Sam Houston Race 4 - Race 4 - Maiden Special Weight
MUCAFAAH (1) progressed nicely last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished 8 lengths from the winner in second over 1106m at this track after being in the firing line on the turn. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. BORDERLAND (7) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 6 lengths when fifth over 1609m at Sam Houston Park Turf two weeks ago. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. AVERY PLACE (4) is a three-year-old colt who is having his first run for the Dick Cappellucci yard. Hasn't raced since finishing in the placings at Ellis Park (Dirt) seven months ago. Not seen at the trials but looks well placed. Leading player expected to feature. SPECIAL DESTINY (2) is a three-year-old colt on debut from the stable of Steven Asmussen. By Violence from Oasis Party. Worth watching for a betting push.
Jockey: Jose L. Alvarez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Third-up today. First-up ran last of 8 at this track on January 24 over 1207m, 20 len behind Brink Of War carrying 54.5kg at $5.70. Second run from a spell 2nd of 7 at this track on February 6 over 1106m, 8 len behind Clockin In with 55.5kg at $6.60. Can improve. Top chance if at his best.
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 | 06/02/2026 | 13 | MDN 3 | $47,076.00 | Sam Houston | 1106m | Fast | Keith J Asmussen | 55.5kg | 1:03.96 | 6-2-2 | 3 |
| 8.8L | $6.60 |
| 8/8 | 24/01/2026 | 90 | MDN 35 | $49,327.00 | Sam Houston | 1207m | M | Erik Asmussen | 54.5kg | 1:12.02 | 7-8-8 | 3 |
| 20.5L | $5.70 |
| 8/10 | 26/10/2025 | - | MDN 2 | $182,648.00 | Usa - Churchill Downs Turf | 1609m | FM | Florent Geroux | 54kg | 1:37.35 | 6-6-8 | 8 |
| 4.6L | $6.49 |
Jockey: Stewart Elliott
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Violence out of Oasis Party. Market will be an invaluable guide.
Jockey: Weston Hamilton
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Jumped at big odds at debut, ran last of 9 at Fairgrounds Turf on January 19 over 1106m, 12 len behind Magic Brew with 54.5kg at $39.80. Cannot enthuse after the moderate debut effort.
Last Starts 39 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9 | 19/01/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $80,717.00 | Usa - Fairgrounds Turf | 1106m | FM | Colby J Hernandez | 54.5kg | 1:03.17 | 8-7-9 | 7 |
| 12.8L | $39.80 |
Jockey: Floyd Wethey Jr.
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Resuming from a lengthy break. Only one run when 2nd of 7 at Ellis Park on August 4 over 1408m, 7 len behind Just Asap with 54kg at $11.39. Can return in winning form.
Last Starts 207 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 | 04/08/2025 | - | MDN OCLM 2 | $68,217.00 | Ellis Park | 1408m | Fast | Brian Joseph Hernandez Jr | 54kg | 1:24.89 | 5-5-2 | 1 |
| 7.0L | $11.39 |
Jockey: Elvin Gonzalez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Quality Road out of Downside Scenario. Betting the best guide.
Jockey: Rene Diaz
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by By My Standards out of Gemmizell. Watch for a market push.
Jockey: Mario Fuentes
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Most recently 5th of 8 at Sam Houston Park Turf on February 13 over 1609m, 6 len behind Marc carrying 55.5kg at $17.30. Before that got back early 6th of 8 at Sam Houston Park Turf on January 2 over 1609m, 10 len behind Eternal Mischief with 54kg at $14.50. Another bold run is expected.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 13/02/2026 | 42 | MDN 3 | $47,076.00 | Sam Houston Park Turf | 1609m | FM | Mario Fuentes | 55.5kg | 1:39.29 | 4-6-5 | 2 |
| 6.0L | $17.30 |
| 6/8 | 02/01/2026 | 20 | MDN 35 | $49,327.00 | Sam Houston Park Turf | 1609m | FM | Brayan Pena | 54kg | 1:39.90 | 7-7-6 | 5 |
| 10.3L | $14.50 |
| 3/8 | 13/12/2025 | - | MDN CLM 2 | $32,159.00 | Remington Park | 1207m | Fast | S Elliott | 53.5kg | 1:14.35 | 8-4-3 | 1 |
| 9.0L | $3.10 |