Workouts: Travers hopefuls are among 74 graded winners on tab
Kentucky Derby winner Mage worked six furlongs in 1:15.56 over the main track Saturday morning in preparation for next weekend’s Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga.
Mage was one of the four likely starters in next Saturday’s mid-summer derby to breeze Saturday. Todd Pletcher worked Forte and Tapit Trice at Saratoga, and Bob Baffert sent Preakness winner National Treasure out for a timed workout at Del Mar.
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Mage logged his maintenance move with exercise rider J.J. Delgado aboard. New York Racing Association clockers caught the Good Magic chestnut colt at splits of 13.60, 26.40 and 50.40 seconds before galloping out seven furlongs in 1:29.33.
Assistant trainer and part-owner Gustavo Delgado Jr. said everything went according to plan.
“He did well,” he said. “It was just a maintenance breeze. He did exactly what my Dad told J.J. to do.”
After the Derby, Mage finished third in the Preakness. He returned to action two months later to run a hard-fought second in the Haskell (G1), finishing 1 3/4 lengths behind Geaux Rocket Ride.
Eclipse Award and Jim Dandy (G2) winner Forte, who did not wear blinkers for his work last week, had them on again in his latest breeze when covering a half-mile in 50.50 seconds, doing so in company with three-time-winning 4-year-old colt Bright Future.
“He looked super, was moving really well and got into a nice rhythm,” said Pletcher, who vies for his third Travers win. “Sometimes if you put (blinkers) on all the time, you lose a little effect. We were just looking to keep him as good as he is going into this. We got a good, steady work and a good strong gallop out. He was well within himself throughout and I think he’s moving terrific. He seems really happy, so we’re trying to just keep him happy.”
Blue Grass (G1) winner Tapit Trice became the latest Pletcher trainee to add blinkers, sporting them for the first time in a timed work when covering a half-mile solo in 49.22 seconds under the guidance of jockey José Ortiz, who picks up the mount from Luis Sáez in the Travers.
Pletcher said Tapit Trice, who was last seen finishing a closing fifth in the Haskell is hindered often by a lack of early speed.
“His weakness so far has been getting out of the gate and getting into a good position,” Pletcher said. “We’re hoping that will help a little with that, maybe keep him a little more focused throughout the race. We galloped him earlier in the week with blinkers and he seemed to be dialed in a little more, and it seemed like that was the case breezing this morning.”
Pletcher added he was pleased with the addition of Ortiz after Sáez took the Travers assignment on Mage.
“We had a couple choices rider-wise,” Pletcher said. “We felt like José would be a good fit for him, and we wanted to get him familiar with the horse today. He was impressed. He thought it was perfect and said he was focused but not rank. Just the effect you would want (with blinkers).”
Tapit Trice finished a nose behind Forte in the Belmont Stakes to claim show honors after coming in seventh in the Kentucky Derby.
Baffert said National Treasure, who was sixth in the Belmont Stakes, will ship to New York on Tuesday after breezing five furlongs in 1:00.40 this morning over the main track at Del Mar.
“It went well,” said Baffert, who noted the colt worked without blinkers and will drop the equipment for the Travers. “I was happy with him, and everything went as planned. He’s doing well, and we’re looking forward to it."
To win the Travers, National Treasure will have to topple a field that features all three classic winners for the first time since 2017 with Mage and Belmont winner lining up next Saturday.
“That's what the Travers is supposed to be,” Baffert said. “It’s a major.”
National Treasure will be ridden again by John Velázquez.
After a Saratoga downpour postponed so many workouts that were supposed to happen Friday, the work tabs across the country were filled with 74 graded-stakes winners Saturday.
Forte (Violence), a four-time Grade 1 winner, worked four furlongs in 50.5 seconds at Saratoga on Saturday morning. It was the 82nd fastest of 91 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he won the Jim Dandy (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga on July 29 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Goodnight Olive (Ghostzapper), a three-time Grade 1 winner (2023 Madison, 2022 Breeders’ Cup Filly and Mare Sprint, 2022 Ballerina Handicap), worked four furlongs in 48.3 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 16th fastest of 91 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she won the Bed o’ Roses (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Belmont Park on June 17 for trainer Chad Brown.
