Works: Mage has 1st drill since Haskell; 1 of 62 graded winners

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Kentucky Derby winner Mage breezed five furlongs in 1:01.03 at Saratoga on Saturday in preparation for the Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers on Aug. 26.

NYRA clockers caught the Gustavo Delgado trainee through splits of 12.58, 24.49 and 36.35 seconds over the main track.

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Mage was scheduled to work Friday over the Spa main, but had his work pushed back following torrential rainfall throughout the morning. Under clear skies Saturday, Mage stepped onto the track shortly after the renovation break in the company of a pony and traveled clockwise around the clubhouse turn to the finish line before turning back to begin his work on the backstretch. He completed his exercise under little urging from regular exercise rider J.J. Delgado and followed with a strong gallop out.

“Very good, because it was very easy,” Delgado said of the work, which was Mage’s first since finishing a game second in the Haskell (G1) on July 22 at Monmouth Park. “The rider said to me, ‘no complaints.’ Very intelligent and concentrated. He came back and wasn’t breathing heavy and was quite focused. We can’t ask for more. We wanted whatever the horse wanted to do. It’s two weeks after the Haskell, so we had no expectations and he didn’t need to hit a mark.”

Ramiro Restrepo, who owns Mage in partnership with OGMA Investments, Sterling Racing and Commonwealth, was on hand for the work. Restrepo said he could not be more pleased with the way Mage has settled in at the Spa.

“I’m super happy,” Restrepo said. “He galloped out strong and he’s really feeling himself. He’s really enjoying Saratoga and a lot of horses take to it here. It’s like a horse paradise for them and for ourselves. We go week-by-week in this process.

“We as humans make the plans, but sometimes Mother Nature alters them and we have to be patient. The track maintenance crew did a fantastic job with the track,” added Restrepo.

Restrepo said that adding a win in the prestigious Travers to Mage’s resume would be a dream come true.

“For all of us, it’s a really special place. Gustavo and his family have come here every year since they moved from Venezuela,” Restrepo said. “I’ve only missed three Saratoga meets in my life and there’s even a book about Saratoga with a picture of my grandfather walking a horse here. Other than the Derby, the Travers is the race that you dream about. To have a blanket of roses on one shoulder and a canoe on the other would be something that you could only script.”

Mage will look to post another strong result in the sophomore division after his breakout win in the Kentucky Derby, which he entered off a close second to leading 3-year-old colt Forte in the Florida Derby (G1). Mage exited the Kentucky Derby to finish third in the Preakness behind gate-to-wire winner National Treasure.

In the Haskell, Mage showed his usual strong turn of foot under Hall of Famer Javier Castellano to run down all but the victorious Geaux Rocket Ride to be defeated 1 3/4 lengths. He earned a 98 Beyer speed figure from Daily Racing Form for the effort, the second-highest of his career behind the 105 he earned for his Derby coup.

“The Haskell was the prep for the Travers. We needed one race between the Preakness and Travers, and I preferred the Haskell,” Delgado said. “He came back even better out of the Haskell than he did the Preakness.”

Delgado added Mage will likely work again Friday over the Spa main track.

Out of the graded-stakes placed Big Brown mare Puca, Mage was purchased for $290,000 at the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic 2-year-olds in training sale. He has amassed nearly $2.5 million in earnings through a record of 6: 2-2-1.

Mage was 1 of 62 graded-stakes winners on work tabs across the country Saturday.

Mage (Good Magic), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Kentucky Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Saratoga on Saturday morning. It was the fifth fastest of nine works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in the Haskell (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Gustavo Delgado.

Echo Zulu (Gun Runner), a three-time Grade 1 winner (2021 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies, 2021 Frizette, 2021 Spinaway), worked four furlongs in 51.5 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 62nd fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Honorable Miss Handicap (G2) going six furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on July 26 for trainer Steve Asmussen.

Art Collector (Bernardini), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2023 Pegasus World Cup Invitational, 2021 Woodward), worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Saratoga. It was the seventh fastest of 13 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed second in the Alysheba (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on May 5 for trainer Bill Mott.

Matareya (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2023 Derby City Distaff, 2022 Acorn), worked five furlongs in 1:01.5 at Saratoga. It was the eighth fastest of 13 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed third in the Chicago (G3) going seven furlongs on the main track at Ellis Park on June 24 for trainer Brad Cox.

A Mo Reay (Uncle Mo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Beholder Mile), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 16th fastest of 98 works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In her last start she placed second in the Fleur de Lis (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Ellis Park on July 1 for Cox.

