Carlton Watson and Jason DaCosta delivered an extraordinary performance at Caymanas Park on Sunday, clinching four victories across the nine-race card. The highlight of their remarkable day was Dothraki’s triumph in the $1.25-million Vassel “Jolly Man” Najair Memorial Trophy, an Overnight Allowance race for three-year-olds and older, covering five and a half furlongs (1,100m). Guided by jockey Robert Halledeen, Dothraki seized an early lead, maintaining his position despite challenges from Incredible Jo (Raddesh Roman) and A Gift From Ben (Ramon Nepare). He crossed the finish line a length and a quarter ahead of Digital One (Dane Dawkins) and Teflon Don (Shaheem Gordon), clocking an impressive time of 1:05.4 (23.2 x 47.1 x 59.3). This victory not only showcased Dothraki’s exceptional speed and endurance but also set the stage for his upcoming participation in the Mouttet Mile this December. Watson and DaCosta’s other successes included Midnight Traveller (Halledeen) in the second race, Mineola (Clive Lynch) in the sixth race, and H Two O (Halledeen) in the seventh race. The three-day Heroes’ Day racing carnival concluded on Monday, with the first post scheduled for 11:35 am.
