This Sunday, a group of promising 3-year-old fillies will compete in the Grade 3, $100,000 Señorita Stakes at Santa Anita Park. Among them is Cloe, who won her last race at Gulfstream Park and now aims to secure her first graded stakes victory under trainer Jose D'Angelo. Another contender, Amorita, trained by Richard Mandella, looks to build on her second-place finish in the China Doll Stakes. Meanwhile, Jungle Peace makes her stakes debut after two consecutive wins in California following an unsuccessful start in Europe.

Cloe's Journey to the Señorita Stakes

Cloe, trained by Jose D'Angelo, has shown remarkable potential with a strong performance in her last race at Gulfstream Park. The filly triumphed over five furlongs on turf, setting the pace from gate to wire. Having only one loss in three starts, Cloe demonstrated adaptability across different surfaces and distances. Her upcoming challenge at the Señorita Stakes marks her bid for a graded stakes win, where she'll reunite with jockey Luis Saez.

Bred from the first crop of classic winner Tiz the Law, Cloe made her debut under Victor Barboza, securing a victory on synthetic tracks before facing her only setback when transitioning to dirt. However, her recent success indicates that she thrives on turf. With earnings surpassing $100,000, Cloe represents Lugamo Racing Stable in this prestigious event. As she competes against seasoned rivals like Amorita and Jungle Peace, Cloe’s consistent performances suggest she could be a formidable contender.

Other Notable Competitors

Besides Cloe, other notable contenders include Amorita and Jungle Peace. Amorita, trained by Richard Mandella, finished second in her stakes debut, showcasing her ability to set the pace before being overtaken. This experience may serve her well as she shortens distance for the Señorita Stakes. On the other hand, Jungle Peace, imported from Europe, found success in California after two initial losses abroad. Under Phil D’Amato's guidance, she secured back-to-back victories in her U.S. appearances.

Jungle Peace’s journey highlights her adaptability to new environments, proving crucial in her transition from European racing. She boasts a solid record despite limited starts, earning nearly $80,000 for her domestic owners. Amorita, bred by Liam’s Map, has earned almost $94,000 across six starts, reflecting her consistency and competitive spirit. Both fillies bring unique strengths to the table, making the Señorita Stakes a thrilling spectacle of speed and strategy.