Peru: Padre Roberto led an Argentine 1-2-3 sweep in the Clásico Rumbo al Latinoamericano

The son of Hurricane Cat defeated Super Corinto and Daddy Feres to earn golden points with the late-April race in mind

LIMA, Peru (Special for Turf Diario).— Argentine racing enjoyed a joyful Sunday afternoon at Hipódromo de Monterrico. In a demonstration of resilience, health, and class, runners born in the pampas swept the podium in the Clásico Rumbo al Latino, contested over 2,000 meters on the turf. The result made it clear that when it comes to stamina and hierarchy, "albiceleste" genetics continue to rule the region. The main protagonist was the gray Padre Roberto, who not only returned to his best form but did so with astonishing authority.

To understand the magnitude of Padre Roberto’s achievement, one must look back. In 2024, the son of Hurricane Cathad established himself as one of the best of his crop by winning the Clásico Ricardo Ortíz de Zevallos (G1). However, physical setbacks sidelined him for a long period, raising doubts about whether he would ever return to being the "airplane" that dazzled during his two-year-old season.

After a promising comeback in November, where he finished second in the Clásico Victoria de Tarapacá (L), the Juan Suárez trainee arrived at this appointment at his peak. Bred by Haras Vacación and guided by an impeccable Carlos Trujillo, the Stud Jet Set defender moved with freedom and command.

As they entered the homestretch, Padre Roberto took control easily and drew away to cross the wire with a 5-length advantage over his stablemate and fellow color-bearer, the established Super Corinto (Super Saver). The runner-up, a horse with a proven international track record, could do nothing against the winner's drive but played his part in securing a 1-2 finish for the stable.

To complete the Argentine trifecta, Daddy Feres (Daddy Long Legs) finished in third place, 5 1/2 lengths back. Fourth place went to Buen Camino (Tale Of Ekati).

The fractions of the race reflected a steady pace: 24s64 for the first 400 meters, 49s36/100 for the 800, 1m13s72/100 for the 1,200, and 1m38s92/100 for the mile, stopping the official clock in an excellent final time of 2m01s93/100.

With this victory, the grandson of Roman Ruler boosted his record to 3 wins from just 4 starts, a stunning strike rate that speaks to his quality. His earnings now stand at S/ 87,837.00.