Sunland Park Race 1 - Race 1 - Starter Optional Claiming
Z MARKS THE SPOT (1) showed little early dash last start but found the line strongly to get up for third, beaten 3 lengths, over this course and distance. Record at this journey is impressive with two wins and two placings from five runs and is a key runner. DISCREET TIGER (5) is a genuine type with two minor placings from three starts this campaign. Was in the firing line all the way and finished 0.8 lengths from the winner in second last time out over 905m at this track (Dirt). Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he good enough to play a major role. DOC PEPPER (2) turned in a decent effort last start when he worked home well to finish third over 796m at this track. Finds a suitable race and can get the job done. SHERMAN T POTTER (8) resumes today after filling a minor placing at his only appearance last prep at The Albuquerque Downs Racetrack & Casino (Dirt) over 796m on October 3. Looks a strong top-three prospect.

Jockey: Aldo Arboleda
Weight: 58kgs
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Returns from a 43-day let-up. Last start 3rd of 8 at this track on February 20 over 796m, 3 len behind Mendel carrying 58kg at $8.80. Before that 8th of 12 at this track on January 11 over 1308m, 13 len behind Daux with 56kg at $28.20. Worth following up.
Last Starts 42 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 | 20/02/2026 | 40 | OCLM 3U | $54,213.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 58kg | 0:45.52 | 8-7-3 | 7 |
| 3.3L | $8.80 |
| 8/12 | 11/01/2026 | 33 | CLM 4U | $22,123.00 | Sunland | 1308m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 56kg | 1:15.73 | 2-5-8 | 3 |
| 13.8L | $28.20 |
| 6/8 | 09/12/2025 | 15 | CLM 3U | $50,536.00 | Zia Park | 1006m | Fast | Ken S Tohill | 56kg | 0:57.45 | 3-6-6 | 3 |
| 6.5L | $7.80 |
| 1/7 | 24/11/2025 | 14 | CLM 3U | $48,855.00 | Zia Park | 1006m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 56kg | 0:58.43 | 2-1-1 | 6 |
| 0.1L | $4.80 |
| 10/10 | 10/11/2025 | 36 | CLM 3U | $48,855.00 | Zia Park | 1207m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 56kg | 1:09.76 | 3-7-10 | 7 |
| 8.9L | $7.90 |
| 6/8 | 05/10/2025 | 25 | CLM 3U | $27,523.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 1207m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 56kg | 1:08.69 | 1-3-6 | 6 |
| 6.0L | $9.50 |

Jockey: Francisco Amparan
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up 4th of 7 at this track on March 7 over 796m, 3 len behind Devons Cartel with 58kg at $28.70. Second run from a spell came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 8 at this track on March 27 over 796m, 5.5 len behind Cash Snow with 58kg at $11.60. Capable of a strong showing.
Last Starts 7 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 | 27/03/2026 | 20 | CLM 3U | $25,702.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Francisco Amparan | 58kg | 0:46.35 | 8-8-3 | 2 |
| 5.5L | $11.60 |
| 4/7 | 07/03/2026 | 302 | OCLM 3U | $34,972.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Luis Ramon Rodriguez | 58kg | 0:45.29 | 7-5-4 | 5 |
| 3.3L | $28.70 |
| 4/6 | 09/05/2025 | 40 | CLM 3U | $23,859.00 | Sunray Park | 796m | Fast | Jordy Soto Muniz | 58kg | 0:46.27 | 4-4-4 | 4 |
| 6.0L | $23.20 |
| 5/8 | 30/03/2025 | 8 | CLM 3U | $29,002.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Jose Luis Enriquez | 58kg | 0:44.54 | 8-7-5 | 7 |
| 8.0L | $30.50 |
| 6/7 | 22/03/2025 | 281 | ALLOW 3U | $51,823.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Flavio Lozano | 58kg | 0:44.95 | 6-6-6 | 7 |
| 5.0L | $50.60 |
| 5/7 | 14/06/2024 | 55 | ALLOW 3U | $51,511.00 | Ruidoso Downs | 796m | Fast | Francisco Amparan | 58kg | 0:46.75 | 4-5-5 | 1 |
| 7.0L | $14.20 |

