In a thrilling display of speed and agility, Desert of Malibu, a talented five-year-old American-bred chestnut mare, clinched victory in the prestigious $2.5-million Port Royal Sprint.

Trained by the seasoned Gary Subratie and skilfully ridden by Raddesh Roman, Desert of Malibu left spectators in awe.

As the gates burst open, Desert of Malibu shot forward, engaging in a fierce battle with Pack Plays for the lead. Jockey Dick Cardenas fought valiantly aboard Pack Plays, but fate had other plans. Losing both irons and whip in the straight, Cardenas struggled to maintain control.

Seizing the opportunity, Roman expertly guided Desert of Malibu, unleashing her explosive acceleration down the stretch. Pulling away with ease, Desert of Malibu crossed the finish line 4 ¼ lengths ahead, stopping the clock at an impressive 1:12.3.

Desert of Malibu’s triumphant victory secured her automatic qualification for the coveted Mouttet Mile, cementing her reputation as a force to reckon with in horse racing.

The Jamaica Observer’s The Supreme Racing Guide analyses the outcome of the race.

FIRST – DESERT OF MALIBU (USA): Has cemented her status as a formidable contender, romping to her fourth-consecutive victory and fifth overall from six starts. Her impressive streak underscores her readiness for the prestigious Mouttet Mile. With each triumph, Desert of Malibu showcases her exceptional capability, positioning herself as one of the top horses at present. Her impressive performance has racing enthusiasts eagerly anticipating her Mouttet Mile race.

SECOND – WALL STREET TRADER (USA): Did extremely well to finish in second place.
Wall Street Trader continued to show improvement and will continue to make his presence felt in his races.

THIRD – IS THAT A FACT (USA): Ran an expected. With a top weight of 57.0kgs (126 lb),
Is That A Fact was expected to be outsped but this foreigner continued to show his grit and determination. A good run nonetheless.

FOURTH – PACK PLAYS (USA): Was highly touted for victory but faced unforeseen challenges, hindering his performance. Despite misfortune, this talented American-bred promises future success.

FIFTH – PERFECT BREW: Ran as expected.

SIXTH – MAJOR DANGER (USA): At least she defeated one runner here.

SEVENTH – SENSATIONAL MOVE: Was never a factor.