Americanrevolution (Constitution), a Grade 1 winner (2021 Cigar Mile Handicap), worked five furlongs in 1:00.7 at Saratoga. It was the fastest of nine works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going five furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed second in the Jockey Club Gold Cup (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the main track at Saratoga on Sep. 3 for trainer Todd Pletcher.

And Tell Me Nolies (Arrogate), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Del Mar Debutante), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the 20th fastest of 70 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed third in the San Clemente (G2) going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on July 22 for trainer Peter Miller.

Annapolis (War Front), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Turf Mile), worked four furlongs in 48.9 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 19th fastest of 50 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed second in the Kelso (G3) going one mile on the turf at Saratoga on July 15 for Pletcher.

Arabian Lion (Justify), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Woody Stephens), worked five furlongs in 1:01.6 at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the 31st fastest of 53 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Woody Stephens (G1) going seven furlongs on the main track at Belmont Park on June 10 for trainer Bob Baffert.

Defining Purpose (Cross Traffic), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Ashland), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 30th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she won the Indiana Oaks (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Horseshoe Indianapolis on July 8 for trainer Kenny McPeek.

Geaux Rocket Ride (Candy Ride), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Haskell), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the 20th fastest of 70 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won the Haskell (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Richard Mandella.

Gina Romantica (Into Mischief), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Belmont Park on Friday morning. It was the 19th fastest of 44 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she placed fourth in the Eatontown (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Monmouth Park on June 17 for trainer Chad Brown.

Proxy (Tapit), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Clark), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the second fastest of 32 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won the Monmouth Cup (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Michael Stidham.

Rattle N Roll (Connect), a Grade 1 winner (2021 Breeders’ Futurity), worked four furlongs in 47.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the seventh fastest of 66 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed second in the Stephen Foster (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Ellis Park on July 1 for McPeek.

Search Results (Flatter), a Grade 1 winner (2021 Acorn), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 25th fastest of 57 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed third in the Molly Pitcher (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for Brown.

Spendarella (Karakontie), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Del Mar Oaks), worked six furlongs in 1:12.4 at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of three works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going six furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she placed second in the Just a Game (G1) going one mile on the turf at Belmont Park on June 9 for trainer Graham Motion.

Stilleto Boy (Shackleford), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Santa Anita Handicap), worked five furlongs in 1:02.2 at Del Mar. It was the 56th fastest of 74 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed sixth in the Stephen Foster (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Ellis Park on July 1 for trainer Ed Moger Jr.

Wet Paint (Blame), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Coaching Club American Oaks), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 17th fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Coaching Club American Oaks (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga on July 22 for Cox.

Major Dude (Bolt d’Oro), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2023 Penn Mile, 2022 Pilgrim), worked four furlongs in 50.4 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 38th fastest of 57 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed fourth in the Manila (G3) going one mile on the turf at Belmont Park on July 7 for Pletcher.

Set Piece (Dansili), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022 Dinner Party, 2021 Wise Dan), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds on turf at Churchill Downs. It was the only work at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he placed third in the Wise Dan (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Ellis Park on July 1 for Cox.

Brooklyn Strong (Wicked Strong), a Grade 2 winner (2020 Remsen), worked four furlongs in 51.0 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the 65th fastest of 83 works at the distance. His previous work was 10 days ago going four furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In his last start he placed 11th in the Commentator going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Belmont Park on May 29 for trainer Victor Barboza Jr.

Damon’s Mound (Girvin), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Saratoga Special), worked four furlongs in 50.8 seconds at Churchill Downs on Friday morning. It was the 46th fastest of 55 works at the distance. His previous work was 13 days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he placed fourth in the Maxfield Overnight going seven furlongs on the main track at Ellis Park on July 2 for trainer Michelle Lovell.

Emmanuel (More Than Ready), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Pennine Ridge), worked four furlongs in 48.9 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 19th fastest of 50 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he won the Poker (G3) going one mile on the turf at Belmont Park on June 10 for Pletcher.

Howbeit (Secret Circle), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Santa Anita Sprint Championship), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 21st fastest of 81 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed third in an allowance race going 6 1/2 furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on July 22 for trainer George Papaprodromou.

Idiomatic (Curlin), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Delaware Handicap), worked four furlongs in 49.5 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 40th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she won the Delaware Handicap (G2) going 1 3/16 miles on the main track at Delaware Park on July 8 for Cox.

