Race Overview
Race Name: Rod Galloway Thoroughbred Derby
Track: Wyoming Downs, Evanston, WY
Surface: Dirt
Distance: 6 Furlongs
Purse: $53,000
Eligibility: Three-Year-Old Thoroughbreds
Post Time: 4:45 PM MT
Field Size: 10 runners
Wagering Options: Win/Place/Show, Exacta, Trifecta, Superfecta
The Rod Galloway Thoroughbred Derby is Wyoming Downs’ premier event for 3-year-olds, offering a competitive sprint over six furlongs. With a mix of regional talent and pedigrees bred for speed, this stakes race is a key summer highlight.
Horse-by-Horse Analysis
1. Diamante Elegante (AZ)
Pedigree: Lotsa Mischief × Catladydue (by Orientate)
Trainer: Sergio Barrio
Jockey: Daniel Aguilar
Notes: Arizona-bred filly with tactical speed. Lotsa Mischief offspring often excel in regional stakes. Could be a pace factor.
2. By Decreed (KY)
Pedigree: Jimmy Creed × A P Pepper (by A.P. Warrior)
Trainer: Edward J. Kereluk
Jockey: Cash Ramey
Notes: Kentucky-bred gelding with solid form. Jimmy Creed adds sprinting brilliance. One of the top contenders.
3. Lady Admiral (CO)
Pedigree: Midshipman × Celee (by Congaree)
Trainer: Russell Vicchrilli
Jockey: Jayden R. Ironeyes
Notes: Colorado-bred filly with improving speed figures. Midshipman line adds versatility. Could hit the board.
4. Holy Hank (NM)
Pedigree: Holy Lute × City Veil (by Gotham City)
Trainer: Simon J. Buechler
Jockey: Luis A. Valenzuela
Notes: Recently reinstated winner of the Corralito Steak House Stakes. Proven stakes performer. Dangerous if he fires.
5. Stetsonsnstilettos (WY)
Pedigree: Embezzlement × Elusive Lily (by Finality)
Trainer: Jon Phil Zimmerman
Jockey: Adrian B. Ramos
Notes: Wyoming-bred colt with local experience. May need a step forward to compete with top-tier entries.
6. Gun Powder (CA)
Pedigree: Graydar × Itsakiss (by Atticus)
Trainer: Gary Simpson
Jockey: Minor Arana
Notes: California-bred gelding with solid allowance form. Graydar adds stamina and speed. Could be a sleeper.
7. Map This Out (KY)
Pedigree: Liam’s Map × Quintile (by Langfuhr)
Trainer: Rick E. Scudder
Jockey: Jimmy Ray Coates
Notes: Well-bred colt with upside. Liam’s Map progeny often thrive in sprints. Major threat with clean break.
8. P Twentytwo (CA)
Pedigree: Grazen × Dim Lights (by Munnings)
Trainer: Shaun Story
Jockey: Keivan Serrano
Notes: California gelding with sharp gate speed. Grazen line adds durability. Could surprise.
9. Thirsty Mama (CA)
Pedigree: Stay Thirsty × Easter Fever (by Stormin Fever)
Trainer: Shaun Story
Jockey: Nakia Teeter
Notes: Filly with strong closing style. Stay Thirsty adds stamina. Use in exotics.
10. Vern’s Showstopper (AZ)
Pedigree: Lotsa Mischief × Showstopper Ella (by Ministers Wild Cat)
Trainer: Dru S. Hall
Jockey: David Cardoso
Notes: Arizona gelding with consistent form. Could round out trifecta with a clean trip.
| Position | Horse | Reasoning |
| 1st | Holy Hank | Proven stakes winner, tactical speed |
| 2nd | Map This Out | Strong pedigree, improving form |
| 3rd | By Decreed | Consistent runner, Jimmy Creed sprinting power |
Win Bet: Holy Hank
Exacta Box: Holy Hank / Map This Out / By Decreed
Trifecta Play: Holy Hank over Map This Out and Thirsty Mama
Longshot to Watch: Gun Powder – Graydar pedigree and solid works
