Toona Ciliata sparkles despite overwhelming odds of weight and distance – trainer Nunes speaks his mind
KINGSTON, Jamaica - In a performance that established Toona Ciliata as probably the best horse on the race track, the four-year-old chestnut gelding defied all odds, including the 130 lb in his back to win his second race in succession. Toona Ciliata defiant winning effort came last Saturday (July 11) in an Open Allowance call […]
Well revved up Race Car makes it three in a row
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Three-year-old American-bred grey/roan colt Race Car (Race Day – McDuffie) extended his unbeaten run to three wins from as many starts after a resounding spanking victory in a Restricted Stakes event on Sunday, July 12, 2020. THE RACE Running with the tongue tie on for the first time, the Spencer Chung-trained Race […]
Trainer Vincent Atkinson has his Best Daughter Ever
KINGSTON, Jamaica - After three career starts, American-bred three-year-old grey filly Best Daughter Ever registered her first win on local turf with a smooth but fighting performance. My Best Daughter Ever first visit to the winners’ circle came in a Restricted Allowance event going over the spectators’ journey of nine furlongs and 25 yards (1,820m) […]
Princess Ava highlights talent in compelling Overnight win
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Princess Ava, the Anthony Nunes-conditioned four-year-old bay filly, put in yet another impressive offering on Sunday (July 12) to defeat foes at the Overnight Allowance level. This was Princess Ava first attempt in the class while notching her third consecutive success. Showing no signs of rustiness are returning from a long break, […]
Duke shows versatility – wins sprint contest
KINGSTON, Jamaica - After a dominant win by Duke in a Restricted Allowance 111 event on Sunday (July 12), over a distance, many considered too short, trainer Gary Subratie said that his four-year-old grey colt is going to improve and do well at the classes above. After his Sunday win, Duke elevated himself to the […]
A closer look at the race meeting of Sunday, July 12, 2020
WEEKEND JAZZ SHOWS GOOD PROMISE Three-year-old chestnut colt Weekend Jazz (Adore The Gold – Kipling Weekend), running with first-time Lasix, showed more than just average ability. Weekend Jazz won a maiden condition race down the five-straight (1000m) course. Weekend Jazz, who was second on debut in March, was in a serious mood winning by nine […]
TRINIDAD RACING: Guineas dates moved again as purses are cut substantially
THE GUINEAS has finally found a date with history. It will now take the place of Trinidad Derby Stakes which is traditionally staged on September 24 at Santa Rosa Park. The Guineas is the first leg of the Triple Crown series, and this is the second time the date and purse have been changed. The […]
PREDICTION/ODDS for Saturday, July 18, 2020 posted on Quickgallop.com
KINGSTON, Jamaica - The PREDICTION/ODDS for all runners on the 10-race programme at Caymanas Park on Saturday, July 18, 2020 is ready and is posted on Quickgallop.com. To view press the PREDICTION/ODDS button at the top of the home page.
#US RACING: Watch Country Grammer win the Peter Pan Stakes on the first day of the Saratoga meet
Country Grammer and Irad Ortiz, Jr. slipped through on the rail turning for home, then battled Caracaro through the stretch before prevailing late to take the Peter Pan Stakes (G3) at Saratoga. Trained by Chad Brown and sent off as the 4-1 third choice in the race, the 3-year-old by Tonalist earned 50 Kentucky […]
#US RACING: Saratoga thoroughbred meet like no other opens with no fans
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (AP) — A thoroughbred racing season like no other in Saratoga Race Course's long history began Thursday under a gray sky, with jockeys wearing masks, a smattering of fans trying to peer through fencing to at least get a glimpse of the horses, and management hopeful of something good in spite of […]