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Pick Pony Trackside Ticker for October 23, 2025 8:24 PM

Dr. Kapur, a 2-year-old son of McKinzie out of Ava's Kitten, secured his maiden victory at Keeneland on Thursday with an impressive performance that earned him TDN Rising Star honors. The Ken Ramsey homebred, entered as the 4-5 favorite, was hustled to the front by jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. but immediately faced pressure from an inside challenger through an opening quarter clocked in 22.47 seconds.
Pick Pony’s Morning Gallop Digest – Thoroughbred Horse Racing News – October 23, 2025 11:08 AM

Pick Pony’s Morning Gallop Digest – Thoroughbred Horse Racing News – October 23, 2025 11:08 AM

Racing's focus turns to Del Mar, where contenders prepare for the highly anticipated Breeders' Cup Classic. Fierceness and Journalism headline a competitive, star-studded field with tactical intrigue and career milestones at stake. Around the country, handicappers spotlight value plays at Belmont, Keeneland, and Woodbine, while promising two-year-olds and up-and-coming trainers capture attention at regional tracks.