Aiming for a possible start next month in the Grade 2 San Diego Handicap at Del Mar, 4-year-old
Arabian Knight worked Saturday morning for trainer Bob Baffert.
Unraced
since he finished fourth in the 2023 Breeders’ Cup Classic at Del Mar, the Uncle
Mo colt went six furlongs in 1:12.6 on the fast main track at Santa Anita.
Arabian
Knight won last year’s Pacific Classic (G1) and may try for a repeat
victory Aug. 31, also at Del Mar.
There
were 55 graded-stakes winners on the Saturday work tab across the U.S. and Canada.
Arabian
Knight (Uncle Mo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Pacific
Classic), worked six furlongs in 1:12.6 at Santa Anita on Saturday morning. It
was the fastest of three works at the distance. His previous work was seven
days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed fourth
in the Breeders’ Cup Classic going 1 1/4 miles on the main track at Santa Anita
on Nov. 4 for trainer Bob Baffert.
Book’em Danno (Bucchero), a Grade 1 winner (2024 Woody
Stephens), worked three furlongs in 36.8 seconds at Monmouth Park. It was the
fifth fastest of 34 works at the distance. This was his first work since his
last race. In his last start he won the Woody Stephens (G1) going seven
furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on June 8 for trainer Derek Ryan.
Gold Phoenix (Belardo), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Frank E.
Kilroe Mile), worked five furlongs in 1:02.6 at Santa Anita. It was the eighth
fastest of 13 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going
four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won the Charles Whittingham
(G2) going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on May 4 for trainer Phil D’Amato.
Highland Chief (Gleneagles), a Grade 1 winner (2022 Man o’
War), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of 27
works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs
at Fair Hill. In his last start he placed fourth in the Dinner Party (G3) going
1 1/8 miles on the turf at Pimlico on May 18 for trainer Graham Motion.
Sweet Azteca (Sharp Azteca), a Grade 1 winner (2024
Beholder Mile), worked five furlongs in 58.2 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the
fastest of 49 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going
five furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she won the Beholder Mile (G1)
going one mile on the main track at Santa Anita on March 9 for trainer Michael
McCarthy.
The Chosen Vron (Vronsky), a Grade 1 winner (2023 Bing
Crosby), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the 71st
fastest of 103 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago
going three furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won the Thor’s Echo
going six furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on May 25 for trainer Eric
Kruljac.
Buchu (Justify), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2024
Appalachian, 2023 Jessamine), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Churchill
Downs. It was the 96th fastest of 118 works at the distance. Her previous work
was seven days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In her last start
she placed second in the Regret (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Churchill
Downs on June 1 for trainer Phil Bauer.
Fluffy Socks (Slumber), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2023
Distaff Turf Mile, 2021 Sands Point), worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at
Belmont Park. It was the 71st fastest of 184 works at the distance. Her
previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her
last start she won the Gallorette (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at
Pimlico on May 18 for trainer Chad Brown.
Kathleen O. (Upstart), a two-time Grade 2 winner (2022
Gulfstream Park Oaks, 2022 Davona Dale), worked five furlongs in 1:03.8 at
Monmouth Park. It was the sixth fastest of 11 works at the distance. Her
previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In her
last start she won the Serena’s Song going one mile and 70 yards on the main
track at Monmouth Park on May 12 for trainer Shug McGaughey.
Affirmative Lady (Arrogate), a Grade 2 winner (2023
Gulfstream Park Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Delaware Park. It was
the fastest of 21 works at the distance. Her previous work was 11 days ago
going five furlongs at Delaware Park. In her last start she placed 11th in the
Kentucky Oaks (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on
May 5 for trainer Graham Motion.
Cabo Spirit (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 2 winner (2022
Twilight Derby), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at San Luis Rey. It was the
seventh fastest of 25 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days
ago going five furlongs at San Luis Rey. In his last start he placed sixth in
the Seabiscuit Handicap (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Del Mar on Nov.
25 for trainer George Papaprodromou.
Chatalas (Gun Runner), a Grade 2 winner (2023
Chandelier), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Churchill Training. It was
the ninth fastest of 34 works at the distance. Her previous work was 15 days
ago going four furlongs at Churchill Training. In her last start she placed
second in the Blue Norther going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on Dec. 29
for trainer Mark Glatt.
Coffee in Bed (Curlin), a Grade 2 winner (2024 Santa
Maria), worked five furlongs in 1:01.2 at Santa Anita. It was the 20th fastest
of 49 works at the distance. Her previous work was 10 days ago going five
furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she placed second in the Santa
Margarita (G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on May 26 for
trainer Richard Mandella.
