Magical Ways potential 6.5f next start did not fill. It may be brought back for Saturday's card, so Magical Ways will be entered on Wednesday if it's written. We'll keep you posted.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Magical Ways Update
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Lady Blitz Now Exercising a Mile
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Mo Temptation Recovery Update
Mo Temptation continues to do well during her R&R at Kingfisher Farm. She is on her final 30 days of her planned 90-day break. She remains on the same program from our last update, using the Eurociser daily along with turnout time in the afternoon.She will be re-evaluated towards the end of February and future plans will be determined from there.
Monday, January 23, 2023
Smart Shopping '21 Naming Process Continues
These names made the first cut. It appears Seize the Grey and Fifth Avenue are the favorites so far.
Pioneer Prince After Debut Report
After the race jockey Mike Smith told us that Pioneer Prince is a horse that should have a lot of room for upside. Smith added “he gave me a nice little run, got a little tired at the end but he wanted every part of the gallop out after he got his second wind.”
Pioneer Prince exited his debut in good order. He received a 55 Beyer Speed Figure and an 82 Equibase figure.
We stopped in to check on our son of Pioneerof the Nile and caught him hand walking which is a typical routine for a horse the day after a race. Trainer Richard Mandella will continue to give him a few easy days out of the race and let the horse tell him when he’s ready to return to the track.
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Magical Ways After Workout Report
We're a little late posting this, but here is the after-workout report on Magical Ways last week.
Magical Ways had his first breeze back this morning over the Belmont training track, covering four furlongs in 52.01 (35/39). The 4-year-colt has continued in good physical order since his third-place finish on Jan. 8.Pioneer Prince Finishes 10th in Debut
No, we're not worried!
The trainer, Richard Mandella, expressed to the partnership before the race that Pioneer Prince needed more experience and probably a bit more distance before he'll perform at peak.
In photos we saw posted by the partnership, Pioneer Prince is a gorgeous horse, very calm and well-behaved in the paddock. This race probably gave him a good foundation for later races, as well as bringing him to a sharper state of fitness.
Jockey Mike Smith commented that Pioneer Prince wanted every part of the gallop out, and did so strongly. That's a very good sign.
We'll post the after race summary when we receive it, and continue to post his progress in the weeks to come.
Jockey Mike Smith talks with partnership owners prior to race |
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Mike Smith Up for Pioneer Prince's Debut!
One Last Night '21 is Training Extremely Well!
Our Wootten Bassett filly with the temporary tag of One Last Night '21 is apparently doing great in training. A recent report from MRH stated:
"She continues to do well in her training at trainer Kenny McPeek’s farm and has even begun gate schooling and has been gliding through the process like a champ."
This filly arrived from a big sale in France with a lot of expectation and hope, and if all goes well, she may be running in some very big races here in America next summer. [Fingers crossed for her hopefully very bright future.]
If you're not familiar with her breeding or why she is such a standout, you might want to read HER PAGE on this site.
For info on her progress so far, see her UPDATES.
She's certainly a stunner.
Pioneer Prince Runs Bullet 3 Days Ahead of Debut
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Friday, January 13, 2023
Pioneer Prince Workout - Jan 13, 2023
Pioneer Prince worked on dirt, again at 6 furlongs, coming up on his January 21st Santa Anita debut.
(For reference, "I'm A Looker '21" was his previous tag before being registered as Pioneer Prince.)
Your comments for this horse were: I'm A Looker '21 - partnership
Date: January 13, 2023
Track: SANTA ANITA PARK
Distance: Six Furlongs
Time: 1.14:60 Handily
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 4/5
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Magical Ways After Race Update
We received an after-race report on Magical Ways today. There's some good news and some not-so-great news.
Good News First
Magical Ways bounced out of Sunday’s race in good order! Yay! It's encouraging when they race and have no setbacks. This was great news! But that said...Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Article on Charge It - Close relative to Secret Crush
Secret Crush's family has definitely made some waves...and is still making them.
This is a Thoroughbred Daily News article on Charge It who will run as a 4YO this year. Their dams are half-sisters.
