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Didia's Return to the Track: A Look at Graded Stakes Winners
2024-11-28
Photo: Scott Serio / Eclipse Sportswire. Grade 1 winner Didia, who finished third in the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf, made a significant comeback on Thursday morning. She was back on the track at Keeneland, where she breezed three furlongs in 38.8 seconds on the synthetic training track. Trained by Ignacio Correas for Merriebelle Stable and Resolute Racing, this 6-year-old Orpen mare is now gearing up for her next race.
Witness the Resurgence of Grade 1 Winner Didia
Didia's First Workout Since Returning to Kentucky
Didia's return to Kentucky after her performance at Del Mar was highly anticipated. On Thursday morning, she took to the track for her first workout since that event. The three-furlong breeze in 38.8 seconds showcased her fitness and determination. Ignacio Correas, her trainer, has not yet revealed where she will race next, adding an element of mystery to her future endeavors.This workout is a crucial step in her training regimen as she prepares to compete at the highest level again. It gives her a chance to fine-tune her skills and get back into the rhythm of racing. The synthetic training track at Keeneland provides a unique surface that can enhance her performance and help her adapt to different racing conditions.Other Graded Stakes Winners on Thanksgiving Work Tab
There were several other notable graded stakes winners on the Thanksgiving work tab. Exaulted, a Grade 1 winner in the 2023 Shoemaker Mile, worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at The Thoroughbred Center. His previous work six days ago at the same venue showed his consistent training routine. In his last start, he placed seventh in the Lure going one mile on the turf at Santa Anita.Johannes, another Grade 1 winner in the 2024 Shoemaker Mile, worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Santa Anita. This was his first work since his last race, where he placed second in the Breeders’ Cup Mile. His performance at Santa Anita indicates his readiness for future competitions.Sugar Fish, a two-time Grade 2 winner in the 2024 Zenyatta and 2024 Summertime Oaks, worked five furlongs in 1:01.2 at Santa Anita. Her previous work seven days ago at the same track showed her progress. In her last start, she placed fifth in the Breeders’ Cup Distaff going 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Del Mar.Kinza, a two-time Grade 3 winner in the 2024 Santa Ysabel and 2024 Las Virgenes, worked five furlongs in 1:00.4 at Santa Anita. Her previous work six days ago at the same track demonstrated her consistent training. In her last start, she placed second in the Santa Anita Oaks (G2) going 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Santa Anita.Each of these horses has their own story and potential for success in the upcoming races. Their workouts provide valuable insights into their current form and readiness to compete at the highest level. As we follow their progress, we can expect some exciting races in the future.