Breeders' Cup Set for a Spooky Showdown: Will It Be Sweet or Sour?
The Breeders' Cup at Del Mar on Halloween is shaping up to be a thrilling event for young horses, with five races scheduled on All Hallows' Eve. As the stakes are high and the competition fierce, only time will tell if this young crop of thoroughbreds will deliver treats or tricks.
One highlight of the evening will be the Juvenile Stakes, considered the premier pathway to the Kentucky Derby. With a modest record two winners in 40 attempts, it remains to be seen whether Todd Pletcher's Todd Pletcher trained colt Ted Noffey can continue his winning ways. Can this talented youngster keep up with his rivals and claim a spot on the coveted first Saturday in May?
Another electrifying event will be the Turf Sprint, where youngsters will face off over five furlongs of Jimmy Durante turf course at Del Mar. Schwarzenegger has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in two career starts, but will he be able to dominate an international field featuring entrants from across Europe?
Meanwhile, the Juvenile Fillies Stakes boasts an impressive contender in Bottle of Rouge, daughter of Vino Rosso who impressed with a stellar performance in the Del Mar Debutante. Trained by Bob Baffert, this talented filly has been touted as the "other" star in Baffert's barn.
Lastly, the Juvenile Turf promises to be an exciting spectacle, especially with Street Beast, a seasoned thoroughbred that has dominated two starts at Kentucky Downs. With his impressive form and dominance over the turf course, he is likely to emerge victorious.
As the horses prepare for their battles on Halloween night, only time will reveal whether this talented crop of youngsters will deliver sweet treats or sour surprises.
The Breeders' Cup at Del Mar on Halloween is shaping up to be a thrilling event for young horses, with five races scheduled on All Hallows' Eve. As the stakes are high and the competition fierce, only time will tell if this young crop of thoroughbreds will deliver treats or tricks.
One highlight of the evening will be the Juvenile Stakes, considered the premier pathway to the Kentucky Derby. With a modest record two winners in 40 attempts, it remains to be seen whether Todd Pletcher's Todd Pletcher trained colt Ted Noffey can continue his winning ways. Can this talented youngster keep up with his rivals and claim a spot on the coveted first Saturday in May?
Another electrifying event will be the Turf Sprint, where youngsters will face off over five furlongs of Jimmy Durante turf course at Del Mar. Schwarzenegger has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in two career starts, but will he be able to dominate an international field featuring entrants from across Europe?
Meanwhile, the Juvenile Fillies Stakes boasts an impressive contender in Bottle of Rouge, daughter of Vino Rosso who impressed with a stellar performance in the Del Mar Debutante. Trained by Bob Baffert, this talented filly has been touted as the "other" star in Baffert's barn.
Lastly, the Juvenile Turf promises to be an exciting spectacle, especially with Street Beast, a seasoned thoroughbred that has dominated two starts at Kentucky Downs. With his impressive form and dominance over the turf course, he is likely to emerge victorious.
As the horses prepare for their battles on Halloween night, only time will reveal whether this talented crop of youngsters will deliver sweet treats or sour surprises.