Sunday works: Taiba returns + 48 other graded winners

For the first time since he finished eighth in the Grade 1, $20 million Saudi Cup, Taiba was back on the track for a workout Sunday.

A three-time Grade 1 winner last year at age 3, the Gun Runner colt trained by Bob Baffert was clocked at 36.4 seconds covering three furlongs at Santa Anita.

Baffert has not publicly identified the potential next race for Taiba.

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There were 49 graded-stakes winners on Sunday tabs across North America. Another three breezes were turned in by Kentucky Derby 2023 prospects. All 52 works are listed here:

Taiba (Gun Runner), a three-time Grade 1 winner (2022 Malibu, 2022 Pennsylvania Derby, 2022 Santa Anita Derby), worked three furlongs in 36.4 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the third fastest of 20 works at the distance. His previous work was 49 days ago going seven furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed eighth in the Saudi Cup (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the dirt track at King Abdulaziz Equestrian Field on Feb. 25 for trainer Bob Baffert.

Cave Rock (Arrogate), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2022 American Pharoah, 2022 Del Mar Futurity), worked six furlongs in 1:12.6 at Santa Anita. It was the second fastest of seven works at the distance. His previous work was 14 days ago going seven furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed second in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Keeneland on Nov. 4 for trainer Bob Baffert.

Clairière (Curlin), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2022 Ogden Phipps, 2021 Cotillion), worked five furlongs in 1:00.8 at Oaklawn. It was the sixth fastest of 39 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Oaklawn. In her last start she placed second in the Azeri (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on March 11 for trainer Steve Asmussen.

Dr. Schivel (Violence), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2021 Bing Crosby, 2020 Del Mar Futurity), worked four furlongs in 49.0 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the 47th fastest of 89 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed third in the Dubai Golden Shaheen (G1) going about six furlongs on the dirt at Meydan on March 26 for trainer Mark Glatt.

A Mo Reay (Uncle Mo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Beholder Mile), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 18th fastest of 57 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Beholder Mile (G1) going one mile on the main track at Santa Anita on March 11 for trainer Brad Cox.

Express Train (Union Rags), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Santa Anita Handicap), worked four furlongs in 47.6 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the eighth fastest of 89 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed fourth in the Awesome Again (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on Oct. 1 for trainer John Shirreffs.

Fun to Dream (Arrogate), a Grade 1 winner (2022 La Brea), worked five furlongs in 59.0 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the fastest of 81 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she placed second in the Beholder Mile (G1) going one mile on the main track at Santa Anita on March 11 for trainer Bob Baffert.

Gold Phoenix (Belardo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Frank E. Kilroe Mile), worked five furlongs in 1:00.0 at Santa Anita. It was the 10th fastest of 33 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won the Frank E. Kilroe Mile (G1) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Phil D’Amato.

Pauline’s Pearl (Tapit), a Grade 1 winner (2022 La Troienne), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Churchill Downs. It was the fourth fastest of 13 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Fair Grounds. In her last start she placed seventh in the Beholder Mile (G1) going one mile on the main track at Santa Anita on March 11 for trainer Steve Asmussen.

Proxy (Tapit), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Clark), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 15th fastest of 90 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed second in the Santa Anita Handicap (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Michael Stidham.

White Abarrio (Race Day), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Florida Derby), worked four furlongs in 50.6 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the 68th fastest of 85 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In his last start he won an allowance race going seven furlongs on the main track at Gulfstream Park on March 4 for trainer Saffie Joseph Jr.

Masteroffoxhounds (War Front), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022 John Henry Turf Championship, 2021 San Marcos), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Santa Anita. It was the 15th fastest of 33 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed sixth in the Frank E. Kilroe Mile (G1) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Phil D’Amato.

Practical Move (Practical Joke), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2023 San Felipe, 2022 Los Alamitos Futurity), worked five furlongs in 1:01.2 at Santa Anita. It was the 37th fastest of 81 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won the San Felipe (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Tim Yakteen.

Public Sector (Kingman), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2021 Hill Prince, 2021 National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame), worked three furlongs in 38.0 seconds at Payson Park. It was the eighth fastest of 11 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Payson Park. In his last start he placed fifth in the Knickerbocker (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Belmont at the Big A on Oct. 9 for trainer Chad Brown.

Set Piece (Dansili), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022 Dinner Party, 2021 Wise Dan), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 14th fastest of 57 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed sixth in the Seabiscuit Handicap (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Del Mar on Nov. 26 for trainer Brad Cox.