Interstatedaydream (Classic Empire), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Black-Eyed Susan), worked five furlongs in 1:00.8 at Churchill Downs. It was the second fastest of 23 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Churchill Downs. In her last start she placed second in the Lady Jacqueline going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Thistledown on June 24 for Cox.

Julia Shining (Curlin), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Demoiselle), worked five furlongs in 1:00.7 at Saratoga. It was the fastest of nine works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed third in the Ashland (G1) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Keeneland on April 7 for Pletcher.

Long Range Toddy (Take Charge Indy), a Grade 2 winner (2019 Rebel), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the 49th fastest of 83 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won an allowance race going seven furlongs on the main track at Gulfstream Park on July 16 for Barboza.

Pixelate (City Zip), a Grade 2 winner (2020 Del Mar Derby), worked three furlongs in 37.4 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the fourth fastest of nine works at the distance. His previous work was 146 days ago going four furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed fifth in the Fair Grounds (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Fair Grounds on Feb. 18 for Stidham.

Prerequisite (Upstart), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Wonder Again), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Belmont Park on Friday morning. It was the 19th fastest of 44 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she placed second in the Belmont Oaks Invitational (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Belmont Park on July 8 for Brown.

Skims (Frankel), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Sands Point), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of 23 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she won an allowance race going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Belmont Park on June 16 for trainer Shug McGaughey.

Wow Whata Summer (Summer Front), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Penn Mile), worked six furlongs in 1:16.6 at Fair Hill. It was the only work at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going six furlongs at Fair Hill. In his last start he placed fifth in an allowance race going one mile on the turf at Laurel Park on July 14 for trainer James Lawrence.

Neige Blanche (Anodin), a four-time Grade 3 winner, worked four furlongs in 47.8 seconds at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the seventh fastest of 70 works at the distance. Her previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In her last start she won the Possibly Perfect going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on June 18 for trainer Leonard Powell.

Law Abidin Citizen (Twirling Candy), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2019 Longacres Mile, 2019 Daytona), worked three furlongs in 39.8 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 25th fastest of 25 works at the distance. His previous work was 387 days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed fifth in an allowance race going 6 1/2 furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on June 17 for trainer Eddie Truman.

Mission of Joy (Kitten’s Joy), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2023 Regret, 2023 Florida Oaks), worked six furlongs in 1:15.4 at Fair Hill on Friday morning. It was the second fastest of three works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she placed seventh in the Belmont Oaks Invitational (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Belmont Park on July 8 for Motion.

Arabian Knight (Uncle Mo), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Southwest), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the 39th fastest of 70 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed third in the Haskell (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for Baffert.

Best Actor (Flatter), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Smarty Jones), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Ellis Park on Friday morning. It was the seventh fastest of nine works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Ellis Park. In his last start he placed second in an allowance race going seven furlongs on the main track at Ellis Park on June 30 for Cox.

Catnip (Kitten’s Joy), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Monmouth), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of 32 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in the United Nations (G1) going 1 3/8 miles on the turf at Monmouth Park on July 22 for Stidham.

Champions Dream (Justify), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Nashua), worked five furlongs in 1:00.9 at Saratoga. It was the fifth fastest of 13 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed 11th in the Tampa Bay Derby (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Tampa Bay Downs on March 11 for trainer Mark Casse.

Chess’s Dream (Jess’s Dream), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Kitten’s Joy), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Infields Training Center. It was the only work at the distance. His previous work was 20 days ago going four furlongs at Infields Training Center. In his last start he placed second in a claiming race going one mile on the turf at Tampa Bay Downs on July 1 for trainer Doug Jones.

Clapton (Brethren), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Ghostzapper), worked five furlongs in 1:02.9 at Gulfstream Park. It was the 20th fastest of 25 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In his last start he placed second in the Suburban (G2) going 1 1/4 miles on the main track at Belmont Park on July 8 for trainer Juan Alvarado.

Coinage (Tapit), a Grade 3 winner (2021 With Anticipation), worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Woodbine. It was the seventh fastest of 50 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Woodbine. In his last start he placed seventh in an allowance race going 6 1/2 furlongs on the synthetic at Woodbine on July 2 for Casse.

Crypto Mo (Mohaymen), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Iowa Oaks), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 17th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she won the Iowa Oaks (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Prairie Meadows on July 8 for trainer Travis Murphy.