Nest (Curlin), a three-time Grade 1 winner (2022 Alabama, 2022 Coaching Club American Oaks, 2022 Ashland), worked four furlongs in 48.7 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 22nd fastest of 91 works at the distance. Her previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she won the Shuvee (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga on July 23 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Count Again (Awesome Again), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2022 Shoemaker Mile, 2022 Frank E. Kilroe Mile), worked five furlongs in 1:03.0 on turf at Del Mar. It was the sixth fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed fourth in the Eddie Read (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Del Mar on July 30 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Matareya (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 1 winner (2023 Derby City Distaff, 2022 Acorn), worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Saratoga. It was the fifth fastest of 29 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five 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.
American Theorem (American Pharoah), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Bing Crosby), worked five furlongs in 1:00.2 at Del Mar. It was the 21st fastest of 132 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed sixth in the Bing Crosby (G1) going six furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on July 29 for trainer George Papaprodromou.
Exaulted (Twirling Candy), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Shoemaker Mile), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds on turf at Del Mar. It was the fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Shoemaker Mile (G1) going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on May 29 for trainer Peter Eurton.
Far Bridge (English Channel), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Belmont Derby Invitational), worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 43rd fastest of 91 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed third in the Saratoga Derby Invitational (G1) going 1 3/16 miles on the turf at Saratoga on Aug. 5 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Gold Phoenix (Belardo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Frank E. Kilroe Mile), worked five furlongs in 1:03.0 on turf at Del Mar. It was the sixth fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Eddie Read (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Del Mar on July 30 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Macadamia (Hat Trick), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Gamely), worked five furlongs in 1:02.8 on turf at Del Mar. It was the fastest of 17 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In her last start she won the Gamely (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on May 29 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
National Treasure (Quality Road), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Preakness), worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Del Mar. It was the 25th fastest of 132 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed sixth in the Belmont (G1) going 1 1/2 miles on the main track at Belmont Park on June 10 for trainer Bob Baffert.
Practical Move (Practical Joke), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Santa Anita Derby), worked four furlongs in 47.4 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 10th fastest of 168 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going three furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Santa Anita Derby (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on April 8 for trainer Tim Yakteen.
Proxy (Tapit), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Clark), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of five works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Fair Hill. 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.
Secret Oath (Arrogate), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Kentucky Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:00.8 at Saratoga. It was the 10th fastest of 29 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fifth in the Ogden Phipps (G1) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Belmont Park on June 10 for trainer D. Wayne Lukas.
Tapit Trice (Tapit), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Blue Grass), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 39th fastest of 91 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed fifth in the Haskell (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Tripoli (Kitten’s Joy), a Grade 1 winner (2021 Pacific Classic), worked six furlongs in 1:12.6 at Del Mar. It was the fastest of five works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed fifth in the San Diego Handicap (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on July 29 for trainer John Sadler.
Zandon (Upstart), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Blue Grass), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 49th fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in the Whitney (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga on Aug. 5 for trainer Chad Brown.
C Z Rocket (City Zip), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2020 Santa Anita Sprint Championship, 2020 Pat O’Brien), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 19th fastest of 168 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed fifth in the Bing Crosby (G1) going six furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on July 29 for trainer Peter Miller.
Fluffy Socks (Slumber), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2023 Churchill Distaff Turf Mile, 2021 Sands Point), worked four furlongs in 49.0 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 27th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fifth in the Diana (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Saratoga on July 15 for trainer Chad Brown.
Frank’s Rockette (Into Mischief), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2020 Gallant Bloom Handicap, 2020 Prioress), worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 45th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was 10 days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed third in the Honorable Miss Handicap (G2) going six furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on July 26 for trainer Bill Mott.
