HorseRacing
Track Workouts of Graded-Stakes Winners
2024-11-20
Photo: Jason Moran / Eclipse Sportswire showcases the active racing scene. Carson’s Run, a 3-year-old colt trained by Christophe Clement, worked four furlongs at Belmont Park on Wednesday. This was ahead of an expected start in the Grade 1 Hollywood Derby. The colt breezed in 50.0 seconds, ranking 38th out of 66 at that distance. Carson’s Run has had an impressive year, winning the Jockey Club Derby (G3) and the Saratoga Derby (G1), and finishing second in the Nashville Derby (G3) at Kentucky Downs.
Track Work Insights
Carson’s Run (Cupid)
This Grade 1 winner, who won the 2024 Saratoga Derby Invitational, put in a four-furlong workout at Belmont Park on Wednesday morning. It was the 38th fastest among 66 works at that distance. His previous workout was 10 days ago over the same distance at Belmont Park. In his last race, he triumphed in the Jockey Club Derby Invitational (G3) over 1 3/8 miles on the turf at Belmont Park on October 5.The consistent training and performance of Carson’s Run show his potential in upcoming races. His ability to handle different distances and track conditions makes him a force to be reckoned with.Get Smokin (Get Stormy)
A three-time Grade 2 winner, including the 2024 United Nations, 2023 Kentucky Turf Cup, and 2020 Hill Prince, Get Smokin worked five furlongs at Woodbine on Wednesday morning. This was the fastest among three works at that distance. His previous workout was six days ago over four furlongs at Woodbine. In his last race, he placed fifth in the Joe Hirsch Turf Classic (G1) over 1 1/2 miles on the turf at Belmont Park on September 28.Get Smokin’s speed and endurance are evident in his workouts and race performances. His ability to compete at the highest level is a testament to his training and natural talent.Red Route One (Gun Runner)
The Grade 2 winner, who won the 2024 New Orleans Classic, worked five furlongs at Churchill Downs on Wednesday morning. This was the fastest among eight works at that distance. His previous workout was seven days ago over five furlongs at Churchill Downs. In his last race, he won the Prairie Meadows Cornhusker Handicap (G3) over 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Prairie Meadows on July 6.Red Route One’s consistent training and winning streak demonstrate his competitiveness and ability to perform well in different tracks and conditions.Chateau (Flat Out)
A Grade 3 winner, having won the 2021 Tom Fool Handicap, Chateau worked three furlongs at Belmont Park on Wednesday morning. It was the 10th fastest among 16 works at that distance. This was his first workout since his last race. In his last start, he placed fourth in a claiming race over six furlongs on the main track at Saratoga on August 29.Chateau’s recent workout indicates his readiness to get back on the track and compete. His past performances show his potential in different race types.Life’s an Audible (Audible)
A Grade 3 winner, who won the 2024 Sweetest Chant, worked four furlongs at Gulfstream Park on Wednesday morning. It was the 14th fastest among 16 works at that distance. Her previous workout was seven days ago over four furlongs at Gulfstream Park. In her last race, she placed second in the Herecomesthebride (G3) over one mile on the turf at Gulfstream Park on March 2.Life’s an Audible’s performance in workouts and races showcases her talent and determination. Her ability to compete at a high level is a sign of her potential in future races.Nooni (Win Win Win)
A Grade 3 winner, having won the 2024 Sorrento, worked six furlongs at Santa Anita on Wednesday morning. This was the only work at that distance. Her previous workout was six days ago over four furlongs at Santa Anita. In her last race, she placed sixth in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies over 1 1/16 miles on the main track at Del Mar on November 1.Nooni’s workouts and race results show her progress and potential. Her ability to handle different distances and compete against tough opponents is a sign of her quality.V V’s Dream (Mitole)
A Grade 3 winner, who won the 2023 Pocahontas, worked four furlongs at Oaklawn on Wednesday morning. This was the fastest among 47 works at that distance. This was her first work since her last race. In her last start, she placed fourth in the Raven Run (G2) over seven furlongs on the main track at Keeneland on October 19.V V’s Dream’s impressive workout suggests her readiness to return to the track and continue her winning streak. Her past performances prove her ability to perform well in various races.Tuesday’s Workouts
One graded-stakes winner, Heroic Move (Quality Road), worked five furlongs at Delta Downs on Tuesday morning. It was the fastest among six works at that distance. His previous workout was 11 days ago over five furlongs at Delta Downs. In his last race, he placed fifth in the Fayette (G2) over 1 1/8 miles on the main track at Keeneland on October 26.Tuesday’s workouts add to the excitement of the racing season. The consistent training and performance of these horses give hope to racing enthusiasts.