As the 2026 Classic season looms ever closer, the spotlight intensifies on the three-year-olds.
Tomorrow’s feature, three-year-old non-winners of two call at 6 ½ furlongs, brings together 10 potential Classic aspirants in what promises to be a defining contest. This clash is an indicator of what is to come.
The Quick Galloper’s take on each of horses entered is provided below in draw order.
1 – WHATASPUN (USA)
Bay colt (March 16) by Spun To Run out of Miss Foo Foo
Trainer – Alford Brown
Jockey – Chris Mamdeen
Note – Races with blinkers off and figure 8 on
In four starts, Whataspun has yet to show any sign that winning is within reach.
2 – DARWIN
Bay colt (February 27) by Casual Trick out of Cape
Trainer – Richard Azan
Jockey – Tajay Suckoo – claims three kilogrammes
Note – Races with blinkers on and tongue tie off
Darwin was nowhere in the Jamaica Two-Year-Old Stakes. Making his first start of 2026, he looks in need of time to develop.
3 – VICTORIOUS LINKS
Bay filly (May 8) by Wester Warrior out of Victory Turn
Trainer – Lawrence Freemantle
Jockey – Shane Richardson
Victorious Links won on debut and is noted for her speed. The 6 ½ furlongs may stretch her stamina.
4 – COMMUNA TRECE (USA)
Bay colt (May 28) by Maximum Security out of My Anguilla
Trainer – Oral Hayden
Jockey – Reyan Lewis
Note – Races with blinkers and tongue tie off
The elder statesman of the field, but his record offers no encouragement that a win is likely here.
5 – STARDOM
Bay colt (April 4) by Sensational Slam out of Trinket Box
Trainer – Gary Subratie
Jockey – Dane Dawkins
Note – Races with tongue tie on
A full brother to Derby winner Calculus, Stardom was dominant on debut, scoring by eight lengths. Well-prepared and bred to stay, he is on course for a second straight win.
6 – UNCLE NALLY
Bay colt (May 27) by Successful Native out of Kit De Luca
Trainer – Robert Pearson
Jockey – Demar Williams – claims one kilogramme
Broke his maiden on December 14, 2025, then finished third in non-two company at six furlongs. The extra half-furlong should suit him. A contender for exotic wagers.
7 – FIDELITY
Bay gelding (March 28) by Bern Identity out of Hush My Darling
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Clive Lynch
Note – Races with tongue tie on
Known for unpredictable behaviour. Finished well down the line in the Two-Year-Old Stakes and then disappointed in non-two. Hard to support for a winning run.
8 – BIGGER BOSS
Bay colt (January 27) by Bern Identity out of Woman Is Boss
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Tevin Foster
Ran on for fourth in the Two-Year-Old Stakes (Dec 26, 2025), then shed the maiden tag over seven furlongs on January 10. Handles 6 ½ furlongs well and has been working positively in the mornings. Strong chance to score again.
9 – LONDON SPIRIT
Bay colt (February 6) by Bern Identity out of Blufield
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Robert Halledeen
Consistent across five starts before finally breaking through on February 14. His run-on style makes 6 ½ furlongs a touch short, but he will be closing late. Worth including in exotic bets.
10 – MIDNIGHT TRAVELLER
Chestnut filly (February 13) by Aveenu Malcainu out of Esperanza Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Shaheem Gordon – claims three kilogrammes
Far from her best in recent outings. Difficult to recommend.
CONCLUSION
Stardom looks the class act; he is the one they have to beat.
Bigger Boss has shown steady progress, he should be right there at the finish.
Uncle Nally continues to improve and the extra half-furlong will suit his running style.
London Spirit is consistent and will be closing late, though the trip may be a shade short for his best. Still, he is worth including in the minor placings.
