Evangeline Downs Race 1 - 5f Stakes
ROMANTIC RUMOR (6) looks close to a win after finishing in the money at both runs, the latest when second at this track (Turf) over 1006m. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Will play a major role. STEPHS FACTOR (8) made an encouraging debut last time out, finishing 2.25 lengths from the winner in third over 1006m at this track (Turf). Can get off the mark this time. BAR CAR (7) has been racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at Evangeline Downs (Dirt) over 1006m. Expected to run well again. ALAKAZAM (4) debuted three weeks ago when she finished fifth over 1006m at this track (Turf), beaten 8 lengths. Can improve sharply.
Jockey: Jansen Melancon
Weight: 53kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, 3rd of 7 at Evangeline Downs on July 17 over 1006m, 8 len behind Copy This with 54.5kg at $2.40. Good effort on debut but this looks a stern test.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 17/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | Isaac Castillo | 54.5kg | 1:00.82 | 1-3-3 | 6 |
| 8.5L | $2.40 |
Jockey: Harry Hernandez
Weight: 53kgs
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First-starter by Imperial Hint out of Bourbon N Boots. Prefer to see her under race conditions.
Jockey: Thomas Pompell
Weight: 53kgs
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First-starter by Cairo Prince out of Tensas Nelson. Likely to need the run.
Jockey: Elio Barrera
Weight: 54.5kgs
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At debut, 5th of 7 at this track on July 30 over 1006m, 8 len behind Bayou Baddie carrying 54.5kg at $11.50. Satisfactory effort on debut and can go on with it now.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 30/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $46,444.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | Elio J Barrera | 54.5kg | 0:58.03 | 3-5-5 | 4 |
| 8.8L | $11.50 |
Jockey: Chris Rosier
Weight: 53kgs
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At debut, ran last in a small field at Evangeline Downs on July 3 over 1006m, 18 len behind My Hintof Platinum carrying 54.5kg at $9.20. Cannot enthuse after the moderate debut effort.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 03/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $58,055.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | Fast | J Melancon | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 6-6-6 | 1 |
| 18.1L | $9.20 |
Jockey: Colby Hernandez
Weight: 53kgs
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Having third race start. When well in the market at debut, 3rd in a small field at Evangeline Downs on July 3 over 1006m, 5 len behind My Hintof Platinum with 54.5kg at $5. Second-up made ground from midfield; 2nd of 7 at this track on July 30 over 1006m, 1.0 len behind Bayou Baddie carrying 53kg at $4.60. Capable of a better showing. Respect.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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: Isaac Castillo
Weight: 53kgs
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Raced two times to date. At long odds at debut, 3rd of 9 at Evangeline Downs on June 20 over 905m, 2 len behind Nola Queen carrying 54.5kg at $25.40. Second-up 3rd of 8 at Evangeline Downs on July 17 over 1006m, 6 len behind Copper Key with 54.5kg at $2.20. Definite winning chance.
Last Starts 34 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 | 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: Carlos Perez
Weight: 54.5kgs
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Was well in the market at debut, 3rd of 7 at this track on July 30 over 1006m, 2.25 len behind Bayou Baddie with 54.5kg at $5. Shows ability and can open the account this time.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 30/07/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $46,444.00 | Evangeline Downs | 1006m | FM | Lane J Luzzi | 54.5kg | 0:58.03 | 1-3-3 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $5.00 |
Jockey: Edward Santiago
Weight: 54.5kgs
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First-starter by American Pharoah out of Cotton Lane. Betting can tell the tale.