Dicey Mo Chara (Adaay), a Grade 2 winner (2022 San
Gabriel), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the 12th
fastest of 15 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going
four furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed seventh in the
Charles Whittingham (G2) going 1 1/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on May 4
for trainer Leonard Powell.
Dynamic Pricing (Night of Thunder), a Grade 2 winner (2024
Edgewood), worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the
29th fastest of 103 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago
going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she won the Edgewood
(G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Churchill Downs on May 3 for trainer
Chad Brown.
Everso Mischievous (Into Mischief), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Forty Niner),
worked five furlongs in 1:01.2 at Churchill Downs. It was the 10th fastest of
18 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going five
furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he won an allowance race going
one mile on the main track at Churchill Downs on May 31 for trainer Brad Cox.
Integration (Quality Road), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Hill
Prince), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Fair Hill. It was the 18th
fastest of 39 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going
five furlongs at Fair Hill. In his last start he placed fourth in the Turf
Classic (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Churchill Downs on May 4 for
trainer Shug McGaughey.
Last Samurai (Malibu Moon), a Grade 2 winner (2022
Oaklawn Handicap), worked six furlongs in 1:11.4 at Churchill Training. It was
the only work at the distance. His previous work was 13 days ago going six
furlongs at Churchill Training. In his last start he placed seventh in the
Blame (G3) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on June 1 for
trainer Eddie Milligan Jr.
Offlee Naughty (Flashback), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Charles
Whittingham), worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the
59th fastest of 103 works at the distance. This was his first work since his
last race. In his last start he placed fifth in the San Juan Capistrano (G3)
going 1 3/4 miles on the turf at Santa Anita on June 16 for trainer Michael
McCarthy.
Parnac (Zarak), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Flower
Bowl), worked four furlongs in 51.8 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 100th
fastest of 103 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago
going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she placed fifth in the
Sheepshead Bay (G3) going 1 3/8 miles on the turf at Belmont at the Big A on
May 3 for trainer Christophe Clément.
Power Squeeze (Union Rags), a Grade 2 winner (2024
Gulfstream Park Oaks), worked four furlongs in 51.4 seconds at Monmouth Park.
It was the 59th fastest of 80 works at the distance. Her previous work was
seven days ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In her last start she
placed third in the Acorn (G1) going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Saratoga
on June 7 for trainer Jorge Delgado.
Red Carpet Ready (Oscar Performance), a Grade 2 winner (2023
Eight Belles), worked three furlongs in 35.8 seconds at Keeneland. It was the
second fastest of 30 works at the distance. Her previous work was six days ago
going three furlongs at Keeneland. In her last start she placed eighth in the
Derby City Distaff (G1) going seven furlongs on the main track at Churchill
Downs on May 4 for trainer Rusty Arnold.
Segesta (Ghostzapper), a Grade 2 winner (2024 Wonder
Again), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 25th
fastest of 103 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago
going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In her last start she won the Wonder Again
(G2) going 1 1/8 miles on the turf at Belmont at the Big A on May 27 for
trainer Chad Brown.
Sparkle Blue (Hard Spun), a Grade 2 winner (2024
Hillsborough), worked five furlongs in 1:01.8 at Fair Hill. It was the 12th
fastest of 27 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last
race. In her last start she placed ninth in the New York (G1) going 1 3/16
miles on the turf at Saratoga on June 7 for trainer Graham Motion.
Sugar Fish (Accelerate), a Grade 2 winner (2024
Summertime Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Santa Anita. It was the
12th fastest of 49 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago
going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she won the Summertime
Oaks (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Santa Anita on June 8 for
trainer Jeff Mullins.
Three Witches (Into Mischief), a Grade 2 winner (2024
Santa Monica), worked four furlongs in 48.8 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the
34th fastest of 103 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago
going four furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last start she placed seventh in the
Derby City Distaff (G1) going seven furlongs on the main track at Churchill
Downs on May 4 for trainer Michael McCarthy.
Trikari (Oscar Performance), a Grade 2 winner (2024
American Turf), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Fair Hill. It was the fastest
of 27 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going four
furlongs at Fair Hill. In his last start he placed third in the Penn Mile (G3)
going one mile on the turf at Penn National on May 31 for trainer Graham Motion.
Watsonville (Jack Milton), a Grade 2 winner (2023 Mathis
Mile), worked five furlongs in 59.8 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the second
fastest of 49 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going
five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won the Mathis Mile (G2)
going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita on Dec. 26 for trainer Mark Glatt.
Endlessly (Oscar Performance), a three-time Grade 3
winner (2024 Jeff Ruby Steaks, 2023 Zuma Beach, 2023 Del Mar Juvenile Turf),
worked five furlongs in 1:02.4 at Santa Anita. It was the 42nd fastest of 49
works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs
at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed ninth in the Kentucky Derby going 1
1/4 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on May 4 for trainer Michael
McCarthy.