Masteroffoxhounds (War Front), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022 John Henry Turf Championship, 2021 San Marcos), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 52nd fastest of 168 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going three furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed third in the Eddie Read (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Del Mar on July 30 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Slow Down Andy (Nyquist), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022 Del Mar Derby, 2021 Los Alamitos Futurity), worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Del Mar. It was the 25th fastest of 132 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed second in the San Diego Handicap (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on July 29 for trainer Doug O’Neill.
Brooklyn Strong (Wicked Strong), a Grade 2 winner (2020 Remsen), worked four furlongs in 53.2 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the 90th fastest of 92 works at the distance. His previous work was seven 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.
Bubble Rock (More Than Ready), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Mrs. Revere), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the sixth fastest of 73 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she placed third in the Caress (G3) going 5 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Saratoga on July 22 for trainer Brad Cox.
Cabo Spirit (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Twilight Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:03.8 on turf at Del Mar. It was the 12th fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed fifth in the Eddie Read (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Del Mar on July 30 for trainer George Papaprodromou.
Caramel Swirl (Union Rags), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Raven Run), worked five furlongs in 1:00.9 at Saratoga. It was the 11th fastest of 29 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed third in the Bed o’ Roses (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Belmont Park on June 17 for trainer Bill Mott.
Consumer Spending (More Than Ready), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Wonder Again), worked four furlongs in 49.0 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 27th 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 WinStar Matchmaker (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Chad Brown.
Desert Dawn (Cupid), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Santa Anita Oaks), worked three furlongs in 36.0 seconds at Del Mar. It was the second fastest of 36 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed second in the Clement L. Hirsch (G1) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on Aug. 5 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Du Jour (Temple City), a Grade 2 winner (2021 American Turf), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds on turf at Del Mar. It was the second fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he won the Wickerr going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on July 23 for trainer Bob Baffert.
Elm Drive (Mohaymen), a Grade 2 winner (2021 Sorrento), worked three furlongs in 35.8 seconds at Del Mar. It was the fastest of 36 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed third in the Clement L. Hirsch (G1) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on Aug. 5 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Howbeit (Secret Circle), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Santa Anita Sprint Championship), worked five furlongs in 1:02.4 at Del Mar. It was the 111th fastest of 132 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. 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 five furlongs in 1:01.8 at Saratoga. It was the 22nd fastest of 29 works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going five 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 trainer Brad Cox.
Maryquitecontrary (First Dude), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Inside Information), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 15th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fourth in the Honorable Miss Handicap (G2) going six furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on July 26 for trainer Shug McGaughey.
New Year’s Eve (Kitten’s Joy), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Edgewood), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Turfway Park. It was the 34th fastest of 61 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Kentucky Downs Preview Ladies Turf Mile going one mile on the turf at Ellis Park on Aug. 6 for trainer Brendan Walsh.
New York Thunder (Nyquist), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Amsterdam), worked four furlongs in 52.0 seconds at Monmouth Park. It was the 82nd fastest of 94 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In his last start he won the Amsterdam (G2) going 6 1/2 furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on July 28 for trainer Jorge Delgado.
Newgrange (Violence), a Grade 2 winner (2023 San Pasqual), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Los Alamitos. It was the 19th fastest of 31 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Los Alamitos. In his last start he placed seventh in the Santa Anita Handicap (G1) going 1 1/4 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on March 4 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Offlee Naughty (Flashback), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Charles Whittingham), worked five furlongs in 1:04.4 on turf at Del Mar. It was the 15th fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed second in the San Juan Capistrano (G3) going 1 3/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on June 18 for trainer Michael McCarthy.
Scaramouche (Munnings), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Gallant Bob), worked five furlongs in 1:01.5 at Parx Racing. It was the second fastest of 16 works at the distance. His previous work was 10 days ago going five furlongs at Parx Racing. In his last start he placed seventh in the Gulfstream Park Sprint going six furlongs on the main track at Gulfstream Park on Feb. 25 for trainer Guadalupe Preciado.
Speak of the Devil (Wootton Bassett), a Grade 2 winner (2022 Distaff Turf Mile), worked four furlongs in 50.5 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 56th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fifth in the Just a Game (G1) going one mile on the turf at Belmont Park on June 9 for trainer Chad Brown.
