Gaming, who achieved a remarkable second place in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile on November 1, made a comeback on Monday with his first drill since that significant event. The juvenile offspring of Game Winner covered three furlongs at Santa Anita in a swift 36.6 seconds. Under the training of Bob Baffert, Gaming had previously won his maiden special weight debut and the Grade 1 Del Mar Futurity before facing his first defeat in the Breeders’ Cup, trailing behind stablemate Citizen Bull.

Witness the Monday Workouts of Graded Stakes Winners

Gaming's Return to Training

Gaming's return to the training track on Monday was a highly anticipated event. His performance of covering three furlongs in 36.6 seconds showcases his continued strength and potential. This workout follows his notable second-place finish in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile, and it gives hope for his future races. Bob Baffert's training has clearly been instrumental in preparing Gaming for these challenges. The speed at which he completed the three furlongs indicates his readiness to take on tougher competitions in the future.

Gaming's journey from his maiden special weight debut to the Grade 1 Del Mar Futurity and now his return to training is a testament to his talent and the hard work put in by his team. His setback in the Breeders’ Cup only serves to fuel his determination to come back stronger.

Motorious' First Drill Since Breeders’ Cup

Motorious also joined the training tab on Monday after his placement in the Breeders’ Cup. The Phil D’Amato-trained horse worked three furlongs in 37.0 seconds over the Santa Anita all-weather training track. With a history of winning the Green Flash (G3) in the last two years, Motorious showed great strength in the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint, missing a victory by a neck to Starlust. His Monday workout is an important step in his preparation for future races, and it gives fans and trainers alike a glimpse of his continued competitiveness.

The fact that Motorious is back on the track so soon after his Breeders’ Cup appearance shows his resilience and dedication to the sport. His training sessions are crucial in fine-tuning his skills and ensuring that he is in top form for upcoming races.

Other Graded Stakes Winners' Monday Workouts

These 19 graded-stakes winners from across the country had their own Monday morning workouts. Atone (Into Mischief), a Grade 1 winner in the 2023 Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational, worked three furlongs in 37.2 seconds at Churchill Downs, although it was the slower of two works at the distance. This was his first workout since his last race, where he placed sixth in a handicap going one mile on the turf at Kentucky Downs on September 1.

Each of these graded stakes winners has their own unique story and journey. Their Monday workouts are a sign of their continued commitment to the sport and their pursuit of excellence. From Gaming's impressive speed to Motorious' tenacity, these horses are setting the stage for exciting races in the future.

Gaming (Game Winner), a Grade 1 winner in the 2024 Del Mar Futurity, worked three furlongs in 36.6 seconds at Santa Anita on Monday morning, ranking third fastest among 20 works at the distance. Rattle N Roll (Connect), a Grade 1 winner in the 2021 Breeders’ Futurity, worked five furlongs in 59.8 seconds at Churchill Downs, being the fastest of six works at the distance. She Feels Pretty (Karakontie), a Grade 1 winner in the 2024 Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup, worked four furlongs in 47.2 seconds at Keeneland, ranking third fastest among 13 works at the distance.Stronghold (Ghostzapper), a Grade 1 winner in the 2024 Santa Anita Derby, worked four furlongs in 51.8 seconds at Santa Anita, being the 80th fastest among 82 works at the distance. Tenma (Nyquist), a Grade 1 winner in the 2024 Del Mar Debutante, worked five furlongs in 59.6 seconds at Santa Anita, ranking second fastest among 31 works at the distance. Cabo Spirit (Pioneerof the Nile), a two-time Grade 2 winner in the 2024 John Henry Turf Championship and 2022 Twilight Derby, worked five furlongs in 1:03.0 at Santa Anita, ranking 26th fastest among 31 works at the distance.Easter (Exosphere), a two-time Grade 2 winner in the 2023 San Gabriel and 2023 Seabiscuit Handicap, worked five furlongs in 1:00.8 at Santa Anita, ranking ninth fastest among 31 works at the distance. Masteroffoxhounds (War Front), a two-time Grade 2 winner in the 2022 John Henry Turf Championship and 2021 San Marcos, worked three furlongs in 37.6 seconds at Del Mar, being the faster of two works at the distance.Manny Wah (Will Take Charge), a Grade 2 winner in the 2022 Phoenix, worked four furlongs in 51.4 seconds at The Thoroughbred Center, ranking 38th fastest among 40 works at the distance. Salesman (Dubawi), a Grade 2 winner in the 2023 Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, worked four furlongs in 48.0 seconds at Del Mar, ranking second fastest among five works at the distance.Motorious (Muhaarar), a three-time Grade 3 winner in the 2024 Green Flash Handicap, 2023 Green Flash Handicap, and 2023 San Simeon, worked three furlongs in 37.0 seconds at Santa Anita, ranking fourth fastest among seven works at the distance. Repo Rocks (Tapiture), a two-time Grade 3 winner in the 2023 Westchester and 2023 Toboggan, worked four furlongs in 47.3 seconds at Parx Racing, being the fastest of nine works at the distance.Double Thunder (Super Saver), a Grade 3 winner in the 2021 Bashford Manor, worked three furlongs in 39.1 seconds at Highpoint Farm And Training Center, ranking sixth fastest among eight works at the distance. Happy American (Runhappy), a Grade 3 winner in the 2023 Louisiana, worked four furlongs in 49.8 seconds at Churchill Downs, ranking 13th fastest among 18 works at the distance. Maltese Falcon (Caravaggio), a Grade 3 winner in the 2023 La Jolla Handicap, worked four furlongs in 49.2 seconds at Santa Anita, ranking ninth fastest among 13 works at the distance.Medoro (Honor Code), a Grade 3 winner in the 2024 Providencia, worked four furlongs in 49.6 seconds at Santa Anita, ranking 51st fastest among 82 works at the distance. Running Bee (English Channel), a Grade 3 winner in the 2024 Monmouth, worked four furlongs in 50.0 seconds at Payson Park, being the second fastest among three works at the distance. Stay Hot (Summer Front), a Grade 3 winner in the 2023 Cecil B. DeMille, worked five furlongs in 1:01.4 at Santa Anita, ranking 13th fastest among 31 works at the distance.