Trainer Chad Brown has been dominating the racing scene at Tampa Bay Downs, especially with his Kentucky Derby prep races. His recent success includes a significant victory in the $250,000 Sam F. Davis Stakes for 3-year-olds, which offers crucial points toward the Kentucky Derby qualification. Brown’s horses have consistently performed well, with an impressive win rate of 41% at Tampa Bay Downs. Last Saturday, he secured four wins, including two stakes races. Meanwhile, other contenders like Poster and Owen Almighty also show strong potential but may find it challenging to outshine Brown’s current momentum.

Brown's Unmatched Success at Tampa Bay Downs

Trainer Chad Brown has established himself as a formidable force at Tampa Bay Downs, where his horses have been performing exceptionally well. With a winning percentage of 41%, Brown has demonstrated remarkable consistency, achieving 11 victories from just 27 starts. His ability to place horses on the board is equally impressive, with 21 in-the-money finishes. Last weekend alone, Brown claimed four wins, highlighting his dominance in both regular and stakes races.

Brown’s strategy appears to be paying off handsomely. In addition to the high win rate, even when his horses don’t secure the top spot, they often finish in the money. This trend was evident last Saturday when he won the Tampa Bay (G3) with Running Bee and the Endeavor (G3) with Saffron Moon. The trainer’s expertise and tactical acumen are clearly giving him an edge over competitors. Fans and bettors alike are taking note, as betting against Brown’s entries at Tampa Bay Downs seems increasingly risky.

Key Contenders in the Sam F. Davis Stakes

The upcoming $250,000 Sam F. Davis Stakes features several promising contenders, with Treaty of Rome, Poster, and Owen Almighty standing out. Treaty of Rome, trained by Chad Brown, has shown consistent performance, hitting the board in all three starts, including a maiden victory at Aqueduct. As a stalker, his style suits the track well, making him a strong candidate for success. Meanwhile, Poster, under trainer Eoin Harty, enters as the favorite, boasting a perfect 3-for-3 record, including a narrow win in the Remsen (G2).

Owen Almighty, despite a disqualification in the Pasco Stakes due to a foul that earned jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. a three-day suspension, remains a formidable competitor. The race dynamics will be intriguing, especially considering Ortiz’s return aboard Owen Almighty. Other notable entrants include John Hancock, who is expected to challenge for a top-three finish. While Poster brings class and experience, and Owen Almighty seeks redemption, the race could ultimately come down to whether anyone can match Brown’s current streak of success.