Haggis Smoothie proved his class once again with a strong, gate-to-wire performance in the NY Breeders Futurity at Finger Lakes, completing the six-furlong dirt stake in 1:10.51 for owner The Sidley Stud under jockey Rohena J M. The talented juvenile colt showed professionalism beyond his age, maintaining his rhythm through all calls and finishing with authority to secure his third career victory from just five starts.

Race Recap

The pace was sharp from the start with an opening quarter in :22.2 and a half mile in :45.4. Haggis Smoothie established control immediately after the break and never relinquished the lead. Scooby Snack stayed closest in pursuit, while Stress Management and Sweet N Spicy traveled together just behind the top pair. Cracked Ginger and Burnham Square trailed early but stayed within striking distance on the good surface.

Through the far turn, Haggis Smoothie maintained his lead under confident handling as Scooby Snack began to inch closer. Stress Management and Sweet N Spicy attempted to mount rallies but could not make significant headway. Haggis Smoothie opened daylight entering the final furlong and crossed the wire clear, completing another decisive victory for his connections.

Flow & Calls

• First call (:22.2): Haggis Smoothie set the tempo from the outset. Scooby Snack was second, followed by Stress Management and Sweet N Spicy side by side. Cracked Ginger and Burnham Square followed in the rear group.
• Half mile (:45.4): Haggis Smoothie continued on the front end with Scooby Snack keeping him honest. Stress Management and Sweet N Spicy stayed in touch, while Cracked Ginger and Burnham Square raced in sequence behind them.
• Top of stretch (:58.0): Haggis Smoothie remained strong at the head of affairs. Scooby Snack launched a steady chase, Stress Management held position, and Sweet N Spicy stayed alongside. Cracked Ginger and Burnham Square continued evenly.
• Finish (1:10.51): Haggis Smoothie held firm to the wire. Scooby Snack finished a clear second, with Stress Management and Sweet N Spicy dead-heating for the next spots. Cracked Ginger followed, and Burnham Square completed the field.

Horse to Horse

• Haggis Smoothie (1st, The Sidley Stud, jockey Rohena J M): Controlled the race from the break to the finish, remaining unchallenged late for a polished victory.
• Scooby Snack (2nd, Aer Stables, jockey Perez L E): Tracked the leader throughout and stayed on well to earn second.
• Stress Management (3rd, Mb Stables, jockey Bridgmohan S X): Raced in close range early and held his position through the lane.
• Sweet N Spicy (4th, Mb Stables, jockey Gutierrez R): Ran near Stress Management for most of the trip and kept on evenly.
• Cracked Ginger (5th, The Sidley Stud, jockey Coa K J): Settled toward the back and gained one placing in the final furlong.
• Burnham Square (6th, D J C Racing Stables, jockey Worrie A S): Sat off the pace and never reached contention.

Winner’s Note

Haggis Smoothie, a two-year-old colt by Ginger Haggis out of Smoothie, was bred and is owned by The Sidley Stud (NY). He has now earned $184.600 in his young career, remaining unbeaten on wet or good dirt tracks and continuing to develop with each start.

What’s Next

With another commanding performance at six furlongs, Haggis Smoothie looks poised for a step into open-company juvenile stakes. A logical next target could be the Sleepy Hollow Stakes or the Nashua (G3), where he can further test his stamina and class against broader competition.

Track: Good
Time: :22²  :45⁴  :58  1:10²

$2 Mutuel Prices:

$1 Exacta: 6 – 2 Paid 4.90
$1 Trifecta: 6 – 2 – 3 Paid 19.40, 6 – 2 – 5 Paid 9.20

Scratched: None

Categories: STAKES ARTICLES, Ungraded