Dancing Buck (War Dancer), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Belmont Turf Sprint), worked five furlongs in 1:00.5 at Saratoga. It was the second fastest of 13 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed sixth in the Aqueduct Turf Sprint Championship going six furlongs on the turf at Aqueduct on Nov. 25 for trainer Michelle Nevin.

Eons (Giant’s Causeway), a Grade 3 winner (2019 Kent), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the 14th fastest of 23 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Fair Hill. In his last start he won the Prince George’s County going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Laurel Park on July 15 for trainer Arnaud Delacour.

Evening Sun (Muhaarar), a Grade 3 winner (2022 San Francisco Mile), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 34th fastest of 81 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed 10th in the Wickerr going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on July 23 for trainer Jeff Mullins.

Fort Bragg (Tapit), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Dwyer), worked five furlongs in 58.8 seconds at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the fastest of 53 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Dwyer (G3) going one mile on the main track at Belmont Park on July 1 for Baffert.

Jaxon Traveler (Munnings), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Maryland Sprint), worked five furlongs in 1:02.8 at Belmont Park on Friday morning. It was the seventh fastest of 11 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed seventh in the Dave’s Friend going six furlongs on the main track at Laurel Park on Dec. 30 for Asmussen.

Mo Stash (Mo Town), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Transylvania), worked five furlongs in 59.0 seconds at Keeneland. It was the fastest of 10 works at the distance. His previous work was 15 days ago going five furlongs at Keeneland. In his last start he placed second in the American Derby going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Ellis Park on July 1 for trainer Vicki Oliver.

Nagirroc (Lea), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Futurity), worked five furlongs in 1:01.6 at Fair Hill. It was the sixth fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Fair Hill. In his last start he placed third in the Manila (G3) going one mile on the turf at Belmont Park on July 7 for Motion.

Poppy Flower (Lea), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Intercontinental), worked four furlongs in 50.5 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 41st fastest of 50 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed fourth in the Caress (G3) going 5 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Saratoga on July 22 for Mott.

Reincarnate (Good Magic), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Sham), worked five furlongs in 1:00.2 at Del Mar. It was the 15th fastest of 74 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Los Alamitos Derby going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Los Alamitos on July 8 for Baffert.

Restrainedvengence (Hold Me Back), a Grade 3 winner (2021 American), worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Del Mar on Friday morning. It was the 24th fastest of 53 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed ninth in the Wickerr going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on July 23 for trainer Val Brinkerhoff.

She Can’t Sing (Bernardini), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Chilukki), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Hawthorne. It was the seventh fastest of 23 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed second in an allowance race going one mile on the turf at Hawthorne on July 20 for trainer Chris Block.

Sparkle Blue (Hard Spun), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Valley View), worked five furlongs in 1:03.0 at Fair Hill. It was the slowest of 17 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Big Dreyfus going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Laurel Park on July 15 for Motion.

Surge Capacity (Flintshire), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Lake George), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 53rd fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Lake George (G3) going one mile on the turf at Saratoga on July 21 for Brown.

Verifying (Justify), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Indiana Derby), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 30th fastest of 66 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he won the Indiana Derby (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Horseshoe Indianapolis on July 8 for Cox.

Warrant (Constitution), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Oklahoma Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Churchill Downs. It was the seventh fastest of 23 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he placed fifth in the Prairie Meadows Cornhusker Handicap (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Prairie Meadows on July 8 for Cox.

Weyburn (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Gotham), worked four furlongs in 49.0 seconds at Belmont Park on Friday morning. It was the sixth fastest of 44 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed seventh in the John A. Nerud (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Belmont Park on July 1 for Pletcher.

Whisper Not (Poet’s Voice), a Grade 3 winner (2021 San Francisco Mile), worked four furlongs in 49.9 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 47th fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won an allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Saratoga on July 20 for trainer Brendan Walsh.

Willy Boi (Uncaptured), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Smile Sprint Invitational), worked three furlongs in 36.6 seconds at Monmouth Park. It was the third fastest of 11 works at the distance. His previous work was 15 days ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In his last start he placed sixth in the Smile Sprint (G3) going six furlongs on the main track at Gulfstream Park on July 1 for trainer Jorge Delgado.

Yuugiri (Shackleford), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Fantasy), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 11th fastest of 57 works at the distance. Her previous work was 14 days ago going four furlongs at Keeneland. In her last start she won the Saylorville going six furlongs on the main track at Prairie Meadows on July 7 for trainer Rodolphe Brisset.

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