Horse Racing Preview: LA Bred Premier Night Matron Stakes at Delta Downs

The LA Bred Premier Night Matron Stakes at Delta Downs is set to feature some of the finest Louisiana-bred fillies and mares aged four years and older. This five-furlong race offers a purse of $100,000 and promises to be an exciting event.

Race Details:

• Purse: $100,000
• Distance: Five furlongs
• Eligibility: Accredited Louisiana Bred Fillies and Mares, Four Years Old and Upward
• Weights: 124 lbs; Winners of $30,000 twice since November 1, 2024, to carry an additional 2 lbs; non-winners of a stake race since November 1, 2024, allowed 3 lbs; non-winners of two races other than maiden, claiming, or starter since November 1, 2024, allowed 5 lbs; non-winners of such a race since November 1, 2024, allowed 7 lbs.

The field includes a competitive lineup of experienced runners:

Contenders:

1. Sassi Strutter (LA) – Jockey: C Lozada, Trainer: L Thomas (M/L: 12/1)
   • Pedigree: Sassicaia – She’s Prado’s Idol, by Screen Idol
   • Owner: Elite Thoroughbred Racing, LLC
   • Breeder: Michele Rodriguez
2. Classy Judy G (LA) – Jockey: M Pedroza, Jr., Trainer: P G West (M/L: 3/1)
   • Pedigree: Outwork – She Rolls, by Friesan Fire
   • Owner: Fountain Grass Thoroughbred Farm, LLC
   • Breeder: Fountain Grass Thoroughbred Farm
3. Luyv (LA) – Jockey: S Munoz, Trainer: G Goins (M/L: 15/1)
   • Pedigree: Yockey’s Warrior – Southpine, by Laabity
   • Owner: Garland Goins
   • Breeder: John R Cunningham & Chad White
4. Guitar Solo (LA) – Jockey: D H Magnon, Trainer: A Landry (M/L: 8/1)
   • Pedigree: Star Guitar – Tory’s Triumph, by Grand Appointment
   • Owner: World War IV Racing
   • Breeder: World War IV Racing
5. Lovelyredstilettos (LA) – Jockey: A Birzer, Trainer: E Ramirez (M/L: 8/1)
   • Pedigree: Catalina Red – Wild Stilletos, by Wildcat Shoes
   • Owner: Sandy Badeaux
   • Breeder: Michele Rodriguez
6. Blessed Assurance (LA) – Jockey: J Ramirez, Jr., Trainer: P M Dison (M/L: 12/1)
   • Pedigree: Zong – Society Doll, by Theatrical (IRE)
   • Owner: Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farm, LLC
   • Breeder: Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farm, LLC
7. Norah G (LA) – Jockey: T Thornton, Trainer: P G West (M/L: 6/1)
   • Pedigree: Fast Anna – Mr. G’s Moonshine, by Malibu Moon
   • Owner: Thomas Galvin
   • Breeder: Tom M. Galvin
8. Fire Vision (LA) – Jockey: A Castillo, Trainer: G R Bryant (M/L: 15/1)
   • Pedigree: Court Vision – Warrior’s Fire, by Warrior’s Reward
   • Owner: Blick Stables
   • Breeder: Russell Dean Louviere
9. Freeburn (LA) – Jockey: J Dominguez, Trainer: S M Asmussen (M/L: 5/1)
   • Pedigree: Mitole – Firefoot, by Tapizar
   • Owner: Coteau Grove Farms LLC
   • Breeder: Coteau Grove Farms, LLC
10. Six String (LA) – Jockey: C Fusilier, Trainer: A Landry (M/L: 4/1)
    • Pedigree: Star Guitar – Oh Whata Holiday, by Harlan’s Holiday
    • Owner: World War IV Racing & Rebel Tide Racing, LLC
    • Breeder: World War IV Racing & Rebel Tide Racing LLC

Also Eligibles:

11. Flashy Meg (LA) – Jockey: V Del-Cid, Trainer: K Segura (M/L: 8/1)
    • Pedigree: Flashpoint – Meg’s Answer, by West Acre
    • Owner: John T. Sargent
    • Breeder: Steven P. Miller

Race Insights:

The LA Bred Premier Night Matron Stakes promises to be a competitive race with a strong field of contenders. Classy Judy G and Six String are early favorites, both showcasing consistent performances. Freeburn and Norah G also present strong challenges and could make significant impacts in the race.