Spirit of Makena (Ghostzapper), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Triple Bend), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Del Mar. It was the 60th fastest of 132 works at the distance. His previous work was five days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed 12th in the Bing Crosby (G1) going six furlongs on the main track at Del Mar on July 29 for trainer George Papaprodromou.
Stolen Base (Bodemeister), a Grade 2 winner (2022 American Turf), worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at Churchill Training. It was the 23rd fastest of 32 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Churchill Training. In his last start he placed fourth in an allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Ellis Park on July 30 for trainer Mike Maker.
Balnikhov (Adaay), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2023 San Francisco Mile, 2022 Bryan Station), worked five furlongs in 1:02.8 on turf at Del Mar. It was the fastest of 17 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed second in the Eddie Read (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Del Mar on July 30 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Beer Can Man (Can the Man), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2021 Turf Monster, 2020 Cecil B. DeMille), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds on turf at Del Mar. It was the fourth fastest of 15 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in an allowance race going five furlongs on the turf at Del Mar on Aug. 4 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Canoodling (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Wilshire, 2022 Megahertz), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 38th fastest of 168 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In her last start she placed seventh in the Osunitas going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on July 22 for trainer Mike Puype.
Dolce Zel (Zelzal), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Lake George, 2022 Florida Oaks), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the 17th fastest of 25 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going three furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she placed sixth in the Matriarch (G1) going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on Dec. 4 for trainer Chad Brown.
Wit (Practical Joke), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2022 Bay Shore, 2021 Sanford), worked four furlongs in 48.7 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 22nd fastest of 91 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going five furlongs at Saratoga. In his last start he placed eighth in the Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Gulfstream Park on Jan. 28 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Arabian Knight (Uncle Mo), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Southwest), worked four furlongs in 47.6 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 13th fastest of 168 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going seven furlongs at Del Mar. 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 trainer Bob Baffert.
Azul Coast (Super Saver), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Native Diver), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds on turf at Del Mar. It was the second fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed second in the Cougar II (G3) going 1 1/2 miles on the main track at Del Mar on July 23 for trainer Bob Baffert.
Becky’s Joker (Practical Joke), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Schuylerville), worked four furlongs in 47.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the fourth fastest of 66 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed seventh in the Adirondack (G3) going 6 1/2 furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on Aug. 6 for trainer Gary Contessa.
Cellist (Big Blue Kitten), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Louisville), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 11th fastest of 40 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in the Kentucky Downs Preview Turf Cup going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Ellis Park on Aug. 6 for trainer Rusty Arnold.
Champions Dream (Justify), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Nashua), worked four furlongs in 47.8 seconds at Saratoga. It was the fifth 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 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.
Clapton (Brethren), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Ghostzapper), worked five furlongs in 1:00.1 at Gulfstream Park. It was the second fastest of 22 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four 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.
Dr B (Liam’s Map), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Go for Wand), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Saratoga. It was the ninth fastest of 91 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed second in the Honorable Miss Handicap (G2) going six furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on July 26 for trainer Butch Reid.
English Bee (English Channel), a Grade 3 winner (2019 Commonwealth Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:02.2 at Fair Hill. It was the 18th fastest of 25 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 Kelso (G3) going one mile on the turf at Saratoga on July 15 for trainer Graham Motion.
Eons (Giant’s Causeway), a Grade 3 winner (2019 Kent), worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Fair Hill. It was the seventh fastest of 25 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five 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.
Fun and Feisty (Midshipman), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Pocahontas), worked three furlongs in 35.0 seconds at Keeneland. It was the fastest of 19 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed seventh in the Beaumont (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Keeneland on April 16 for trainer Kenny McPeek.
Hit Show (Candy Ride), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Withers), 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 placed fifth in the Jim Dandy (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga on July 29 for trainer Brad Cox.
