For trainer Kenny McPeek, the idea was to keep it simple.
So when Creative Minister recorded his final workout June 6 for the Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets (G1), which is an easy half-mile breeze that allows the 3-year-old to stretch his legs just a bit.
“It’s not complicated,” McPeek said of ‘s son Creative cause Long feather four wheel spin: 50.33 on main road. “He did well with no problems. He jumped into the food pan after work.”
Clockers listed the Creation Minister’s time as the 19th fastest out of 28 long distance works.
The Creative Minister, owned by Fern Circle Stables, Back Racing and Magdalena Racing and bred by Dell Ridge Farm, arrived in Belmont June 11 after finishing a solid third place in the Preakness Stakes (G1). ) May 21, length 3 1/2 behind victory Vote early .
Although Preakness marks the Creative Minister’s share debut and is contested on a wet, 90-degree day in Pimlico racetrackMcPeek said the 3-year-old had no ill effects on his third race in a period of five weeks – a timeframe that matches the distance of three Triple Crown races.
McPeek said: “He came out of Preakness which was amazing; not worse for wear.” “He’s been in Belmont since Preakness and is doing well. He’s ready for the weekend.”
Get out Tapit mare Tamboz, Creative Minister was acquired by McPeek, as an agent, for $180,000 from a St George Sales consignment at the September 2020 Promotion at Keeneland.