Honor D Lady (Honor Code), a two-time Grade 3 winner
(2024 Royal Delta, 2023 Remington Park Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:02.6 at
Monmouth Park. It was the fifth fastest of 11 works at the distance. Her
previous work was six days ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In her
last start she placed second in the Lady’s Secret going 1 1/16 miles on the
main track at Monmouth Park on June 8 for trainer Saffie Joseph Jr.
Jaxon Traveler (Munnings), a two-time Grade 3 winner (2024
Whitmore, 2022 Maryland Sprint), worked three furlongs in 38.4 seconds at
Turfway Park. It was the fifth fastest of 11 works at the distance. His
previous work was seven days ago going five furlongs at Turfway Park. In his
last start he placed fifth in the Maryland Sprint (G3) going six furlongs on
the main track at Pimlico on May 18 for trainer Steve Asmussen.
Mission of Joy (Kitten’s Joy), a two-time Grade 3 winner
(2023 Regret, 2023 Florida Oaks), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Fair Hill.
It was the fastest of 27 works at the distance. This was her first work since
her last race. In her last start she placed third in the Just a Game (G1) going
one mile on the turf at Saratoga on June 7 for trainer Graham Motion.
Mucho Del Oro (Mucho Macho Man), a two-time Grade 3 winner
(2024 Daytona, 2024 San Simeon), worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Santa
Anita. It was the 21st fastest of 36 works at the distance. His previous work
was seven days ago going five furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he won
the Daytona (G3) going 6 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Santa Anita on May 26 for
trainer Doug O’Neill.
Roses for Debra (Liam’s Map), a two-time Grade 3 winner
(2024 Giant’s Causeway, 2023 Caress), worked four furlongs in 50.5 seconds at
Saratoga. It was the 21st fastest of 42 works at the distance. This was her
first work since her last race. In her last start she placed second in the
Intercontinental (G2) going 5 1/2 furlongs on the turf at Saratoga on June 7
for trainer Christophe Clément.
Beatbox (Pioneerof the Nile), a Grade 3 winner (2024
Fair Grounds), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Keeneland. It was the
10th fastest of 56 works at the distance. This was his first work since his
last race. In his last start he placed fifth in the Monmouth (G3) going 1 1/8
miles on the turf at Monmouth Park on June 15 for trainer Cherie DeVaux.
Big City Lights (Mr. Big), a Grade 3 winner (2024 Palos
Verdes), worked four furlongs in 50.6 seconds at Santa Anita. It was the 93rd
fastest of 103 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago
going three furlongs at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed third in the
Triple Bend (G2) going seven furlongs on the main track at Santa Anita on June
1 for trainer Richard Mandella.
Dean Delivers (Cajun Breeze), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Smile
Sprint), worked five furlongs in 1:03.4 at Delaware Park. It was the eighth
fastest of 21 works at the distance. His previous work was 11 days ago going
five furlongs at Delaware Park. In his last start he won the Mr. Prospector
going six furlongs on the main track at Monmouth Park on May 27 for trainer
Edward Allard.
Delahaye (Medaglia d’Oro), a Grade 3 winner (2024 Mint Julep), worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Churchill Downs.
It was the 73rd fastest of 118 works at the distance. Her previous work was six
days ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In her last start she won the Mint Julep (G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Churchill Downs
on June 2 for trainer Chad Brown.
Durante (Distorted Humor), a Grade 3 winner (2023
Bold Ruler), worked three furlongs in 38.0 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the
20th fastest of 36 works at the distance. His previous work was 37 days ago
going four furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed fifth in the
Runhappy (G3) going six furlongs on the main track at Belmont at the Big A on
May 11 for trainer David Jacobson.
Freeport Joe (English Channel), a Grade 3 winner (2021
Berkeley Handicap), worked five furlongs in 1:01.6 at Pleasanton. It was the
12th fastest of 33 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago
going four furlongs at Pleasanton. In his last start he placed seventh in the
San Francisco Mile (G3) going one mile on the turf at Golden Gate Fields on
April 27 for trainer Gloria Haley.
Hidden Connection (Connect), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Pocahontas), worked
four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was the 81st fastest of
118 works at the distance. Her previous work was 10 days ago going four
furlongs at Churchill Downs. In her last start she placed fifth in the Shawnee
(G3) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on June 1 for trainer
Bret Calhoun.
Hit Show (Candy Ride), a Grade 3 winner (2023
Withers), worked five furlongs in 1:00.0 at Churchill Downs. It was the fastest
of 18 works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going five
furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he won an allowance race going 1
1/8 miles on the main track at Churchill Downs on May 11 for trainer Brad Cox.