Jockey: Kelsi Purcell
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after three months 5th of 8 at this track on March 9 over 905m, 7 len behind Royal Lineage with 54kg at $23.20. Previously second-up second last of 7 at Zia Park on November 30 over 796m, 5 len behind Indian Jewel with 57kg at $12.60. Likely improver.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 09/03/2026 | 99 | CLM 3U | $22,051.00 | Sunland | 905m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 54kg | 0:50.82 | 6-4-5 | 8 |
| 7.0L | $23.20 |
| 6/7 | 30/11/2025 | 51 | ALLOW 3U | $102,290.00 | Zia Park | 796m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 57kg | 0:45.00 | 3-6-6 | 3 |
| 4.8L | $12.60 |
| 1/8 | 10/10/2025 | 140 | CLM 3U | $24,810.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 57kg | 0:45.70 | 3-4-1 | 1 |
| 1.0L | $10.50 |
| 6/8 | 23/05/2025 | 84 | CLM 3U | $27,828.00 | Sunray Park | 796m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 57kg | 0:46.66 | 3-5-6 | 6 |
| 5.9L | $19.80 |
| 9/10 | 28/02/2025 | 22 | CLM FM 3U | $28,663.00 | Sunland | 1006m | Fast | Christian Ramos | 55kg | 0:58.51 | 6-8-9 | 9 |
| 16.4L | $14.10 |
| 5/8 | 06/02/2025 | 58 | MDN CLM 3 | $16,747.00 | Sunland | 905m | Fast | Aldo Arboleda | 54.5kg | 0:53.28 | 6-7-5 | 7 |
| 5.8L | $3.60 |

Jockey: Oscar Andrade, Jr.
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation sixth of 8 at this track March 23 2025 over 796m, 9 len behind Leap Day with 58kg at $31.70. Previously first up; fourth of 7 at The Albuquerque Downs Racetrack & Casino August 4 2024 over 796m, 5.5 len behind Starlite Eagle with 58kg at $8.90. Unlikely to trouble the top few.
Last Starts 376 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 23/03/2025 | 42 | CLM 3U | $19,017.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Alfredo Sigala | 58kg | 0:44.66 | 7-6-6 | 5 |
| 9.0L | $31.70 |
| 8/8 | 09/02/2025 | 14 | CLM 3U | $19,324.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Miguel A Perez | 58kg | 0:44.69 | 8-8-8 | 3 |
| 10.0L | $28.60 |
| 8/8 | 26/01/2025 | 14 | CLM 4U | $19,355.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Miguel A Perez | 58kg | 0:45.71 | 8-8-8 | 7 |
| 14.3L | $40.70 |
| 8/8 | 12/01/2025 | 35 | CLM 4U | $19,355.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Larry Marquez | 59kg | 0:46.23 | 8-8-LR | 1 |
| 99.0L | $42.70 |
| 7/8 | 08/12/2024 | 21 | CLM 3U | $37,750.00 | Zia Park | 796m | Fast | Francisco Amparan | 58kg | 0:46.46 | 8-6-7 | 3 |
| 14.6L | $18.70 |
| 6/8 | 17/11/2024 | 15 | CLM 3U | $44,901.00 | Zia Park | 796m | Fast | Juan Carlos Rivas | 58kg | 0:45.04 | 8-7-6 | 2 |
| 9.0L | $36.70 |

