Funcaandun to extend winning streak in Mark My Word feature
The running of the $1.4 -million Mark My Word Trophy, an Open Allowance contest for three-year-olds and upward over nine furlongs and 25 yards, takes centre stage on tomorrow’s 10-race card.
This race will see the unbeaten American-bred sensation Funcaandun putting his flawless record on the line against last year’s Jamaica Derby champion
Ability and the rapidly improving Rhythm Buzz.
Below is the analysis of each runner and their chances of winning the main attraction on the card.
1. ABILITY: (4 b c by Lion Tamer – Disability Charm) – Talented colt who seeks three wins on the trot here.
Ability annihilated the competition in the Easter Sprint, triumphing by a staggering 8 ½ lengths over 5 ½ furlongs on April 1. He then edged out foreign rival I Am Fred by a short head in the I’msatisfied Trophy on May 25 over 6 furlongs, showcasing his fighting spirit. With good workouts coming into this race, Ability is primed to continue his winning streak.
2. D HEAD CORNERSTONE: (5 b h by Bern Identity – Soul of the Heart) – Has a Mount Everest to climb here.
3. RHYTHM BUZZ: (4 b c by Buzz Nightmare – River Rhythm) – This talented colt is on a roll here, riding a three-win streak into this contest.
Rhythm Buzz has been in dominant form, culminating in a resounding 8-length victory over this very distance on April 27, clocking an impressive 1:57.3. With his current momentum and proven ability over this distance,
Rhythm Buzz is expected to make a bold bid here.
4. SHE’S MY FRIEND : (5 b m by Natural Selection – My Friend Lucy) – Has no winning chance here.
5. FUNCAANDUN (USA): (3 b c by Kimt – Fiftyshadesoffun) – This foreign invader has been nothing short of phenomenal since his local debut on January 20.
Funcaandun boasts an unblemished record of four wins from four starts, dominating races over 6, 7, and 8 furlongs with ease. His most recent triumph on May 27 was a tour de force, annihilating the competition by 14 lengths in a time of 1:40.0. With his impressive form and razor-sharp workouts,
Funcaandun is poised to extend his winning streak in his toughest test yet — and he’s looking almost unbeatable.
