Uncover the Next Racing Stars

Friday at Del Mar

Runaway maiden winner Accuracy showed no hesitation in stepping up in class for a $40,000 allowance optional claimer. Facing four rivals, this 3-year-old daughter of Arrogate carved out impressive fractions of 22.94, 46.57, and 1:10.93 before pulling away to win the one-mile contest by a wide margin of 7 1/4 lengths in 1:35.85. It's clear that a stakes race is now on the horizon for this flashy watch list winner.

Accuracy's performance demonstrated her exceptional speed and ability to handle different race conditions. Her ability to maintain a consistent pace and then surge ahead at the right moment is a trait that sets her apart. With such a strong showing, she is sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming races.

Saturday at Gulfstream Park

Stunner, the 3-10 favorite in the 1 1/16-mile FTBOA Florida Sire My Dear Girl, ran below form. After setting fractions of 23.32, 47.49, and 1:13.21, she opened up a four-length lead but tired late. According to the Equibase GPS result chart, she ran her final quarter-mile in 29.07 seconds and finished second by a neck against the stretch-running My Denysse.

This marked a significant regression on the Daily Racing Form Beyer Speed Figure scale compared to her previous victory in the Tempted at Aqueduct. However, it's important to note that Stunner did act up a bit before the start, popping open her starting gate doors, which may have affected her performance. Despite this setback, she is still a horse worth watching again as she has shown her potential in the past.

Churchill Downs - Race 5

Patch Adams is a new addition to the watch list and has already made a big impression. After a pacesetting third-place finish in his debut sprinting six furlongs at Keeneland, he improved dramatically in his second start. The Brad Cox-trained juvenile pressed fractions of 22.51 and 45.14 seconds while racing outside rivals, took over through a stiff six furlongs in 1:08.60, and powered clear late to win by 10 1/2 lengths.

Patch Adams' performance was nothing short of spectacular. His ability to handle the pressure and make a decisive move at the right time is a testament to his talent. Reaching the finish line in 1:20.77, just 0.34 seconds off the track record set in 2012 by two-time Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Sprint winner Groupie Doll, indicates that the future looks very bright for this son of perennial leading North American sire Into Mischief.

Churchill Downs - Race 7

Disco Time picked up his first win as a member of the watch list when taking a one-mile, $100,000 allowance optional claimer, bringing his career tally to 2-for-2. The Brad Cox-trained juvenile dueled through fractions of 23.03, 45.51, and 1:09.83 over a quick-playing track before pulling away to win by 3 1/2 lengths in 1:34.98.

Disco Time's victory was a result of his determination and ability to stay focused throughout the race. His ability to handle different racing scenarios and come out on top is a valuable asset. With this win, he is now on the path to potentially competing in the Kentucky Derby.

Gulfstream Park - Race 10

Rated by Merit boosted his record to four wins from as many starts when delivering a watch list win in the 1 1/16-mile FTBOA Florida Sire In Reality. Victory was never in doubt for the Florida-bred juvenile as he set controlled fractions of 24.13, 48.92, and 1:14.14 and gradually extended his advantage to win by six lengths in 1:45.71, earning a 93 Beyer Speed Figure.

Rated by Merit's consistent performance and ability to perform under pressure make him a horse to watch. His ability to adapt to different race conditions and come out on top is a sign of his potential. Could a Kentucky Derby foray be next on his agenda?

Churchill Downs - Race 9

Good Cheer brought her career record to 4-for-4 and picked up her second win as a watch list member when delivering a comfortable victory in the 1 1/16-mile Golden Rod (G2). Favored at odds-on, the stoutly bred daughter of Medaglia d'Oro rated in fifth position before launching a rally around the far turn to take command and score by 2 1/2 lengths in 1:43.26.

Good Cheer's victory was a result of her strategic racing and ability to make a late charge. Her consistency and ability to perform in high-stakes races make her a horse to keep an eye on. Meanwhile, the previously unbeaten Eclatant is also worth watching again as she made her route debut and showed promise despite tiring down the lane.

Sunday at Churchill Downs

Booth is back in a big way. The speedy but inconsistent sprinter ended an eight-month layoff with victory in a 6 1/2-furlong, $125,000 allowance optional claimer. Pressing and setting splits of 22.45 and 45.28 seconds did not tire the 3-year-old son of Mitole, as he finished up nicely (final five-sixteenths of a mile in 30.11 seconds) to win by 1 1/2 lengths in 1:15.39.

Booth's comeback victory was a testament to his speed and determination. His ability to bounce back from a long layoff and perform at a high level is a sign of his talent. We are looking forward to seeing where this watch list winner heads next.