Orpen Rimout Captures Omega in Thrilling Finish
- Turf Diario
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Favorite Edges Noche Alta by a Head; My Pride Third, a Neck Back, on Turf
The Clásico Omega (G2, 1600m, soft turf), which opened Saturday’s high-class doubleheader at San Isidro, delivered a gripping finish between the two standout mares in the field.
In the end, it was Orpen Rimout who proved best, justifying favoritism with a late rally to defeat the always-tough Noche Alta (Hi Happy) by a head, as she returned from a lengthy layoff with a performance suggesting there is more to come. Right there, just a neck further back, 3-year-old My Pride (Daddy Long Legs) ran a huge race to finish third.
Back at a mile—her ideal trip—Orpen Rimout returned to winning ways, once again showcasing the versatility that allows her to adapt to any pace scenario. Whether racing prominently or coming from off the pace, as she did here, she handles both with class.
Rider Martín Valle knows her perfectly and made the most of her strengths. Aware of her competitive nature, he allowed her to settle early while Paxing (Señor Candy) set the pace under pressure from Sátira Gaucha (Cityscape), both ultimately paying the price for their early efforts and fading late.
As the leaders weakened, the race shifted dramatically. Charging almost in tandem, Orpen Rimout and Noche Alta took over, with the former maintaining a slight edge throughout the stretch and holding it to the wire, stopping the clock in 1:38.10.
My Pride closed well once again on turf, reinforcing her upward trajectory. Still only three, she shapes as one to watch as she continues to develop.
Bred by Haras Firmamento and a daughter of Remote, Orpen Rimout carries the colors of Stud Los Apóstoles and, with this victory, secured her spot in the upcoming Gran Premio Copa Diamante (G1) on May 25, part of a major Grade I program. Noche Alta will surely loom as a serious threat once more.
A final note goes to trainer Carlos D. Etchechoury, who not only saddled the Omega winner but later swept the trifecta in the Clásico Porteño (G3) with Honest Boy (Heliostatic), Equal Mostaza (Equal Stripes) and Pecado Original(Global Hunter). Some performances speak for themselves—and this was one of them.
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