Ice Dancing (Frosted), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Santa Ynez), worked three furlongs in 37.0 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 16th fastest of 36 works at the distance. Her previous work was eight days ago going two furlongs at Del Mar. In her last start she won the Santa Ynez (G3) going seven furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on Jan. 8 for trainer Richard Mandella.
Kirstenbosch (Midnight Lute), a Grade 3 winner (2023 La Canada), worked four furlongs in 48.6 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 52nd fastest of 168 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she placed fourth in the Clement L. Hirsch (G1) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on Aug. 5 for trainer John Sadler.
Liguria (War Front), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Jimmy Durante), worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Saratoga. It was the sixth fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fifth in the Lake George (G3) going one mile on the turf at Saratoga on July 21 for trainer Chad Brown.
Majestic Eagle (Medaglia d’Oro), a Grade 3 winner (2019 American), worked five furlongs in 1:02.2 at Del Mar. It was the 107th fastest of 132 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed sixth in a claiming race going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on Aug. 13 for trainer Neil Drysdale.
Maltese Falcon (Caravaggio), a Grade 3 winner (2023 La Jolla Handicap), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Del Mar. It was the 69th fastest of 168 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he won the La Jolla Handicap (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Del Mar on Aug. 6 for trainer Leonard Powell.
Midnight Stroll (Not This Time), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Delaware Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Saratoga. It was the fifth fastest of 12 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed fourth in an allowance race going one mile on the main track at Saratoga on July 19 for trainer John Terranova.
Miles Ahead (Competitive Edge), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Smile Sprint Invitational), worked four furlongs in 51.4 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 79th fastest of 85 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed third in the Kelly’s Landing going 6 1/2 furlongs on the main track at Ellis Park on July 1 for trainer Paul McGee.
Motorious (Muhaarar), a Grade 3 winner (2023 San Simeon), worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds on turf at Del Mar. It was the fifth fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Del Mar. In his last start he placed second in the Twin Spires Turf Sprint (G2) going 5 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Churchill Downs on May 6 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Occult (Into Mischief), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Monmouth Oaks), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 29th fastest of 73 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she won the Monmouth Oaks (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Monmouth Park on July 29 for trainer Chad Brown.
Petulante (Arrogate), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Salvator Mile), worked three furlongs in 37.8 seconds at Gulfstream Park. It was the 29th fastest of 40 works at the distance. His previous work was 34 days ago going four furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In his last start he won the Salvator Mile (G3) going one mile on the main track at Monmouth Park on June 17 for trainer Victor Barboza Jr.
Pioneer of Medina (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Mineshaft), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 63rd fastest of 85 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going three furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he placed sixth in the Blame (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on June 3 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
Safeen (War Front), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Pucker Up), worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at Keeneland. It was the 22nd fastest of 40 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start she won the Pucker Up (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Ellis Park on Aug. 6 for trainer Eddie Kenneally.
Sparkle Blue (Hard Spun), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Valley View), worked five furlongs in 1:02.2 at Fair Hill. It was the 18th fastest of 25 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she won the Big Dreyfus going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Laurel Park on July 15 for trainer Graham Motion.
Speed Boat Beach (Bayern), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Cecil B. DeMille), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Los Alamitos. It was the 23rd fastest of 43 works at the distance. His previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Los Alamitos. In his last start he won the Cecil B. DeMille (G3) going one mile on the turf at Del Mar on Dec. 4 for trainer Bob Baffert.
Surprisingly (Mastery), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Endeavour), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds at Saratoga. It was the 12th fastest of 66 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Saratoga. In her last start she placed second in the WinStar Matchmaker (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Monmouth Park on July 22 for trainer Shug McGaughey.
Verifying (Justify), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Indiana Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:00.6 at Saratoga. It was the sixth fastest of 29 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five 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 trainer Brad Cox.
Wondrwherecraigis (Munnings), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Bold Ruler Handicap), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Laurel Park. It was the 21st fastest of 30 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last race. In his last start he placed second in the Frank J. De Francis Memorial Dash going six furlongs on the main track at Laurel Park on July 29 for trainer Brittany Russell.