-1-1 | 6 |
| 0.5L | $2.00 |
| 2/7 | 30/07/2026 | 27 | MDN F 2 | $46,444.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 53kg | 0:58.03 | 4-1-2 | 6 |
| 1.0L | $4.60 |
| 3/6 | 03/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 2-1-3 | 5 |
| 4.9L | $5.00 |

Jockey: Thomas Pompell
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Comes off a 56 day let-up. At the latest run won by 0.5 len at Evangeline Downs on September 4 over 1207m defeating Rosie's Getaway carrying 54.5kg at $6.70. The run before that 6th of 9 in stakes class at Evangeline Downs at Evangeline Downs on July 31 over 1106m, 7 len behind Nola Queen carrying 53kg at $46.80. Facing a stiffer assignment this time.
Last Starts 56 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 04/09/2026 | 35 | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1207m | Fast | Isaac Castillo | 54.5kg | 1:12.95 | 2-1-1 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $6.70 |
| 6/9 | 31/07/2026 | 28 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | Isaac Castillo | 53kg | 1:06.43 | 1-6-6 | 9 |
| 7.8L | $46.80 |
| 2/6 | 03/07/2026 | 42 | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Harry Hernandez | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 3-3-2 | 6 |
| 4.8L | $5.80 |
| 3/5 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $44,693.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Fast | Colby J Hernandez | 54kg | 0:53.30 | 3-3-3 | 2 |
| 8.3L | $1.60 |

Jockey: Kelvin Arana
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Resuming. Finished off last preparation third of 9 at Evangeline Downs in the LR July 31 over 1106m, 2 len behind Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $3.90. On debut won by 2.5 len Evangeline Downs June 6 over 905m defeating Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $5.50. Expected to prove hard to beat.
Last Starts 91 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 31/07/2026 | 55 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | Harry Hernandez | 54.5kg | 1:06.43 | 2-3-3 | 7 |
| 2.0L | $3.90 |
| 1/5 | 06/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $55,788.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Fast | Harry Hernandez | 54.5kg | 0:52.57 | 1-1-1 | 4 |
| 2.5L | $5.50 |

Jockey: Isaac Castillo
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Racing well recently. Comes here off a 41-day let-up. Last start made ground from midfield; 3rd of 10 in Listed grade at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m, 3.5 len behind Cajun Caviar with 54.5kg at $13.90. The start before that won by 6 len at Louisiana Downs on September 7 over 1006m defeating Pound Of Music carrying 55.5kg at $1.60. Should be right in the finish.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 19/09/2026 | 12 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Isaac Castillo | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 5-2-3 | 4 |
| 3.5L | $13.90 |
| 1/5 | 07/09/2026 | 18 | MDN F 2 | $34,722.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1006m | Fast | Rey Williams | 55.5kg | 0:59.90 | 1-1-1 | 2 |
| 6.5L | $1.60 |
| 2/9 | 20/08/2026 | 34 | MDN F 2 | $45,649.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | Isaac Castillo | 53kg | 0:57.74 | 7-2-2 | 7 |
| 0.5L | $8.10 |
| 3/8 | 17/07/2026 | 27 | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Isaac Castillo | 54.5kg | 0:59.47 | 5-2-3 | 3 |
| 6.1L | $2.20 |
| 3/9 | 20/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $55,788.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Good | Isaac Castillo | 54.5kg | 0:52.73 | 6-4-3 | 7 |
| 2.0L | $25.40 |

Jockey: Kevin Roman
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Third-up today. Resumes off a 41 day letup. First-up ran last of 9 in Listed grade at Evangeline Downs at Evangeline Downs on July 31 over 1106m, 12 len behind Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $8.50. Second-up settled back and ran on when 7th of 10 in Listed grade at Louisiana Downs at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1106m, 9 len behind Cajun Caviar carrying 54.5kg at $58.20. Wide draw a test.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 19/09/2026 | 50 | LR OPEN F 2 | $104,167.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1106m | Fast | Kevin Roman | 54.5kg | 1:05.22 | 9-7-7 | 9 |
| 9.3L | $58.20 |
| 9/9 | 31/07/2026 | 70 | LR OPEN F 2 | $142,653.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1106m | Fast | Kevin Roman | 54.5kg | 1:06.43 | 9-9-9 | 8 |
| 12.6L | $8.50 |
| 1/5 | 22/05/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $44,693.00 | Evangeline Downs | 905m | Fast | Kevin Roman | 53.5kg | 0:53.30 | 2-1-1 | 1 |
| 2.5L | $3.80 |

Jockey: Emanuel Nieves
Weight: 53.5kgs
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Third race start today. At debut, 3rd of 7 at Evangeline Downs on August 21 over 1006m, 1.75 len behind Mo Cantharus carrying 54.5kg at $13.10. Last start ran on from midfield and won by 1.0 len at Louisiana Downs on September 19 over 1207m defeating Star Heiress with 55.5kg at $4.10. Needs to lift substantially.
Last Starts 41 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 | 19/09/2026 | 29 | MDN F 2 | $36,111.00 | Louisiana Downs | 1207m | Fast | E Nieves | 55.5kg | 1:12.16 | 3-1-1 | 3 |
| 1.0L | $4.10 |
| 3/7 | 21/08/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $57,061.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Alexander Castillo | 54.5kg | 1:00.64 | 5-4-3 | 6 |
| 1.9L | $13.10 |