Race 4 – Evangeline Downs, Opelousas, Louisiana
Saturday, July 26, 2025 – Post Time: 6:16 PM CT
Purse: $50,000 – 7 Furlongs – Dirt – 3YO & Up – Alabama-Breds
Race Overview
The Buggin Out Stakes returns to Evangeline Downs with a competitive field of nine Alabama-bred sprinters going seven furlongs on dirt. Restricted to horses that have never won a $50,000 Alabama stakes race, this event offers a lucrative opportunity for emerging talent and seasoned campaigners alike. With speed, stamina, and pedigree converging, expect a tactical battle on a fast surface.
Full Field Breakdown
| # | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Pedigree | Morning Line Odds |
| 1 | Moor to Conquer | Rohan R. Singh | Sherman Savoie | Divide and Conquer – Moor N Mountain | 12-1 |
| 2 | Simplicated | Jose Luis Rodriguez | Aubrie Suarez | Chamois – Swift Prospect | 10-1 |
| 3 | T V C One Five | Jose Nava-Marin | Jonathan Wong | Doc N Bubba G – Ausbrook | 30-1 |
| 4 | Aoide | Thomas L. Pompell | Rylee Magnon | Khozan – La Flor | 8-1 |
| 5 | Wabash | Devin H. Magnon | Rylee Magnon | Jess’s Dream – Sweet Buddha | 5-2 |
| 6 | Lemon Fizz | Juan P. Vargas | Ronnie P. Ward | Divide and Conquer – Bitterbutsweet | 6-1 |
| 7 | Olympia Harbor | Joel Dominguez | Ronnie P. Ward | Chamois – Jennifer Loves Ed | 4-1 |
| 8 | Unaffiliated | Angel Suarez | Aubrie Suarez | Americain – Track Teller | 15-1 |
| 9 | Channelfortynine | Jose Luis Rodriguez | Ronnie P. Ward | Conan – Track Teller | 9-2 |
Top Contenders to Watch
Wabash (5-2 Favorite)
Trainer: Rylee Magnon
Jockey: Devin H. Magnon
Pedigree: Jess’s Dream × Sweet Buddha
Form: Multiple allowance wins; sharp recent bullet work
Edge: Tactical speed and proven class make him the one to beat
Olympia Harbor (4-1)
Trainer: Ronnie P. Ward
Jockey: Joel Dominguez
Pedigree: Chamois × Jennifer Loves Ed
Form: Strong second in last stakes try; consistent speed figures
Edge: Versatile running style and solid connections
Channelfortynine (9-2)
Trainer: Ronnie P. Ward
Jockey: Jose Luis Rodriguez
Pedigree: Conan × Track Teller
Form: Stakes-placed; shares dam with Unaffiliated
Edge: Late kick and pedigree suggest upside at this distance
Live Longshots
Lemon Fizz (6-1)
Trainer: Ronnie P. Ward
Jockey: Juan P. Vargas
Pedigree: Divide and Conquer × Bitterbutsweet
Form: Improving with each start; sharp recent work tab
Upside: Could surprise with a stalking trip
Aoide (8-1)
Trainer: Rylee Magnon
Jockey: Thomas L. Pompell
Pedigree: Khozan × La Flor
Form: Lightly raced; potential for breakout performance
Upside: Pedigree suggests speed and stamina
Race Dynamics & Strategy
Pace Setup: Expect early speed from Moor to Conquer, Simplicated, and Lemon Fizz, setting up for stalkers like Wabash and closers like Channelfortynine.
Trainer Spotlight: Ronnie P. Ward sends out three contenders, including Olympia Harbor, Lemon Fizz, and Channelfortynine—a powerful stable presence.
Pedigree Play: Jess’s Dream and Khozan progeny have excelled at middle-distance sprints; watch for late surges.
Betting Strategy
Exacta Box: Wabash / Olympia Harbor / Channelfortynine
Trifecta Key: Wabash over Olympia Harbor, Lemon Fizz, Aoide
Superfecta Sleeper: Unaffiliated (15-1) – could close late for a minor share
Prediction:
Wabash
Olympia Harbor
Channelfortynine
Final Time Estimate: 1:23.1
