Day 2 of Del Mar’s 2024 Turf Festival featured strong stretch runners dominating the races. Jockey Umberto Rispoli and Formidable Man won the Grade I Hollywood Derby, while Mi Hermano Ramon and Will Then scored victories in the Seabiscuit Handicap and Jimmy Durante Stakes, respectively. Formidable Man’s win marked his third straight victory at Del Mar, highlighting his potential and quality. Will Then, trained by Jonathan Thomas, made a strong stretch run under jockey Vincent Cheminaud to clinch the victory. The Turf Festival will conclude with the Grade I Matriarch Stakes on Sunday, with Gina Romantica and Ag Bullett among the top contenders. Other races include the Grade III Cecil B. DeMille Stakes and the Stormy Liberal Stakes, where trainer Phil D’Amato will have the top three favorites. The Turf Festival has showcased thrilling races and exciting finishes, making it a must-watch event for horse racing enthusiasts.
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Strong Man Triumphs at Hollywood Derby in Del Mar – Daily News
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