Preston Boss made a triumphant return to action, showcasing all his class at San Isidro

The homebred from La Legenda returned to winning ways following a seven-month layoff, standing out as one of Wednesday's key figures. Gonzalo Borda tallied three victories on the card, while apprentice jockey Luis Córdobasuffered a fall in the final race

Seven months on the sidelines were not enough to make Preston Boss forget his class. The homebred for Haras La Legenda returned to the track this Wednesday at San Isidro, doing so with a convincing victory in the Premio Niccola, the card's third race, restricted to horses 6 years old and up with three or more wins.

Sent off as the betting favorite, the experienced campaigner—a son of Holy Boss—showed a version of himself that recalled his finest moments, those of 2023 and 2024 when he distinguished himself in black-type company, including victories in the Clásico Haras Argentinos (L) and the Handicap Dancing Moss, alongside several placings at the graded level.

Physical setbacks had complicated his career, forcing him through multiple lay-offs, but trainer Juan Saldivia managed to restore him to health and bring him back in exceptional order. It was no easy assignment, facing seasoned rivals like stakes winner El Despertar (Il Campione), but Preston Boss handled business with authority, leaving a highly promising impression for the road ahead.

The program also provided a look at a few 3-year-olds with bright futures. In the opening event, Minami (Gouverneur Morris) won on debut in impressive fashion among maiden colts, delivering another victory for La Legenda, this time through the combination of jockey Gonzalo Borda and trainer Marcelo Sueldo.

Among the fillies, the third time was the charm for Clear Conscience, a daughter of Strategos running for Stud Los Patrios, who broke her maiden by a length and a half over her rivals.

Another name deserving of recognition was The Last Mad (Hit It a Bomb), who notched his third career win by scoring over 1300 meters in the Premio Anacarsis.

Among the professionals, Gonzalo Borda once again asserted his dominance, completing a treble thanks to Minami,Don Tramo (Orpen), and La Portuaria (Daddy Long Legs), further solidifying his position at the top of the overall jockeys' standings.

Regrettably, the race card concluded with concerning news. In the final race, apprentice jockey Luis Córdoba suffered a fall while riding Sweet Guadalupe (USA-Candy Ride). According to an official report from San Isidro, the rider suffered multiple trauma and was transferred to the Clínica de La Trinidad for medical attention and further diagnostic testing.

For the time being, Córdoba will be unable to ride as he awaits a definitive assessment of his injuries—a sobering end to an afternoon that had otherwise delivered several bright highlights.