Lead Performer Dominates at Gulfstream Park on March 1, 2023

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In a thrilling showcase at Gulfstream Park on March 1, 2023, Lead Performer, a promising three-year-old filly, reaffirmed her potential with a commanding victory in race #2. Under the skilled guidance of top jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., this bay filly, owned by Dare to Dream Stable, left her competitors trailing in the dust, crossing the finish line with an impressive eight-length lead.

Lead Performer breaking from the gate

The race kicked off with Lead Performer quickly seizing the lead from the start, a testament to her training and natural speed. Her early advantage was maintained as she set the pace, clocking an opening quarter in 24.3 seconds and a half-mile in 49 seconds for the one mile & 70 yards trip. This strategic move left her rivals, including Black Ice and For the Thrill, struggling to keep up.

Lead Performer leading the pack

As the race progressed, Lead Performer continued to widen the gap, showcasing her stamina and determination. By the five-sixteenths mark, she had opened a substantial four-length lead, leaving Black Ice and For the Thrill in her wake. Despite attempts from Grand Arrow and Antrim to close the distance, Lead Performer remained untouchable.

With the finish line in sight, Lead Performer extended her lead to six lengths, effortlessly maintaining her dominance. She finished in a final time of 1:42.2, seven lengths the best, as she secured her maiden diploma in style.

Lead Performer crossing the finish line

Lead Performer, bred in Kentucky by WinStar Farm and sired by Pioneer of the Nile, is a testament to the syndicate’s commitment to excellence and strategic partnerships.

For those interested in the race details, the Equibase chart provides an in-depth look at the race dynamics and official order of finish.

Trainer Christopher Davis and jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. celebrated this triumph, which also marked a sweep of the early double for Ortiz. Lead Performer’s victory not only highlights the potential within the Dare To Dream Stable LLC horse racing syndicate but also sets a promising outlook for her future races. As she continues to develop, Lead Performer is undoubtedly a filly to watch in upcoming races.

This article was created from the video Lead Performer Wins at Gulfstream Park on 03/01/2023 with the help of AI.

 

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Star of Kodiak wires the field at Arlington Park in race #9 on 09/24/20!

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09/24/20 | Arlington Heights, IL – Dare To Dream Stable’s 4 yr old Star Of Kodiak was looking to get back on track and find his form that he displayed over last fall and winter. Fortunately he had been training well in advance of this one mile turf event, and it all came together as Star really shined on this Sunny afternoon at Arlington Park.

Star Of Kodiak would be breaking from the outside in this full field of eleven turf runners. With this post it was paramount that jockey Jose Lopez hustle Star out and gain a nice position so he wouldn’t be hung out wide into the first turn. Well it worked out better than expected as Star Of Kodiak broke like a rocket and easily gained a ground saving position while inheriting the lead without much effort. They went the opening half mile in 48.99 while Jose had the son of Ready’s Image on a very comfortable 2 length lead. They maintained that advantage on the backside and through the turn, and it never really looked like anybody was really threatening Star. Once they reached the top of the stretch Jose let Star out a notch and he kicked clear rather easily to cross the wire by an emphatic 3 1/2 lengths in a snappy final time of 1:36.87 This was Star Of Kodiak’s third victory in 14 starts. He also has 2 seconds, and 3 thirds to go along with that and career earnings of $107,545.

Congratulations to our trainer Chris Davis and his assistant Mynor Ortiz who enjoyed a pretty terrific day as this win made it a hat trick for the day. Quite an accomplishment as it’s hard enough to win a single race, yet alone three on a day. If that wasn’t impressive enough, our regular rider Jose Lopez also enjoyed a career day winning four races on the 9 race card. Glad we were able to cap off that four bagger with the win aboard Star Of Kodiak. Finally to all our loyal partners a hearty congratulations on this very satisfying victory!

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Merlin’s Song wins allowance at Arlington Park in race #4 on 09/19/20!

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09/19/20 | Arlington Heights, IL – Dare To Dream Stable’s 4 yr old gelding Merlin’s Song proved every step of the way that he was best on this day. The son of Magician (IRE) was coming off a pretty good effort in his previous race, but it was time for him to get back to his winning ways. Merlin’s Song drew the rail in this field of eight other turf allowance competitors.

Regular rider Jose Lopez was aboard Merlin for the third straight start, and was given instructions to hustle Merlin out of the gate to either get the lead or secure a nice stalking position. When the gate sprung open, Merlin was able to get the lead rather easily with no one else really wanting it. From that point it was Jose Lopez’s job to try and control the pace while saving enough for the anticipated stretch duel. Jose did a nice job on the lead as he had Merlin on the lead through an opening half mile in 49.11 while keeping his closest pursuer 1-2 lengths at bay. As they reached the bend, Merlin was confronted on the outside past the 3/8th’s pole by War Chest. Merlin was not fazed as he turned him away and held off all the other closers to cross the wire with a 1/2 length to spare in a final time of 1:37.93 on a turf course rated good.

Congratulations to all our Dare To Dream Stable partners! This was Merlin’s 2nd win out of three starts at the abbreviated Arlington Park meet. It was his third career win to go along with 2 seconds and 3 thirds with earnings of $76,521. It was a fantastic training job by Chris Davis, Mynor Ortiz, and the entire team as Merlin has really started to flourish this summer. Finally Congratulations to Jockey Jose Lopez who is having a fantastic meet and becoming a jockey that is pretty tough to get past once he gets on the lead!

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Quick Tempo wins Maiden Special Weight at Arlington Park in race #5 on 08/20/20!

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08/20/20 | Arlington Heights, IL – Dare To Dream Stable’s Quick Tempo made his debut a winning one in emphatic fashion! Recently purchased at the OBS April sale, this athletic son of Tapizar had been training very forwardly for his debut.

With the field reduced to five after a number of scratches, it was important that Quick Tempo break alertly and get the advantage on the favored even money high priced auction purchase Tightrope trained by Larry Rivelli. When the gates sprung open, jockey Jose Lopez did a fantastic job beating the Rivelli charge to the lead. They blistered through an opening quarter of 21.59 while maintaining a one length lead on Tightrope. As they rounded the turn in this short 4 1/2 furlong dash, Jose gave Quick Tempo a little nudge and he began to kick clear. When they reached the top of the stretch, Quick Tempo was long gone and he just coasted home as Jose gave him one more tap of the crop to cruise home under the wire in a snappy time of 51.59 for the 4 1/2 furlongs. It was quite a debut and it looks like this boy has a bright future ahead of him.

Congratulations to all the DTD partners who received immediate dividends from their OBS purchase. Trainer Chris Davis, assistant Mynor Ortiz, and the entire team did a fantastic job getting this colt ready at first asking. Finally, once again Jose Lopez proved tough to catch once he inherits the lead and continues his terrific Arlington meet.

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