Having displayed her credentials in the Thornbird and The Portmore, Dream Catcher now faces her toughest test to date as she goes against 15 other three-year-old fillies all seeking Classic glory in the one-mile 1000 Guineas set for Saturday, June 6 at Caymanas Park.
The Quick Galloper’s assessment of the possible outcome of the first Classic in 2026 is shared below in draw order.
1 – LEXI LOU
Bay filly (June 3) by Aveenu Malcainu out of Herroyalhighness
Trainer – Gary Subratie
Jockey – Dane Dawkins
Priming at the right moment. Her strong gallop in the Portmore produced a fighting third. Since May 10 she has continued to impress in morning work. A genuine threat.
2 – AWESOME KITTY
Chestnut filly (May 18) by Patton Proud out of Playful Kitty
Trainer – Winchester McIntosh
Jockey – Paul Francis
Only broke her maiden three weeks ago. Faces a steep learning curve stepping into Classic company.
3 – MINNIEHAHA
Bay filly (February 23) by Savoy Stomp out of Red Gold
Trainer – Robert Pearson
Jockey – Shaheem Gordon
Equipment – Cheek pieces on
Swerved badly on May 23, losing all chance, yet rallied gamely to finish third just two lengths behind colt Strong Aveenu. Working well since, and with cheek pieces added, cannot be dismissed.
4 – TAYLOR MADE
Grey filly (April 14) by Aveenu Malcainu out of Another Fury
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Robert Halledeen
The early‑season leader until stablemate Dream Catcher emerged. Her speed is unquestioned, but stamina over a mile remains the issue. Fought bravely for second in the Portmore. Must be ridden with precision.
5 – GIVING THANKS
Bay filly (January 18) by Bern Identity out of Lightning Lily
Trainer – Philip Feanny
Jockey – Reyan Lewis
Equipment – Visor off
Has not progressed as expected. Fifth in the Thornbird, eight lengths adrift of Dream Catcher. Trainer removes the visor in hopes of improvement.
6 – SKY IS THE LIMIT
Chestnut filly (March 8) by Bern Identity out of Ransomware
Trainer – Peter‑John Parsard
Jockey – Ian Spence
Slowly away in the Portmore, then closed strongly. A better start could see her in the mix. Morning gallops have been encouraging.
7 – GULFSTREAM CAT
Bay filly (April 3) by Savoy Stomp out of Burning Clearance
Trainer – Carl Anderson
Jockey – Jemar Jackson T
he lone maiden in the field. Victory appears unlikely.
8 – CHARMING CHATTERBOX
Bay filly (February 4) by Successful Native out of Morning Glory
Trainer – Robert Pearson
Jockey – Demar Williams
Hampered on May 23 yet rallied for third, just 1½ lengths behind Strong Aveenu. At level weights with Dream Catcher, winning looks a tall order.
9 – ALIYA’S WILL
Chestnut filly (April 27) by Hedge Fund out of Crème De La
Trainer – Michael Spencer
Jockey – Shane Richardson
Equipment – Figure 8 on
Debut win was promising, but subsequent efforts against Senor Biscotti and Dream Catcher were disappointing. Unlikely to feature prominently.
10 – DREAM CATCHER
Bay filly (May 12) by Bern Identity out of Double Jeopardy
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Tevin Foster
The standout of the crop. Dominant in both the Thornbird and Portmore. At level weights, she is the one they all must beat.
11 – AUSTOA
Bay filly (May 7) by Sunshine N Shadow out of The Lady Scored
Trainer – Fitznahum Williams
Jockey – Phillip Parchment
Little chance of troubling the principals.
12 – SOCIAL STORM
Bay filly (April 12) by Aveenu Malcainu out of Stormy Silana
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Omar Walker
Only one start to date, but it was an impressive win. Lacks seasoning, yet her early speed could influence the race.
13 – PIPPA
Bay filly (February 28) by Fearless Princess out of Anabama Slama
Trainer – Richard Azan
Jockey – Bebeto Harvey
Equipment – Tongue tie on
Returned in the Portmore but failed to cope with the heat of battle. The task is even tougher here.
14 – TIA MARIA
Chestnut filly (February 2) by Bold Conquest out of Zacapa
Trainer – Anthony Nunes
Jockey – Raddesh Roman
Reappeared on May 23 after a long layoff, finishing sixth, eleven lengths behind Strong Aveenu. That run should bring her forward, but fit and proper can have a major impact in the outcome of this race.
15 – VICTORIOUS LINKS
Bay filly (May 8) by Western Mirror out of Victory Turn
Trainer – Lawrence Freemantle
Jockey – Wesley Henry
Speed is her asset, but the mile is likely beyond her reach.
16 – ANOTHER WOW
Bay filly (April 10) by Casual Trick out of Sarah Barracuda
Trainer – Anthony Nunes
Jockey – Tajay Suckoo
Stumbled at the start in the Portmore and was not pressed thereafter. Versatile enough to sit close and strike late. A live contender if things go right.
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