Changes for this Site
After today, we're going to reduce the number of updates that we're posting. With eleven partnership horses now of racing age, things are going to start getting very busy especially as it gets later in the year!
We'll continue to post work outs, starts, "firsts," and any major progress updates on each horse, plus videos and photos when we have them to share, but otherwise we'll scale back on the "all the news/all the time" frequency of our posts.
We will still use this site in conjunction with our Facebook page - Rising Star Thoroughbreds - New Mexico. If you'd like to join our merry band of followers there, just click the highlighted name for a link.
Thanks for your interest in our partnership stable. We've had some bumps along the way -- and one tragedy in the non-training related death of the very promising Disdainful(IRE) -- but we hope there will be a lot of fun and celebration ahead.
Thanks for reading our blog.
Laurie and David
It all started with Zinger - our homebred. Seven wins and now happily retired with us. |
Song of the Lark '21 Trains in Texas
We've already posted about those 2YOs "reporting back for duty" at Wavertree in Ocala, but we also have a Texas youngster. Song of the Lark '21 is at the Asmussen training facility in Laredo, TX run by Keith Asmussen, father of top trainer Steve Asmussen, who will be the future trainer of this nice Uncle Mo colt.
Song of the Lark '21 is currently engaged in his saddle training at the farm, and it sounds as if he may be slightly behind the other group at Wavertree in his progress, but there's plenty of time until he's expected to make his first start later this year.
The Song of the Lark '21's update came with a photo of the handsome colt courtesy of the farm.
Being by top sire Uncle Mo and out of a very talented Seeking the Gold daughter, Song of the Lark (who has produced FIVE winners from seven starters including Canadian Horse of the Year Up With the Birds and Speightsong, who logged nine wins) we have high hopes for this boy!
Lady Blitz is Back from Vacation
As with our other 2YOs at Wavertree, Lady Blitz has now wrapped up her leisure time and is back on the clock as her training progresses. She also enjoyed swimming and daily paddock cruises as she took some well-earned time off.
In February, our daughter of Audible will begin her "speed work" if all goes according to plan, where she'll begin breezing at short distances and gradually increase her work distance over time.
We've been very pleased with Lady Blitz's training and progress, as she seems to be a level-headed sort who takes to training well and does almost everything right (change of leads, attentive, responds to cues, etc.)
We should have a video of our girl working to post soon.
Monday, January 9, 2023
The Elite Eleven
With the deeply felt demise of Disdainful(IRE) last week, our stable of athletes who were affectionately called "The Terrific Twelve" needed a new name for their collective.
After some thought, we decided to call our partnership group "The Elite Eleven" because we truly believe they represent some of the best and most promising Thoroughbred bloodlines in the industry, and many are showing great aptitude for their careers.
We're praying they all stay safe, sound and healthy as they move forward with this new chapter of their lives in 2023.
May the Force be with them all. Vaya Con Dios, Caballos.
Enchante '21 Returns to Training
Sarrocchi '21 Back To Work
Smart Shopping '21 Update
Secret Crush After Break Update
Secret Crush with one of the partners at a preview in Ocala, Florida. |
Sunday, January 8, 2023
Pioneer Prince - Change in Plan!
After Pioneer Prince's last work with top jocket Flavien Prat in the irons, Flavien recommended that Pioneer Prince's running style might be better suited to turf.
Plans for his debut were quickly revised, and Pioneer Prince will now target a 6-1/2 f. turf race on January 21st as his debut race. The Upcoming information above has been updated.
