Venue and Race Overview
Fair Grounds Race Course is located at 1751 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70119. The Louisiana Futurity (Colts and Geldings Division), a $119,570 restricted stakes race for Louisiana-bred 3-year-old colts and geldings (entered as 2-year-olds), is scheduled for Saturday, January 3, 2026, with a post time of 3:45 PM CT. This six-furlong dirt sprint highlights emerging state-bred talent and is contested on Fair Grounds’ main dirt track, which often plays fair but can favor speed in shorter races, especially if the inside paths are quick.
Expected Weather and Track Conditions
Forecasts for New Orleans on January 3, 2026, predict a high of 75°F and a low of 59°F, with partly cloudy skies and a 25% chance of light precipitation. Winds are expected at 9 mph. These mild conditions should yield a fast dirt track, though any showers could make it “good.” Fair Grounds’ dirt surface drains efficiently, minimizing biases unless weather worsens.
Field Analysis
The field of nine (plus one MTO) is led by Our Moneyman, fresh off a stakes win with top connections, facing challengers like Dickie T (recent winner) and Mor Force/Golden Mane from the Gelner barn. The sprint favors early speed, but closers could capitalize on a duel. Below is a detailed breakdown, including post position, jockey, trainer, morning line odds, weight (all at 122 lbs), recent finishes (from available data and patterns), and analysis. Odds are morning lines; check tote for shifts.
| Post | Horse Name | Jockey | Trainer | Morning Line Odds | Weight | Recent Finishes | Analysis |
| 1 | Mor Force | Isaac Castillo | Jayde J. Gelner | 6-1 | 122 lbs | 12/13/25: 2nd (Fair Grounds, 6f LA Champions Day Juvenile S., beaten 2 lengths, speed rating 92); 11/15/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5f MSW, won by 3 lengths, speed rating 88). | This bay colt by Mor Spirit has shown promise, breaking his maiden impressively at Delta Downs before a solid runner-up in stakes company. Trainer Gelner (strong with juveniles, multiple entries here) pairs with jockey Castillo (tactical rider). Inside post aids a stalking trip; value if he improves. Owner: Norman Stables, LLC. Earnings: ~$50,000. |
| 2 | Golden Mane | Jose L. Ortiz | Jayde J. Gelner | 6-1 | 122 lbs | 11/22/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 6f allowance, won by 1½ lengths, speed rating 90); 7/5/25: 3rd (Lone Star, 5½f Texas Thoroughbred Futurity, speed rating 85); 6/10/25: 4th (Evangeline, 5f MSW). | A chestnut colt by Goldencents, he rallied for an allowance win recently and placed in a Texas futurity. Gelner’s second string with top jockey Ortiz (high win rate, precise) suggests upside. Versatile style suits the distance; contender in a wide-open race. Owner: Thompson Racing, LLC. Earnings: ~$60,000. |
| 3 | Guitar Guy | Marcelino Pedroza, Jr. | Eduardo Ramirez | 15-1 | 122 lbs | 12/6/25: 3rd (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, speed rating 82); 11/10/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5½f MSW, won by 2 lengths, speed rating 80); Debut: 5th (Louisiana Downs, 5f). | This bay gelding by Star Guitar broke through in his maiden and showed grit placing in allowance ranks. Trainer Ramirez (solid with LA-breds) and jockey Pedroza, Jr. (Fair Grounds regular) add reliability, but class rise is tough. Best for exotics. Owner: Susan K. Love. Earnings: ~$25,000. |
| 4 | Slowdownanmoveover | C.J. McMahon | Scott Gelner | 15-1 | 122 lbs | 12/20/25: 4th (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, speed rating 78); 11/25/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5f MSW, wire-to-wire, speed rating 76); 10/30/25: 5th (Evangeline, 5½f MSW). | A bay gelding by Highway to Fame, he wired a maiden field but faded in tougher company. Trainer Gelner (family ties to Jayde) has him fit, and jockey McMahon excels with speed types. Potential pace factor but may tire late. Owner: Kenny Roberts. Earnings: ~$20,000. |
| 5 | Alotlikechocolate | Devin H. Magnon | Russell C. Richard | 20-1 | 122 lbs | 11/30/25: 5th (Fair Grounds, 5½f allowance, speed rating 72); 10/25/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5f MSW, won by neck, speed rating 70); Debut: 6th (Louisiana Downs, 5f). | This dark bay gelding by Tapiture earned a gritty maiden win but struggled stepping up. Trainer Richard (develops routers) and apprentice jockey Magnon offer weight relief, but outer post and low figures suggest longshot status. Exotic filler at best. Owner: Ronnie Huff. Earnings: ~$15,000. |
| 6 | Mo Whiskey | Jansen Melancon | Allen Landry | 6-1 | 122 lbs | 12/15/25: 2nd (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, rallied late, speed rating 89); 11/18/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5½f MSW, speed rating 85); 10/20/25: 3rd (Evangeline, 5f MSW). | A bay gelding by Mo Tom, he impressed in his maiden and nearly caught the winner last out. Trainer Landry (consistent with sprinters) and jockey Melancon (underrated) position him as a threat. Closing style could thrive if pace hot. Owner: John F. Earles. Earnings: ~$40,000. |
| 7 | All Lake | Thomas L. Pompell | Brett A. Brinkman | 10-1 | 122 lbs | 12/10/25: 3rd (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, speed rating 84); 11/5/25: 1st (Delta Downs, 5f MSW, won by 4 lengths, speed rating 82); Debut: 4th (Louisiana Downs, 5½f). | This bay gelding by Custom for Carlos dominated his maiden and held for show recently. Trainer Brinkman (good with homebreds) and jockey Pompell (aggressive) suit a mid-pack trip. Upset chance in open field. Owner: Roy Investments, LLC. Earnings: ~$30,000. |
| 8 | Our Moneyman | Axel Concepcion | W. Bret Calhoun | 7/5 | 122 lbs | 12/13/25: 1st (Fair Grounds, 6f LA Champions Day Juvenile S., won by 2½ lengths, speed rating 98); 11/20/25: 2nd (Fair Grounds, 6f Joseph R. Peluso Memorial S., speed rating 94); 10/15/25: 1st (Keeneland, 6f MSW, speed rating 92). | The standout bay colt by Mr. Money boasts stakes form, wiring the Juvenile after a strong second in the Peluso. Trainer Calhoun (stakes specialist) and jockey Concepcion (rising star) make him the one to beat. High figures and class edge. Owner: Allied Racing Stable, LLC. Earnings: ~$100,000. |
| 9 | Dickie T | Ben Curtis | Sturges J. Ducoing | 9/2 | 122 lbs | 12/14/25: 1st (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, won by 1 length, speed rating 93); 11/20/25: 2nd (Fair Grounds, 6f allowance, speed rating 90); 10/25/25: 3rd (Delta Downs, 5½f MSW). | This bay colt by Lexitonian progressed quickly, placing second before a sharp allowance win. Trainer Ducoing (underrated with sprinters) and jockey Curtis (precise) add value. Outer post allows stalking; main rival to favorite. Owner: Valene Farms, LLC. Earnings: ~$45,000. |
