Autorretrato confirmed his upward trajectory with a decisive victory in the Clásico Pedro Chapar
The colt carrying the colors of Stud Tres Jotas led from wire to wire, defeating Earth Day by 2 lengths in a remarkable display against older horses; the Gran Premio Joaquín S. de Anchorena (G1) now looms as his major objective
Autorretrato continues to progress by leaps and bounds, with each new performance confirming that his ceiling remains far out of reach. The colt carrying the colors of Stud Tres Jotas captured the Clásico Pedro Chapar (G3-1400m, turf) this Sunday—another feature on San Isidro's stellar card—delivering a decisive display that proved he is fully equipped for even loftier challenges.
Winner of the Polla de Potrillos (G3) at La Plata, the son of Angiolo and Marlotte (El Corredor) was coming off a fourth-place on-track finish in the Gran Premio Polla de Potrillos (G1) at Palermo, where he was promoted to third following the disqualification of Fletcher (Gershwin). That effort had left positive impressions, alongside the feeling that he still had plenty of untapped potential.
His connections wisely opted to exercise patience. Though entered in both the Gran Premio Jockey Club (G1) and the Gran Premio San Isidro (G1), the decision was made to pass on both opportunities. That patience yielded immediate dividends, as his return could not have been more convincing.
With Adrián Giannetti taking the reins and capitalizing on his light 54-kilogram assignment, Autorretratoimmediately seized the initiative from the break and never allowed his rivals to threaten his dominance. He traveled upfront with supreme confidence, turned into the stretch with plenty in reserve, and when the question was asked,responded with authority to report home 2 lengths clear of Earth Day (Cosmic Trigger).
The finish carried an added measure of distinction: the top two spots were claimed by 3-year-olds defeating older horses in a high-profile graded stakes. Capital Boss (Daniel Boone) completed the trifecta, finishing 2 1/2 lengths further back in third, while Severino Hit (Hit It a Bomb) crossed the wire fourth.
The clock provided further testimony to his merit. Autorretrato completed the 1,400 meters in a sharp 1:21.17, a mark made even more impressive considering the course was somewhat lengthened due to false rails. It was a potent mixture of speed, stamina, and effortless stride that strongly suggests top-tier ambitions ahead.
Conditioned by Felipe Arone, the dark bay secured his third victory from just eight career starts—his second at the graded level—while adding another feather to the cap of Marlotte, a broodmare who continues to bring immense joy to Tres Jotas. Her progeny, which includes G1 standouts Madonna Benois (Angiolo) and Qué Tarde Gris (Il Campione), continues to compile marquee wins.
Next steps now remain to be determined. The Gran Premio Joaquín S. de Anchorena (G1), set for December at San Isidro, looms as the most logical target, though the Clásico Joaquín V. González (G2) on November 19 at La Plata—where he captured the Polla—remains an alternative, albeit on a tight schedule.
For now, Autorretrato left another majestic impression. At just 3 years old, he already knows what it takes to win graded stakes across different tracks and surfaces, as well as beating older horses. His present is thrilling, and his future promises so much more.
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