Here's the record of Pioneer Prince's workouts to date, which have include four bullet works:
Track | Date | Course | Distance | Time | Note | Rank |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Santa Anita | 01/07/2023 | Dirt | 6F | 1:14.20 | Handily | 3/4 |
Santa Anita | 12/27/2022 | Dirt | 5F | 1:01.20 | Handily | 20/30 |
Santa Anita | 12/15/2022 | Dirt | 5F | 59.80 | Handily | 1/28 |
Santa Anita | 12/07/2022 | Dirt | 5F | 1:02.00 | Handily | 14/21 |
Santa Anita | 11/30/2022 | Dirt | 4F | 49.40 | Handily | 15/22 |
Santa Anita | 11/23/2022 | Dirt | 4F | 49.80 | Handily | 17/28 |
Santa Anita | 11/18/2022 | Dirt | 3F | 36.20 | Handily | 1/7 |
Santa Anita | 11/11/2022 | Dirt | 4F | 50.80 | Handily | 33/41 |
Santa Anita | 11/05/2022 | Dirt | 3F | 36.00 | Handily | 1/11 |
Santa Anita | 10/31/2022 | Dirt | 2F | 25.40 | Handily | 1/2 |
Santa Anita | 10/24/2022 | Dirt | 2F | 24.80 | Handily | 2/5 |
Magical Ways Runs 3rd
Magical Ways ran 3rd today in his race at Aqueduct. He broke a little less sharp than before this time, went up to challenge the leaders before the turn and was running a solid 2nd going into the turn.
Sadly, he was caught by another horse well into the turn and ended up running 3rd. On the bright side, he did fend off a rival in the stretch and earned an 82 speed figure on Equibase, his third consecutive speed figure increase.
We'll share more insights from the race recap once we receive it along with any speculation on where, when, how far and on what surface he may run next.
In the photo below, Magical Ways is #1 with the red saddle cloth, just starting the turn in second place.
Saturday, January 7, 2023
Pioneer Prince Works Before Possible Entry
Pioneer Prince had a moderate/maintenance work out at Santa Anita today, going six furlongs for the first time.
The Pioneerof the Nile son is being prepped for a possible entry next week. Stay tuned.
Pioneer Prince (3-Year-Old Colt)
Your comments for this horse were: I'm A Looker '21 - partnership
Date: January 7, 2023
Track: SANTA ANITA PARK
Distance: Six Furlongs
Time: 1.14:20 Handily
Track Condition: Fast
Surface: Dirt
Rank: 3/4
Friday, January 6, 2023
Disdainful(IRE) - Final Update
We are very heartbroken to report that Disdainful contracted Peritonitis which is an infection of the abdominal cavity, an affliction that is often fatal. In spite of the best efforts of the equine hospital staff to save him, he didn't respond to treatment as hoped and was humanely euthanized on January 6, 2023.
Disdainful was an extremely promising talent with an excellent attitude, and we believe he was destined for greatness, but it wasn't meant to be. His loss was unrelated to training or racing.
Rest in Peace, Disdainful.
April 30, 2020 - January 6, 2023
Thursday, January 5, 2023
The Trainers
Here's a breakdown on which trainers our partnership horses are with (or will be going to) in 2023. We've also added this as a "Trainers" tab at the top for quick reference.
D. Wayne Lukas
- Seize The Grey (formerly Smart Shopping '21 - 2YO grey/roan colt by Arrogate)
Todd Pletcher
- Lady Blitz (2YO dark bay filly by Audible)
- Secret Crush (2YO dark bay colt by Candy Ride)
Doug O'Neill
- Mo Temptation (3YO bay filly by Mo Town)
Bill Mott
- Magical Ways (4YO bay colt by McLean's Music) - CLAIMED
Richard Mandella
- Pioneeer Prince (3YO ridgling by Pioneerof the Nile)
- Legitify (formerly Sarrocchi '21 - 2YO chestnut colt by Justify)
Kenny McPeak
- Fancy Quality (2YO dark bay filly by Wootton Bassett)
(Formerly One Last Night '21)
Phil D'Amato
- Simply Enchanting (formerly Enchante '21 - 2YO bay filly by Nyquist)
Steve Asmussen
- Fireball Birdie (2YO bay colt by Uncle Mo)
(Formerly Song of the Lark '21 )
"Scooter" (Byron) Hughes
- Coexist (3YO liver chestnut filly by Creative Cause) - CLAIMED
As horses are added or updated, they will be included under the Trainers tab at the top of the page.
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Coexist Update
Coexist (by Creative Cause) is still in Kentucky with trainer "Scooter" Hughes, and was 'just starting to get her legs back' when a round of frigid weather hit Kentucky. Her training had to be suspended for the time being, but she should be back at it once the winter blast passes.
