The New York Racing Association (NYRA) officials made a significant change to the Oct. 8 racing card at Belmont in response to weekend rainstorms. The originally scheduled turf race of the $150,000 Futurity Stakes was moved to the main track due to the inclement weather. This alteration resulted in the race being downgraded to listed stakes.

Book’em Danno, a New Jersey-bred horse racing for the colors of Atlantic Six Racing and trained by Derek Ryan, seized the opportunity in this changed setting. Book’em Danno demonstrated his talent with a remarkable performance, securing his third consecutive victory. The horse was piloted by jockey Jose Ortiz, who guided him brilliantly.

Book’em Danno’s undefeated record

During the race, Book’em Danno tracked three wide behind the leaders, maintaining a strong position throughout. He made a decisive move in the stretch, making his way past Works for Me, the pacesetter. His smooth move ultimately made him win an impressive margin of 6 1/2 lengths. The final time for the six-furlong race on the main track was 1:09.47.

This phenomenon further highlights Book’em Danno’s prowess on dirt surfaces. The victory in the Futurity Stakes opened the possibility of an automatic berth in the Breeders? Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint. However, this eligibility was pending review by a Breeders? Cup panel. This event adds an element of anticipation to Book’em Danno’s future prospects.

Danno shines in Turf-to-Dirt victory

This win continued Book’em Danno’s undefeated streak in the field. His victorious win had commenced with his debut victory in August at Monmouth Park. He had previously excelled in the Smoke Glacken Stakes on Sept. 9. Undoubtably, he marked his successful transition to stakes competition.

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Despite the unexpected change from turf to dirt, trainer Derek Ryan remained unfazed, acknowledging Book’em Danno’s aptitude for dirt tracks. Looking ahead, if the Breeders? Cup berth did not happen, the horse could be considered for the one-mile, $150,000 Nashua race scheduled for Nov. 5 at Aqueduct.

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