Horse Racing News: Next Extends Win Streak with Dominant Brooklyn (G2) Victory
(June 11, 2023 – Aqueduct Racetrack)
Next, the horse that loves running long distances, did it again on Friday, capturing the Grade 2 Brooklyn Stakes at Aqueduct and earning the highest speed figures of the past week in the process.
Ridden by jockey Luan Machado, the 6-year-old gelding cut back to 1 3/8 miles and won the Brooklyn by an impressive 9 1/4 lengths for trainer William Cowans. Next’s performance was rewarded with a sparkling 109 Brisnet Speed Rating and the same Beyer Speed Figure, marking his fifth consecutive victory.
Next’s winning streak dates back to last year’s Brooklyn Stakes triumph, with the other wins coming at distances of 1 1/2 miles or more, showcasing his prowess at extended distances.
In other notable performances, the Michael McCarthy-trained Sweet Azteca earned a 106 Brisnet and Beyer Speed Figure for her victory in the Great Lady M (G2) Stakes at Los Alamitos. Jockey John Velazquez guided the 4-year-old daughter of Sharp Azteca to a five-length win, setting a new track record of 1:14.33 for the 6 1/2-furlong distance. Sweet Azteca has now won four of her five career starts, including the Beholder Mile (G1) in March.
The chart below highlights the highest-rated stakes winners from last week, ranked by Brisnet Speed Ratings, with their corresponding Beyer Speed Figures:
| Horse | Race | Jockey | Brisnet | Beyer |
| — | — | — | — | — |
| Next | Brooklyn (G2), 1 3/8 miles | Luan Machado | 109 | 109 |
| Sweet Azteca | Great Lady M (G2), 6 1/2 furlongs | Juan Hernandez | 106 | 106 |
| Comedy Town | Smile Sprint, 6 furlongs | Drayden Van Dyke | 103 | 100 |
| Night Cap | Dashing Beauty, 6 furlongs | Flavien Prat | 101 | 82 |
| Henro | Iowa Derby, 1 1/16 miles | Rafael Bejarano | 100 | 96 |
| Mullikin | John A. Nerud (G2), 7 furlongs | Flavien Prat | 100 | 102 |
| Domestic Product | Dwyer (G3), 1 mile | Flavien Prat | 97 | 101 |
| Red Route One | Prairie Meadows Cornhusker (G3), 1 1/8 miles | Cristian Torres | 97 | 94 |
| Spirit of St Louis | Hudson Valley, 1 mile (turf) | Manuel Franco | 97 | 97 |
| War Like Goddess | Robert G. Dick Memorial (G3), 1 3/8 miles (turf) | Junior Alvarado | 97 | 99 |
This comprehensive overview of the past week’s top-performing stakes winners in the world of horse racing provides valuable insights for enthusiasts and industry insiders alike. Stay tuned for more updates on the exciting developments in the sport of kings.
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