Pilot Commander, a 2-year-old colt by Justify, won his debut race at Del Mar as the favorite, beating out his stablemate Imagination by 2 1/4 lengths.
– Pilot Commander (c, 2, Justify–Rebuke, by Carson City) wins the 2nd-Del Mar, $61,500, Msw
– The winner is a half to Freedom Flyer (Constitution), SW & GSP, $303,300
– The winner was the $700,000 OBS March breezer and broke like a shot on debut
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If you’re a fan of horse racing, you probably already know about the highly anticipated debut of Pilot Commander, a two-year-old colt sired by Justify and out of the mare Rebuke, by Carson City. Making his first start at Del Mar, Pilot Commander was the 6-5 favorite and did not disappoint. Breaking out of the gate with speed and determination, Pilot Commander held off his stablemate and fellow high-priced yearling Imagination (Into Mischief) to win by 2 1/4 lengths.
Trained by the legendary Bob Baffert, Pilot Commander showed his class and potential in this maiden special weight race. Despite hanging on his left lead down the stretch, he was able to maintain his lead, showing he has the grit and determination needed to succeed at the highest levels of competition. With an impressive pedigree and an eye-catching performance in his debut, Pilot Commander has officially put himself on the radar as a promising young talent in the world of horse racing.
Pilot Commander’s owner, CSLR Racing Partners LLC, and breeder, A R Enterprises, Inc., must surely be thrilled with the promising start to the colt’s career. With a lifetime record of 1-1-0-0 and earnings of $36,600 after just one race, Pilot Commander has already shown signs of being a profitable investment. The future looks bright for this talented young colt, and it will be exciting to see how he progresses as he steps up in class and takes on tougher competition.
For fans of horse racing, Pilot Commander’s debut was a tantalizing glimpse of a potential star in the making. With a powerful sire in Justify and a strong performance in his first race, Pilot Commander has all the makings of a future standout in the sport. As he continues to develop and gain experience, it will be fascinating to see just how far this promising young colt can go. Keep an eye out for Pilot Commander in future races – he could very well be a name to remember in the world of horse racing.