Jockey: Luis Negron
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
At the latest run set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 9 at this track on March 9 over 905m, 0.8 len behind Red Leader carrying 56kg at $33.80. The race before that 5th of 7 at this track on February 8 over 1006m, 8 len behind Red Leader with 56kg at $20.20. Worth following up.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 09/03/2026 | 29 | HCP 3U | $16,152.00 | Sunland | 905m | Fast | L Negron | 56kg | 0:50.36 | 1-1-2 | 1 |
| 0.8L | $33.80 |
| 5/7 | 08/02/2026 | 23 | HCP 4U | $18,688.00 | Sunland | 1006m | Fast | Jose Miguel Vazquez | 56kg | 0:57.25 | 6-5-5 | 6 |
| 8.3L | $20.20 |
| 2/8 | 16/01/2026 | 82 | CLM 4U | $24,822.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Jose Miguel Vazquez | 58kg | 0:45.75 | 4-3-2 | 4 |
| 0.8L | $5.40 |
| 2/7 | 26/10/2025 | 45 | OCLM 3U | $37,291.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | Fast | Jose Miguel Vazquez | 58kg | 0:44.89 | 6-2-2 | 5 |
| 1.0L | $22.90 |
| 3/8 | 11/09/2025 | 12 | CLM 3U | $30,581.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 914m | Fast | Francisco Amparan | 58kg | 0:51.06 | 4-3-3 | 8 |
| 7.5L | $10.60 |
| 5/8 | 30/08/2025 | 104 | CLM 3U | $18,915.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 1006m | Fast | Jose Miguel Vazquez | 56kg | 0:58.09 | 2-4-5 | 6 |
| 5.3L | $4.90 |

Jockey: Jose Miguel Vazquez
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up 7th of 9 at this track on February 16 over 905m, 10 len behind Mister Mafioso carrying 56kg at $79.60. Second-up second last of 8 at this track on March 27 over 796m, 6 len behind Wedding Groom with 58kg at $48. A top-three finish would surprise.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 27/03/2026 | 39 | HCP 3U | $18,399.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Erick Medellin | 58kg | 0:45.97 | 6-5-7 | 6 |
| 5.8L | $48.00 |
| 7/9 | 16/02/2026 | 302 | CLM 3U | $15,407.00 | Sunland | 905m | Fast | Erick Medellin | 56kg | 0:50.17 | 2-6-7 | 6 |
| 10.0L | $79.60 |
| 5/7 | 20/04/2025 | 28 | CLM 3U | $17,141.00 | Sunray Park | 905m | Fast | Luis A Valenzuela | 56kg | 0:51.59 | 2-3-5 | 7 |
| 8.3L | $10.50 |
| 5/7 | 23/03/2025 | 37 | CLM 3U | $16,323.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Saenz Jorge Nieto | 58kg | 0:45.24 | 1-4-5 | 1 |
| 3.5L | $13.00 |
| 5/6 | 14/02/2025 | 14 | CLM 3U | $16,586.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Jose Luis Enriquez | 58kg | 0:46.07 | 5-1-5 | 6 |
| 2.8L | $5.90 |
| 7/8 | 31/01/2025 | 279 | CLM 3U | $17,419.00 | Sunland | 1006m | Fast | Christian Ramos | 56kg | 0:57.82 | 1-2-7 | 7 |
| 7.0L | $25.50 |

Jockey: Larry Marquez
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a break of six-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign fourth of 8 at Lone Star Park September 20 over 796m, 0.8 len behind El Bee Dee carrying 58kg at $6.80. Previously first up; sixth of 8 at Retama Park August 15 over 796m, 5 len behind First Spesial carrying 58kg at $3.80. Happy to work around.
Last Starts 195 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 20/09/2025 | 36 | CLM 3U | $17,584.00 | Lone Star Park | 796m | Fast | Gilberto Linares | 58kg | 0:47.81 | 6-5-4 | 7 |
| 0.8L | $6.80 |
| 6/8 | 15/08/2025 | 145 | CLM 3U | $17,209.00 | Retama Park | 796m | Fast | Gilberto Linares | 58kg | 0:47.46 | 6-5-6 | 6 |
| 4.9L | $3.80 |
| 4/8 | 23/03/2025 | 42 | CLM 3U | $19,017.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | E P Gomez | 58kg | 0:44.66 | 4-3-4 | 4 |
| 4.5L | $6.40 |
| 6/8 | 09/02/2025 | 14 | CLM 3U | $19,324.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | E P Gomez | 58kg | 0:44.69 | 3-5-6 | 5 |
| 5.8L | $2.90 |
| 3/8 | 26/01/2025 | 14 | CLM 4U | $19,355.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | E P Gomez | 58kg | 0:45.71 | 6-5-3 | 8 |
| 3.6L | $4.00 |
| 1/8 | 12/01/2025 | 29 | CLM 4U | $19,355.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | E P Gomez | 58kg | 0:46.23 | 3-1-1 | 4 |
| 0.3L | $4.20 |

