Burnham Square Leads Roster of 19 Graded Stakes Winners in Thursday Workouts
Champions on the Track: A Glimpse into Elite Thoroughbred Training
Burnham Square's Impressive Morning Gallop
Burnham Square, the celebrated four-year-old son of Liam's Map and a two-time Grade 1 victor, demonstrated exceptional form during his Thursday morning workout at Skylight Training Center. The accomplished colt covered five furlongs in a swift 1 minute and 0.9 seconds, marking the fastest time at that distance. This robust performance follows his recent triumph in the Arlington Million (G1) at Colonial Downs on August 1st, further cementing his reputation as a formidable competitor. Under the expert guidance of trainer Ian Wilkes, Burnham Square continues to build upon a remarkable career record, boasting seven wins, four second-place finishes, and one third-place finish from 15 starts, accumulating earnings exceeding $2.8 million for Whitham Thoroughbreds.
East Avenue's Resumption of Training
East Avenue, a Grade 1 champion from the 2024 Breeders' Futurity, returned to the track at Churchill Downs on Thursday morning, clocking four furlongs in 49.2 seconds. This workout, his first since his last race, signals his readiness to resume competitive action. Trained by Brendan Walsh, the colt most recently secured a fourth-place finish in the Philip H. Iselin (G3) at Monmouth Park on August 15th, showcasing his consistent performance in challenging races.
Salamis Displays Strong Form at Saratoga
At Saratoga, Salamis, the Grade 1 winner of the 2025 Hollywood Derby, completed a four-furlong workout in 49.8 seconds. This effort, ranking seventh fastest among 16 works at the distance, indicates continued fitness under trainer Chad Brown's supervision. Salamis's recent victory in an allowance race at Saratoga on July 23rd further underscores his capabilities on the turf.
Super Corredora's Speedy Del Mar Session
Super Corredora, the accomplished Grade 1 winner of the 2025 Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies, put in a blistering performance at Del Mar on Thursday morning, covering five furlongs in just 59.8 seconds. This time was the seventh fastest among 34 works at the distance, reflecting her excellent condition. Trained by John Sadler, Super Corredora's recent outing saw her place sixth in the Santa Ysabel (G3) at Santa Anita on March 8th.
Phileas Fogg Continues Impressive Form
Phileas Fogg, a distinguished two-time Grade 2 winner (2026 Suburban Life, 2025 Suburban), showcased his prowess at Saratoga with a five-furlong work in 1 minute and 0.7 seconds. This was the second fastest time among 11 works at the distance, demonstrating his sustained high-level performance under trainer Gustavo Rodriguez. His most recent victory in the Suburban Life (G2) at Saratoga on July 4th highlights his consistent success.
Truly Quality's Turfway Park Workout
Truly Quality, another two-time Grade 2 winner (2025 Hollywood Turf Cup, 2024 Hollywood Turf Cup), completed a five-furlong workout at Turfway Park in 1 minute and 4.4 seconds. Although it was the 15th fastest of 16 works at the distance, this session indicates his ongoing training. Trainer Jonathan Thomas is preparing the horse, who recently placed sixth in the Niagara at Woodbine on August 8th.
Call Sign Seven's Del Mar Stroll
Call Sign Seven, a Grade 2 winner of the 2025 Seabiscuit Handicap, had a four-furlong workout at Del Mar, finishing in 51.6 seconds. This was the slowest of 35 works at the distance, suggesting a maintenance gallop. Trained by Michael McCarthy, Call Sign Seven last competed in the Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational (G1) at Gulfstream Park on January 24th, where he placed eighth.
First Resort's Productive Morning at Turfway Park
First Resort, the Grade 2 winner of the 2024 Kentucky Jockey Club, recorded a five-furlong work in 1 minute and 0.6 seconds at Turfway Park. This time placed him third fastest among 16 works at the distance. Under trainer Eoin Harty, First Resort's last race saw him place sixth in an allowance race at Ellis Park on August 8th.
J B Strikes Back Returns to Action
J B Strikes Back, a Grade 2 winner from the 2024 Laffit Pincay Jr., breezed six furlongs in 1 minute and 14 seconds at Keeneland, the sole work at that distance. Trainer Doug O'Neill is guiding the horse, who last raced in the Santa Anita Handicap (G1) on March 1st, finishing fifth.
Look Forward's Exceptional Speed at Del Mar
Look Forward, a Grade 2 winner of the 2025 Eight Belles, posted an outstanding five-furlong workout at Del Mar, completing it in a rapid 58.0 seconds. This was the fastest time among 34 works at the distance, highlighting her impressive speed. Trained by Michael McCarthy, Look Forward most recently placed fourth in the Test (G1) at Saratoga on August 2nd.
Poster's Consistent Efforts at Turfway Park
Poster, the Grade 2 winner of the 2024 Remsen, delivered a five-furlong workout in 1 minute and 1 second at Turfway Park. This performance was the fifth fastest among 16 works at the distance. Trainer Eoin Harty prepares Poster, who finished tenth in the Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1) at Gulfstream Park on January 24th.
Bracket Buster's Swift Return to Keeneland
Bracket Buster, a Grade 3 winner of the 2025 Oklahoma Derby, had a quick four-furlong workout at Keeneland, finishing in 47.4 seconds. This was the second fastest among 22 works at the distance and his first since winning the West Virginia Governor's at Mountaineer on August 9th, guided by trainer Vicki Oliver.
Final Accord Demonstrates Pace at Ellis Park
Final Accord, the Grade 3 winner of the 2025 Matron, recorded the fastest four-furlong work among 27 at Ellis Park, clocking 47.4 seconds. This strong showing is her first work since placing fourth in the Shenandoah at Colonial Downs on August 8th, under trainer Mark Casse.
Firenze Flavor's Turf Workout at Del Mar
Firenze Flavor, a Grade 3 winner of the 2025 Honeymoon, completed a four-furlong turf workout at Del Mar in 49.0 seconds, the fastest among three works at the distance. Trainer Patrick Gallagher prepares Firenze Flavor, who last raced on October 26th at Santa Anita, placing seventh in the Autumn Miss (G3).
Princesa Moche's Del Mar Session
Princesa Moche, the Grade 3 winner of the 2026 Megahertz, worked five furlongs in 1 minute and 3 seconds at Del Mar. This was her first work since placing second in the Yellow Ribbon (G2) at Del Mar on August 8th, trained by Doug O'Neill.
Speed King's Return to Churchill Downs
Speed King, a Grade 3 winner from the 2025 Southwest, recorded a four-furlong workout at Churchill Downs in 50.0 seconds. This was his first work in 18 days. Trainer Ron Moquett is overseeing Speed King, who last raced at Ellis Park on July 18th, finishing eighth in the Jeff Hall Memorial.
Tirupati's Workout at Turfway Park
Tirupati, the Grade 3 winner of the 2025 Wilshire, completed a four-furlong workout at Turfway Park in 50.0 seconds. This effort, the 13th fastest among 20 works, indicates continued training under Jonathan Thomas. Tirupati recently placed second in an allowance race at Saratoga on August 5th.
Visually's San Luis Rey Training Session
Visually, a Grade 3 winner of the 2024 Senorita, worked four furlongs in 49.4 seconds at San Luis Rey. This was the fifth fastest among seven works at the distance and her first since placing fifth in an allowance race at Del Mar on August 13th, trained by Peter Mille