Xigera is a talented three-year-old filly who has excelled on the dirt, showcasing her ability with back-to-back stakes wins and a strong performance in the GIII Falls City S. at Churchill Downs, proving herself as a dynamic and exciting horse for the future.
‣ Xigera (Nyquist) has proven herself on the dirt with back-to-back stake wins by a combined 9 3/4 lengths.
‣ The decision to switch Xigera to the main track by owner Rigney Racing and trainer Phillip Bauer has resulted in nothing but wins for the 3-year-old.
‣ Winning rider Julien Leparoux believes that Xigera will be even better next year and is a very exciting horse with a quick turn of foot, while Phil Bauer agrees that she has proven grass was not her preferred surface and that she has a quick turn of foot.
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Xigera (Nyquist) has proven herself once again after securing her third-straight victory in the recent GIII Falls City S. at Churchill Downs. As the favored horse in the race, she extended her race-winning streak by taking her second graded stake in this outstanding event, winning over the TwinSpires. This remarkable win was a seamless transition from her previous wins, establishing her undeniable prowess on the track.
The 3-year-old filly has shown immense promise under the expert care of owner Rigney Racing and trainer Phillip Bauer. While her exceptional performance on the grass circuit couldn’t be overlooked, the decision to switch her to the main track has proven to be a game-changer. With a fantastic run in the Tepin S. at Ellis Park, Xigera’s adaptability has been on full display, culminating in her latest triumph.
Racing third into the first turn, Xigera displayed patience and composure as she maintained a tracking trip, showing her unwavering determination and focus. This resulted in her ultimate dominance, leaving the rest of the field trailing behind. Julien Leparoux, her winning rider, expressed pride in her abilities, stating, “We’ve always loved her since she was a 2-year-old. She’s going to be even better next year. I think she’s a very exciting horse.”
Xigera’s exceptional talents have been attributed to her exceptional quick turn of foot, which showcases her dynamic nature. Trainer Phil Bauer echoed this sentiment, emphasizing, “She’s a special type of horse which makes our job easy. She has such a quick turn of foot which makes her so dynamic.”
The magnitude of this victory for Xigera (Nyquist) is not just testament to her own abilities, but also adds to the pedigree of her dam, Argent Affair, who has also produced other notable winners. This outstanding accomplishment is a prelude to what promises to be a thrilling year ahead, where we anticipate even more remarkable performances from this exceptional filly.
