SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 29, 2023--
Daily Racing Form (“DRF”), a leading provider of premium data and authoritative editorial coverage to sports and horse racing enthusiasts in North America, today joined the horse racing community in continuing to celebrate the victory by Arcangelo and trainer Jena Antonucci, a DRF Brand Ambassador, in Saturday’s Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga.
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The impressive win is a testament to the dedication of Antonucci, who has a background as an equine veterinary assistant, as well as the steadfast support of her team. She is the second female trainer to win the Travers, following Thanksgiving’s win with Mary Hirsch in 1938. Earlier this year, Antonucci became the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes with Arcangelo, and thus the first woman to win a Triple Crown race.
Arcangelo, ridden by Javier Castellano and owned by Blue Rose Farm, earned a career-best Beyer Speed Figure of 105 for his one-length victory in the Travers. This ties Arcangelo with Forte, Mage, Saudi Crown, and Two Phil’s as the fastest performance by a 3-year-old in a two-turn race this year.
“We couldn’t be more grateful for this incredible journey Arcangelo is taking us all on,” Antonucci said. “We are enjoying everyone’s positive energy and appreciate all the well wishes and kind words. I am thrilled to serve as an ambassador with the historic DRF brand and look forward to it shaping the future of horse racing.”
Through their partnership, DRF and Antonucci work together to promote continued excellence across horse racing. Antonucci's expertise and passion align seamlessly with DRF's mission to provide racing enthusiasts with the most comprehensive information available. DRF has been a trusted name in horse racing for 129 years, and its commitment to delivering premium data and analysis continues to drive the sport forward.
“The DRF family congratulates Jena Antonucci and her team," said Scott Butera, Chief Executive Officer of Sports Information Group, the publisher of DRF. “We look forward to more victories and a continued, fruitful partnership between Jena and DRF.”
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