Lucas González Keeps the Pace: Three Wins, 100 on the Year, and a Perfect Partner in Hugo Sanagua

The young jockey continues to deliver solid performances since graduating and currently ranks seventh in the national standings. With the support of Córdoba-born trainer Hugo Sanagua, they shared a memorable Wednesday afternoon at San Isidro

Joy Deseada Cruises to an Easy Victory / JUAN I. BOZZELLO

Leaving behind the advantage of apprentice weights and stepping up to compete against the most experienced riders is rarely an easy transition. There are countless examples of promising apprentices whose prospects fade once the weight allowance disappears and opportunities become scarcer.

For Lucas González, who only recently graduated after a brief apprenticeship, the situation seems to have no impact whatsoever. There’s hardly a race day in which he doesn’t reaffirm his talent, and this Wednesday at Hipódromo de San Isidro was no exception—even on a program of modest quality.

The young jockey secured a highly celebrated treble, bringing his 2025 tally to 100 victories, placing him seventh in the national jockey standings, led comfortably by Brazilian Francisco Leandro with 252 wins.

While Lucas was one of the stars of the day, another standout was trainer Hugo “Pico” Sanagua, responsible for the three runners that allowed González to shine, making it one of the most prolific afternoons of his campaign.

The day’s success began with Boleroglam (Señor Candy x Bella Sin Alma, by Star Dabbler – Explotaciones Valse S.A.), who won the Premio Acteon over a mile by seven lengths, earning her second victory at age 4 in just six starts.

Later, the talented duo added two more wins with Joy Deseada (Fortify x Stormy Night, by Bernstein – Haras Las Retamas) and Mufasa Spring (Greenspring x Matsumura, by Editor’s Note – Haras Vikeda), both emerging from maidens and defending the colors of Stud El Basti.

The mare, also 4, dominated by seven lengths in the alternate mile of the Premio Bionic Sunray, while the colt—full brother to champion Malibu Spring (G1), Misty Spring (G3), and stakes winner Madonna Girl—celebrated his first career win by seven lengths over 1600 meters in the Premio Manicero Key at age 5.

With the number 7 and the mile as recurring themes, Lucas González and Hugo Sanagua enjoyed a highly productive Wednesday at San Isidro, a day to savor and remember.