Little Vic (Practical Joke), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Tom
Fool Handicap), worked four furlongs in 51.8 seconds at Monmouth Park. It was
the 63rd fastest of 80 works at the distance. His previous work was six days
ago going four furlongs at Monmouth Park. In his last start he placed third in
the Mr. Prospector going six furlongs on the main track at Monmouth Park on May
27 for trainer Wlaimar Suarez.
Masqueparade (Upstart), a Grade 3 winner (2021 Ohio
Derby), worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the 25th
fastest of 103 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last
race. In his last start he placed third in the Suburban (G2) going 1 1/4 miles
on the main track at Saratoga on June 8 for trainer Rob Atras.
Neecie Marie (Cross Traffic), a Grade 3 winner (2024
Beaugay), worked four furlongs in 49.3 seconds at Parx Racing. It was the 20th
fastest of 49 works at the distance. This was her first work since her last
race. In her last start she placed second in the New York (G1) going 1 3/16
miles on the turf at Saratoga on June 7 for trainer Butch Reid.
Prevalence (Medaglia d’Oro), a Grade 3 winner (2022
Commonwealth), worked four furlongs in 48.2 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was
the 19th fastest of 118 works at the distance. His previous work was nine days
ago going four furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last start he placed second
in the Maryland Sprint (G3) going six furlongs on the main track at Pimlico on
May 18 for trainer Brendan Walsh.
Runaway Storm (Midnight Storm), a Grade 3 winner (2023
Bryan Station), worked three furlongs in 38.6 seconds at Turfway Park. It was
the eighth fastest of 11 works at the distance. His previous work was seven
days ago going four furlongs at Turfway Park. In his last start he won the
Bryan Station (G3) going one mile on the turf at Keeneland on Oct. 28 for
trainer Ethan West.
Shidabhuti (Practical Joke), a Grade 3 winner (2024
Distaff), worked four furlongs in 48.4 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the
fourth fastest of 184 works at the distance. This was her first work since her
last race. In her last start she placed fourth in the Bed o’ Roses (G2) going
seven furlongs on the main track at Belmont at the Big A on June 15 for trainer
Chad Brown.
Sittin On Go (Brody’s Cause), a Grade 3 winner (2020
Iroquois), worked four furlongs in 51.2 seconds at Belmont Park. It was the
93rd fastest of 103 works at the distance. His previous work was 35 days ago
going three furlongs at Belmont Park. In his last start he placed fourth in an
allowance race going one mile and 70 yards on the main track at Penn National
on May 10 for trainer David Jacobson.
Straight No Chaser (Speightster), a Grade 3 winner (2023 Maryland Sprint),
worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Santa Anita. It was the 22nd fastest of 49
works at the distance. His previous work was seven days ago going four furlongs
at Santa Anita. In his last start he placed fourth in the Runhappy (G3) going
six furlongs on the main track at Belmont at the Big A on May 11 for trainer
Juan Landeros.
Sugoi (Karakontie), a Grade 3 winner (2024
Louisville), worked four furlongs in 50.2 seconds at Churchill Downs. It was
the 96th fastest of 118 works at the distance. This was his first work since
his last race. In his last start he placed second in the Chorleywood Overnight
going 1 3/8 miles on the turf at Churchill Downs on June 15 for trainer Mike
Maker.
That’s Right (Goldencents), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Turf
Monster), worked three furlongs in 36.2 seconds at Laurel Park. It was the
fastest of 15 works at the distance. This was his first work since his last
race. In his last start he placed fifth in an allowance race going 5 1/2
furlongs on the turf at Laurel Park on June 7 for trainer Michael Moore.
Tide of the Sea (English Channel), a Grade 3 winner (2021 W.
L. McKnight), worked five furlongs in 1:01.6 at Keeneland. It was the 10th
fastest of 24 works at the distance. His previous work was eight days ago going
five furlongs at Keeneland. In his last start he placed sixth in a starter
allowance race going 1 1/16 miles on the turf at Fair Grounds on Jan. 11 for
trainer Tom Morley.
Vergara (Noble Mission), a Grade 3 winner (2023
Marathon), worked five furlongs in 1:01.0 at Fair Hill. It was the fastest of
27 works at the distance. Her previous work was seven days ago going five
furlongs at Fair Hill. In her last start she placed third in the Keertana going
1 1/2 miles on the turf at Churchill Downs on May 25 for trainer Graham Motion.
We the People (Constitution), a Grade 3 winner (2022 Peter
Pan), worked two furlongs in 24.2 seconds at San Luis Rey. It was the fastest
of nine works at the distance. His previous work was 14 days ago going two
furlongs at San Luis Rey. In his last start he won an allowance race going 1
1/8 miles on the main track at Keeneland on April 28 for trainer Todd Pletcher.
