The scratch of Gota Clara Sos leaves the barn in capable hands, with Mayan Goddess poised to provide the necessary backup in her absence
- Turf Diario
- Apr 7
- 2 min read
Despite the defection of the Ramírez victress from the Grade 3 Fortunato Damiani, the barn remains strongly represented. Her stable companion will take her place in the lineup, heading into the stakes as a solid candidate to find the winner's circle
One would have to consult the historians to find the last time a major Argentine racetrack hosted a card with a mere nine races, barring exceptional circumstances. Yet, that is the scenario this afternoon at the Bosque—a stark illustration of the difficult moment facing the national industry and a lack of administrative action that has become increasingly alarming.
Despite the limited card, the stakes quality remains high, featuring the Clásico Fortunato Damiani (G3). Contested over 1,300 meters on what will likely be a heavy track, the race marks the next step in the local selection process for 2-year-old fillies. While seven were originally entered, it has been confirmed that Gota Clara Sos (Made You Look) will be a non-runner following her victory in last Saturday’s Clásico Eliseo Ramírez (G2) at San Isidro.
With the divisional leader absent, the throne is temporarily vacant. The role of favorite now falls to her stablemate and colors-bearer, Mayan Goddess. Trained by Marcelo Sueldo for Stud Pauli, the filly was a notable winner on debut and subsequently finished third in the Clásico Congreve (L). She was last seen two months ago finishing second to Embozada Rim (Remote) in the Clásico Carlos Casares (G3) at Palermo.
Sueldo holds a strong hand, as he also saddles Salema (Il Mercato), who exits third-place efforts in both the Clásico Amilcar A. Mercader (L) and the Clásico Derli A. Gómez (G3). In the latter, Achispada (Have At It) finished a neck ahead of Salema to take second, and she remains a serious threat as the distances continue to stretch out in the juvenile ranks.
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