Proletariat Aims for Fourth Consecutive Victory in Twilight Derby at Santa Anita
Champion's Pursuit: Proletariat Seeks Continued Dominance at Twilight Derby
Proletariat's Pursuit of Four-Peat at Twilight Derby
Proletariat, a formidable competitor trained by Jeff Mullins, is poised to make his mark in the upcoming Twilight Derby. Having secured three consecutive victories, including a commanding performance in the Grade 2 Del Mar Derby in August, the horse aims for a fourth straight win. The Twilight Derby, a Grade 2 event covering 1 1/8 miles on turf, will be held on Sunday at Santa Anita.
Santa Anita's Autumn Meet Finale and Payouts
The Twilight Derby coincides with the concluding day of Santa Anita's autumn meet, adding an extra layer of excitement for racing enthusiasts. All pari-mutuel pools will feature mandatory payouts, encompassing the $2 Pick 6, $1 Place Pick 8, and $1 Super High 5. The first race is scheduled for 3 p.m. EDT, kicking off a full 10-race card.
Proletariat's Winning Tactics and Career Highlights
Proletariat, a progeny of Raging Bull, has demonstrated a consistent front-running strategy in his recent successes. Under the guidance of jockey Kyle Frey, the horse has led from start to finish in both the Del Mar Derby and the Oceanside Stakes at Santa Anita. Frey is slated to ride Proletariat once more in the Twilight Derby. Owned by Dutch Girl Holdings and Irving Ventures, Proletariat boasts a career record of 7 starts, 4 wins, and 3 placings, with total earnings of $389,400. His winning streak commenced with an allowance victory at Santa Anita in May.
Unrivaled Time's Challenge with a New Jockey
Unrivaled Time, a Grade 3 winner who placed fourth in the Del Mar Derby, is set to re-enter the competition. Trained by Leonard Powell for owners Innergy Racing and Alfred Pais, the colt by Not This Time will have Hall of Famer Joel Rosario in the saddle, a significant change from his previous race. Unrivaled Time's past achievements include a victory in the Cecil B. DeMille (G3) at Del Mar and a win in the Snow Chief Stakes at Santa Anita earlier this year. His current record stands at 8 starts, 3 wins, and 1 placing, with earnings of $203,600.
D'Amato's Entries: Melismatic and Path To Power
Trainer Phil D'Amato will field two contenders in the Twilight Derby: Melismatic and Path To Power. Melismatic, an Ireland-bred colt by Space Blues, finished fifth in the Del Mar Derby, following a maiden win and an allowance victory at Santa Anita and Del Mar, respectively. Regular rider Kazushi Kimura will be aboard. Path To Power, making his stakes debut, is an English-bred gelding who broke his maiden at Del Mar in August and later secured a second-place finish in an allowance race. Jockey Juan Hernandez, who rode Path To Power to both his victories, retains the call. The horse is owned by CYBT, McLean Racing Stables, Strand Beach, and partners.
Twilight Derby 2026 G2 Entrants Overview
A comprehensive list of entrants for the 2026 Twilight Derby G2 race, including their jockey, trainer, and recent race performances. This section offers a detailed look at each horse's background and their current status for the race, providing essential information for race enthusiasts and handicappers.