Cabo Spirit (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Twilight Derby), worked five furlongs in 59.4 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the fourth fastest of 33 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed third in the Frank E. Kilroe Mile (G1) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer George Papaprodromou.

Damon’s Mound (Girvin), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Saratoga Special), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Churchill Downs. It was the fourth fastest of 13 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going six furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed sixth in the Iroquois (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on Sept. 17 for trainer Michelle Lovell.

Fluffy Socks (Slumber), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Sands Point), worked three furlongs in 37.4 seconds at Payson Park. It was the fourth fastest of 11 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Payson Park. In her last start she placed fourth in the Rodeo Drive (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on Oct. 8 for trainer Chad Brown.

Helium (Ironicus), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Tampa Bay Derby), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Tampa Bay Downs. It was the 40th fastest of 68 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Tampa Bay Downs. In his last start he placed third in an allowance race going one mile 40 yards on the main track at Tampa Bay Downs on Jan. 25 for trainer Mark Casse.

Hembree (Proud Citizen), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Joe Hernandez), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at San Luis Rey. It was the ninth fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at San Luis Rey. In his last start he placed ninth in a claiming race going 5 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Santa Anita on Jan. 13 for trainer Peter Miller.

Interstatedaydream (Classic Empire), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Black-Eyed Susan), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Oaklawn. It was the 46th fastest of 72 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Oaklawn. In her last start she placed third in the Azeri (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on March 11 for trainer Brad Cox.

Kiss Today Goodbye (Cairo Prince), a Grade 2 winner (2020 San Antonio), worked five furlongs in 59.4 seconds at Los Alamitos. It was the seventh fastest of 29 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Los Alamitos. In his last start he placed eighth in the Thunder Road (G3) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on Feb. 4 for trainer Eric Kruljac.

Leggs Galore (Bayern), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Buena Vista), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Santa Anita. It was the 15th fastest of 33 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she placed second in the California Distaff Handicap going 6 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Santa Anita on Oct. 15 for trainer Philip D’Amato.

Long Range Toddy (Take Charge Indy), a Grade 2 winner (2019 Rebel), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 18th fastest of 57 works at the distance. His previous work was 13 days ago going four furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed sixth in the Razorback Handicap (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on Feb. 18 for trainer Dallas Stewart.

Maryquitecontrary (First Dude), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Inside Information), worked four furlongs in 47.7 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the second fastest of 85 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In her last start she won the Inside Information (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Gulfstream Park on Jan. 28 for trainer Joseph Catanese.

None Above the Law (Karakontie), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Del Mar Derby), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at San Luis Rey. It was the 15th fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going three furlongs at San Luis Rey. In his last start he placed fourth in the Cary Grant going seven furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on Nov. 19 for trainer Peter Miller.

Quattroelle (Mehmas), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Buena Vista), worked five furlongs in 1:03.0 at Santa Anita. It was the slowest of 33 works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she won the Buena Vista (G2) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Jeff Mullins.

Red Knight (Pure Prize), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Kentucky Turf Cup), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 87th fastest of 90 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going five furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In his last start he won the William L. McKnight (G3) going 1 1/2 miles on the turf at Gulfstream Park on Jan. 28 for trainer Mike Maker.

Canoodling (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Wilshire, 2022 Megahertz), worked five furlongs in 1:00.0 at Santa Anita. It was the eighth fastest of 81 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she placed fourth in the Gamely (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on May 30 for trainer Mike Puype.

Played Hard (Into Mischief), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Falls City, 2022 Locust Grove), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 44th fastest of 57 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Churchill Training. In her last start she won the Falls City (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on Nov. 24 for trainer Phil Bauer.

Tawny Port (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Ohio Derby, 2022 Lexington), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Oaklawn. It was the 31st fastest of 72 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed fifth in the Essex Handicap (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on March 18 for trainer Brad Cox.

A Thread of Blue (Hard Spun), a Grade 3 winner (2019 Palm Beach), worked three furlongs in 36.6 seconds at Woodbine. It was the 15th fastest of 74 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Woodbine. In his last start he placed fourth in an allowance race going 1 1/8 miles on the synthetic at Woodbine on Nov. 13 for trainer Donald MacRae.