Coexist turned 3 on New Year Day.
Song of the Lark '21's Full Sister Debuts January 8th
Sassiness(ON), the full sibling of our 2YO partnership horse, Song of the Lark '21 (temporary tag) will be debuting at Gulfstream Park next Thursday, January 8, 2023. Both are sired by top sire Uncle Mo, out of Song of the Lark by Seeking the Gold.
She will be post position #1 of a Maiden Special Weight going 7.5 furlongs on the turf. Sassiness will be in a field of 11 fillies, some by top sires Into Mischief, Gun Runner, More Than Ready and Bernardini. The race is schedule for 2:10 PM Eastern, which will be 12:10 PM Mountain time.
Sassiness is trained by Todd Pletcher and ridden by Irad Ortiz, Jr. -- a trainer/jockey team who have proven to be a pretty formidable.
We'll be eagerly awaiting her debut!
Song of the Lark '21 (temporary tag) |
Pioneer Prince Approaches Potential Debut
Our upcoming list has been updated with the new anticipated date for Pioneer Prince's debut at Santa Anita. It's now moved up two days!
In fact, we may have a one-two punch on the 14th and 15th (if all goes well) of Pioneer Prince's debut at Santa Anita and Magical Ways' third start at Aqueduct. Fingers crossed that plans unfurl and that, if so, they both have a safe and productive race.
Meanwhile, here's a capture of Pioneer Prince's workouts to date. The buzz is building over this very promising colt with an outstanding pedigree.
Lady Blitz is a Looker!
When our partners visited Lady Blitz last month at Wavertree Farm in Ocala, they were thrilled to see how nicely Lady Blitz (formerly known as Patsy's Kim '21) is maturing. The filly had grown taller, was putting on muscle and was simply stunning. She's quite a head-turner.
Lady Blitz at the Partnership Preview at Ocala in December. Photo taken by a partner. |
The dark bay filly with a white star has taken to her training extremely well, and "does everything right" according to her handlers. We've very excited about her future, as a daughter from the first crop sired by Audible, who is himself a son of the great Into Mischief. She was the highest selling filly by Audible in North America last year, and so far she is living up to it!
Lady Blitz is now a 2YO and will be returning to training in the days ahead after her respite for the holidays. She could be breezing as soon as next month, if all goes according to plan.
We're really looking forward to see what the summer of 2023 brings for her.
Monday, January 2, 2023
Disdainful Update
Disdainful(IRE), who is currently on lay-up for a bruised pelvis from casting in his stall, had a bout with colic over Christmas weekend that required surgery. He seems to be doing fine now and will continue to be monitored.
Thankfully, this setback is not expected to lengthen his lay-up time, and he should be back in training this spring for his 3YO year.
Update: Disdainful has taken a turn for the worse with the development of Peritonitis. We'll update you further when we hear more on his condition and the outcome.
Get well soon, Disdainful!
Mo Temptation Update
An earlier photo of Mo Temptation at Kingfisher Farms |
Magical Ways Worked Out on 12/30/2022
The numbers don't always give the whole picture, as in the case of Pioneer Prince's recent work with so-so numbers, but a fantastic work once we could view it on video.
Hopefully that's the case here, or it was just a maintenance work as Magical Ways starts his tune-up for his anticipated third race on January 15th at Aqueduct.
Here's the report:
Horse Workout Notification |
Pioneer Prince Workout
Sunday, January 1, 2023
Magical Ways Workout Update
Happy New Year and Happy Birthday to...
Here's a roster of all of our runners and runners-to-be, all of which are now at least two years old.
This includes a few new ones you'll be introduced to shortly.
Our "Magnificent Seven" has now become the "Terrific Twelve!"
It's going to be an exciting 2023!
4YO
Magical Ways
3YO
Coexist
Disdainful(IRE)
Mo Temptation
Pioneer Prince
2YO
Simply Enchanting (Enchante '21)
Lady Blitz
One Last Night '21
Sarrocchi '21
Secret Crush
Song of the Lark '21
Seize The Grey (Smart Shopping '21)