$109,200 Worth Horse Guides Equestrian Trainer to 1–2 Finish in Thrilling Del Mar Race

Sports have always been about resilience and not giving up until the end. Countless comeback stories have captivated sports enthusiasts’ hearts, and equestrian sports are also no exception. One such story of a remarkable comeback from an equestrian trainer and his horse is making heads turn their way. Del Mar Race Week, where the Prince of Monaco trained, has come to an end. Bob Baffert’s performance lived up to expectations as the 1–9 favorite in Sunday’s Grade 1, $300,000 Del Mar Futurity.

But it is not about Bob Baffert and his trainee; it is about trainer Michael McCarthy, who did not start the week well and had to face disappointment initially, but he and his horse wrapped up the event on a high note later.

An equestrian race week to remember

As per Blood Horse, horse Endlessly made the day for his trainer after it clinched the Grade 3 Del Mar Juvenile Turf Stakes. Endlessly bided its time at the rear of the racetrack for the initial half-mile while anticipation built among spectators. Then, with a surge of speed around the far turn, it clinched its victory. The race was completed in a swift 1:35.28, with an impressive 2 1/4-length margin of victory. Talking about his win, McCarthy stated, “He’s continued to get better since his first start.” He adds, “He’s taken his lessons well.” This $109,200 trainer also added that he was optimistic about the win.

Lord Bullington, another horse trained by McCarthy, was placed second in the race, while the favorite Boltage finished third. In the initial seven races of the Del Mar week, McCarthy won three races. He was happy with how things ended for him after a disappointing start. The pair of McCarthy and Endlessly is just getting started, as the horse made its debut earlier this year and has a long journey ahead in its career.

Endlessly’s career and statistics

Endlessly’s lineage traces back to his sire, Oscar Performance, and dam, Dream Fuhrever. His father has several accolades under his belt, which include the 2017 Secretariat Stakes Grade 1 Stakes, the 2017 Belmont Derby Grade 1 Stakes, the 2018 Woodbine Mile Grade 1 Stakes, etc. Endlessly made his debut this year and has had two starts in which he placed first in both of them.

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This Amerman Racing LLC-owned horse already has $109,200 in his career purse, and the Del Mar Juvenile Turf Stakes is the only well-recognized title for him for now. In the world of equestrian sports, resilience and triumph against adversity are not uncommon. Michael McCarthy’s turnaround at the Del Mar Race Week with Endlessly is a testament to this spirit, showcasing the remarkable journey of horse and trainer in the equestrian realm.

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