Jockey: Esgar Ramirez
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Back from a long spell. Finished off last campaign tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 8 at The Albuquerque Downs Racetrack & Casino on October 3 over 796m, 2 len behind Space Force carrying 58kg at $2.10. When resuming last campaign 5th of 7 at Sunray Park on April 18 over 796m, 6 len behind Zoominthrucarsoncity carrying 58kg at $3.30. Keep in mind.
Last Starts 182 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 | 03/10/2025 | 133 | ALLOW 3U | $36,086.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | Fast | E R Ramirez | 58kg | 0:46.13 | 3-2-3 | 2 |
| 2.0L | $2.10 |
| 6/8 | 23/05/2025 | 35 | ALLOW 3U | $39,445.00 | Sunray Park | 796m | Fast | Cordarelton J Benn | 58kg | 0:46.31 | 2-3-6 | 7 |
| 2.7L | $6.30 |
| 5/7 | 18/04/2025 | 63 | CLM 3U | $25,016.00 | Sunray Park | 796m | Fast | Adrian A Ramos | 58kg | 0:45.81 | 4-5-5 | 1 |
| 6.3L | $3.30 |
| 2/8 | 14/02/2025 | 33 | HCP 3U | $32,689.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Jose Luis Enriquez | 58kg | 0:45.41 | 2-2-2 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $43.70 |
| 6/9 | 12/01/2025 | 92 | CLM 4U | $17,581.00 | Sunland | 402m | Fast | Jose Luis Enriquez | 58kg | 0:21.99 | 9-7-6 | 7 |
| 3.3L | $7.60 |
| 9/10 | 12/10/2024 | 30 | CLM 3U | $28,324.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 320m | Fast | E R Ramirez | 58kg | 0:17.40 | 10-9-9 | 1 |
| 2.2L | $15.30 |

Jockey: Larry Marquez
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Second run back. First-up after about 18 months ran last of 8 at this track on March 27 over 796m, 7 len behind Cash Snow with 58kg at $24.90. Previously second-up second last of 8 at The Albuquerque Downs Racetrack & Casino on September 19 2024 over 796m, 7 len behind El Buenas Noches with 58kg at $22.70. Needs more time.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 27/03/2026 | 554 | CLM 3U | $25,702.00 | Sunland | 796m | Fast | Luis Ramon Rodriguez | 58kg | 0:46.35 | 4-6-D7 | 4 |
| 7.3L | $24.90 |
| 7/8 | 19/09/2024 | 19 | CLM 3U | $22,353.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | Fast | Brian Cobos Barraza | 58kg | 0:45.41 | 6-7-7 | 5 |
| 7.0L | $22.70 |
| 6/6 | 31/08/2024 | 273 | CLM 3U | $24,117.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 1006m | Fast | Jose Miguel Vazquez | 56.5kg | 0:58.07 | 1-6-6 | 3 |
| 14.8L | $11.00 |
| 6/8 | 02/12/2023 | 49 | CLM 3U | $54,299.00 | Zia Park | 796m | Fast | Edgar S Martinez | 59kg | 0:45.83 | 8-7-6 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $15.60 |
| 1/8 | 14/10/2023 | 31 | CLM 3U | $35,039.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | Fast | Edgar S Martinez | 58kg | 0:45.92 | 5-3-1 | 5 |
| 0.5L | $3.90 |
| 4/8 | 13/09/2023 | 116 | CLM 3U | $32,303.00 | Albuquerque Downs | 796m | M | Edgar S Martinez | 58kg | 0:46.27 | 8-7-4 | 4 |
| 3.8L | $5.90 |