“Has Dual Citizenship Now”: Trainer Welcomes 3-Year-Old Filly Ahead of $250,000 Race on Historic Grounds

For a trainer from Monmouth Park, the saying “with great power comes great responsibility” is fairly accurate. The equestrian season is in full flow, which means the trainer, horses, and riders are also advancing with the speed of light. Many notable races took place at famous American racetracks including Churchill Downs, Belmont Park, and Monmouth Park among others. The horse-rider duo’s fierce rivalry this year kept the race competitive to the bitter finish. Trainers started looking for young horses to participate in the races before the anticipated schedules. To upgrade her portfolio, a 3-year-old filly traveled 1952 miles to reach her trainer.

Having the eastern barn serve as the horse’s temporary home is a peculiar aspect of the work arrangement. The seven-time runner’s forthcoming race will help cement her name with future ambitions of carrying a legacy. Her ties to the Kentucky Derby are already apparent, right?

Equestrian journey of a young Kentucky-bred

Vegas Magic, a Grade 2-winning horse that will compete at the iconic Monmouth Oaks on Saturday, was warmly received in trainer Kelly Breen’s facility. Just ten days since her arrival from the West Coast, the famous $250,000 Grade 3 race awaits her East Coast debut. At 3, the young Champ’s work commitments have earned her a reputation from six races. Breen quips that shipped Vegas Magic “has dual citizenship now,” in an article by Paulick report.

The daughter of former Champion American Thoroughbred racehorse Good Magic is doing well under the care of not one, but two trainers. Her California-based trainer Doug O’Neill agreed with his friend Breen, who defines her as a “classy filly.” “We’re just trying to run her against 3-year-olds now,” Neill remarked. Together, they set out to support Vegas Magic in achieving her full potential.

Although he isn’t sure if she should stay in the West, Breen, the racetrack’s three-time top trainer, is eager to work with the thoroughbred. Currently, focused training is underway for Oak’s victory with the goal of making her run longer and faster. While the Saturday race is still a long shot, here’s what the young one has added to her impressive resume.

Equestrian boasts his homebred wins

Vegas Magic is fresh off her season-opening win finishing sixth in the Grade 2 Lady M Stakes at Los Alamitos on July 4. She began her career at age 2 with three straight wins out, one of which was a victory in the Grade 2 Sorrento Stakes at Del Mar. She also finished first in the Grade 1 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies at Del Mar after placing fourth in the Grade 1 TVG.com Debutante. In just three years, she added her name to the California race tallies while competing away from home barn similar to the most recent Oak’s race.

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In contrast to the East trainer’s desire for more starts, the West trainer wants to add just one Grade 3 race this year. In the end, O’Neill said, “In this business, you’re concerned with everything,” as he wished his horse luck. Vegas Magic continues to be a name desired for victory, despite the season adding many young horses to the win records. In light of her past records, are you someone who believes in her potential?

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