Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted 2 hours ago Journalists Share Posted 2 hours ago In the first domestic graded race for juveniles since the Breeders' Cup a little more than two weeks ago, 'TDN Rising Star' Bullard (c, 2, Gun Runner–Reve d'Amour, by Warrior's Reward) stayed unbeaten to capture Del Mar's GIII Bob Hope Stakes Sunday. He trailed early as first Maximus (Maximus Mischief) and then McKinzie Street (McKinzie) set blazing early fractions of :21.63 and :43.93. Moving easily on the turn, Bullard blew by everyone under Umberto Rispoli to capture his first graded race. Madaket Road (Quality Road), who was making his first career start, finished second, while MGISP McKinzie Street held for third. Bullard's only previous start was a win at six furlongs over the Del Mar surface Sept. 1; his 84 Beyer Speed Figure that day was the co-highest in this field and earned him the 'Rising Star' honors. The dark bay was a $675,000 Keeneland September purchase last year. O-St. Elias Stable, Talla Racing LLC, Three Chimneys Farm and West Point Thoroughbreds; B-Three Chimneys Farm; T-Michael McCarthy; J-Umberto Rispoli. From last first. Bullard & @umbyrispoli power to victory in the Grade III Bob Hope Stakes. pic.twitter.com/NG6krK5hfb — Del Mar Racetrack (@DelMarRacing) November 18, 2024 The post Gun Runner’s ‘Rising Star’ Bullard Trounces Bob Hope Field appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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