The opening event on Saturday, August 1, 2026, is a maiden special weight for three-year-olds over 7 ½ furlongs.
Nine runners are entered, each still searching for that elusive first victory. The Quick Galloper assesses their chances in draw order.
1 – CROWN COURT
Bay colt (April 2) by Conquest Cherimash out of Black Bombshell
Trainer – Gary Subratie
Jockey – Reyan Lewis
Equipment Change – Tongue tie on
Showed a glimmer of ability when finishing fourth on July 18, though beaten a long way. The modest nature of that effort suggests Crown Court is best considered for a minor placing. The addition of a tongue tie may help sharpen his focus.
2 – CEE LILLIAN Bay filly (February 12) by Wannabeaplayer out of Princess Zella Trainer – Anthony Dixon
Jockey – Shane Richardson
Equipment Change – Figure 8 on
Four runs have yielded little to recommend her. Cee Lillian remains some distance away from being a genuine contender.
3 – RUN FOR ME
Chestnut filly (March 15) by Bern Identity out of Native Gold
Trainer – Steven Todd
Jockey – Richie Shakes
Equipment Change – Tongue tie on
Despite five starts, Run For Me has yet to show the spark required to trouble this field. Hard to fancy for more than participation.
4 – OUTRAGEOUS CONQUEST
Bay colt (March 11) by Conquest Cherimash out of Livi’s Outrageous
Trainer – Alford Brown
Jockey – Tyrese Anderson
Equipment Change – Visor on, tongue tie off
Debuted a month ago without leaving an impression. Morning reports suggest improvement, but race-day evidence is still awaited.
5 – MARIGOLD Bay filly (May 28) by Resurgence out of Francine
Trainer – Phillip Elliott
Jockey – Evertte Clunis
One start under her belt, Marigold remains inexperienced. She will need time and racing to develop into a serious threat.
6 – GREEN PAINT Bay filly (April 9) by Savoy Stomp out of Francia’s Pride
Trainer – Saqlain Roman
Jockey – Paul Francis
Equipment Change – Tongue tie on
Returned from an eight-month layoff on July 25 and reappears quickly. Likely requires more conditioning before showing her true ability.
7 – GOLDEN AMBASSADOR
Chestnut colt (May 7) by Shackleville out of Sunscape
Trainer – Paul Swaby
Jockey – Bebeto Harvey
Equipment Change – Tongue tie on
The standout on form, with two consecutive runner-up finishes. Proven over the distance, Golden Ambassador holds a clear advantage and looks poised to finally break through.
8 – SENSATIONAL DESTINY
Bay colt (March 17) by Successful Native out of Flying Machine
Trainer – Alford Brown
Jockey – Emelio McLean
Has yet to show meaningful form but could sneak into the trifecta or superfecta with improvement.
9 – BLOOD DIAMOND
Bay filly (April 20) by Conquest Cherimash out of Working Carol K
Trainer – Gregg Fennell
Jockey – Demar Williams
Seven starts have not produced much progress. Blood Diamond still appears to be learning the ropes.