Amy C (Charming Thought), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Las Cienegas), worked five furlongs in 1:00.8 at Santa Anita. It was the 14th fastest of 33 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she won the Las Cienegas (G3) going 6 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Santa Anita on Jan. 2 for trainer Phil D’Amato.

Background (Khozan), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Longacres Mile Handicap), worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 74th fastest of 90 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed sixth in an allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on March 18 for trainer Michael Puhich.

Captivating Moon (Malibu Moon), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Fair Grounds), worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at Hawthorne. It was the 16th fastest of 27 works at the distance. His previous work was 31 days ago going five furlongs at Fair Grounds. In his last start he placed fifth in an allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Fair Grounds on Jan. 14 for trainer Chris Block.

Château (Flat Out), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Tom Fool Handicap), worked four furlongs in 50.9 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 62nd fastest of 84 works at the distance. His previous work was four days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed eighth in the Tom Fool Handicap (G3) going six furlongs on the main track at Aqueduct on March 4 for trainer David Jacobson.

Evvie Jets (Twirling Candy), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Noble Damsel), worked five furlongs in 1:05.2 at Belmont Park. It was the ninth fastest of nine 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 Forever Together going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Aqueduct on Nov. 20 for trainer Mertkan Kantarmaci.

Fun and Feisty (Midshipman), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Pocahontas), worked five furlongs in 1:00.2 at Keeneland. It was the sixth fastest of 29 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Keeneland. In her last start she placed sixth in the Cincinnati Trophy going one mile on the synthetic at Turfway Park on March 4 for trainer Kenny McPeek.

Hidden Connection (Connect), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Pocahontas), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 65th fastest of 90 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed seventh in the Azeri (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Oaklawn on March 11 for trainer Bret Calhoun.

Prevalence (Medaglia d’Oro), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Commonwealth), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 19th fastest of 90 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed ninth in an allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Gulfstream Park on March 4 for trainer Brendan Walsh.

Red Flag (Tamarkuz), a Grade 3 winner (2020 Bob Hope), worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Santa Anita. It was the 13th fastest of 81 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going six furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed third in an allowance race going seven furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on Feb. 19 for trainer John Shirreffs.

Restrainedvengence (Hold Me Back), a Grade 3 winner (2021 American), worked four furlongs in 47.6 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the eighth fastest of 89 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed 10th in the Pat O’Brien (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on Aug. 27 for trainer Val Brinkerhoff.

Scarlet Fusion (Curlin), a Grade 3 winner (2023 John B. Connally Turf Cup), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 19th fastest of 90 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Keeneland. In his last start he won the John B. Connally Turf Cup (G3) going 1 1/2 miles on the turf at Sam Houston Race Park on Jan. 28 for trainer Joe Sharp.

Sittin On Go (Brody’s Cause), a Grade 3 winner (2020 Iroquois ), worked five furlongs in 59.4 seconds at Los Alamitos. It was the seventh fastest of 29 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four furlongs at Los Alamitos. In his last start he placed sixth in a starter allowance race going seven furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Milton Pineda.

Slipstream (More Than Ready), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Futurity), worked four furlongs in 51.0 seconds at Payson Park. It was the 14th fastest of 16 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going five furlongs at Payson Park. In his last start he placed fourth in an allowance race going 7 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Gulfstream Park on March 10 for trainer Christophe Clément.

Spirit of Makena (Ghostzapper), a Grade 3 winner (2023 San Carlos), worked five furlongs in 1:02.0 at Santa Anita. It was the 59th fastest of 81 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won the San Carlos (G3) going seven furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on March 11 for trainer George Papaprodromou.

Ward ’n Jerry (Lucky Pulpit), a Grade 3 winner (2020 San Luis Rey), worked five furlongs in 1:02.2 at Golden Gate Fields. It was the 15th fastest of 69 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed fourth in the McCann’s Mojave going 1 1/8 miles on the synthetic at Golden Gate Fields on March 18 for trainer Steven Specht.

Yuugiri (Shackleford), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Fantasy), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 40th fastest of 90 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Keeneland. In her last start she won the Carousel going six furlongs on the main track at Oaklawn on Feb. 25 for trainer Rodolphe Brisset.

Zoffarelli (Zoffany), a Grade 3 winner (2021 La Jolla Handicap), worked four furlongs in 50.4 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the 21st fastest of 27 works at the distance. His previous work was 28 days ago going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed second in an allowance race going 6 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Santa Anita on Feb. 10 for trainer Jeff Mullins.