Regaled, owned by Ribble Farms, Hoolie Racing Stable, and Kamp Racing Stables, secured her second straight win in the $600,000 Delaware Handicap (G3) held Saturday at Delaware Park. With jockey Joseph Ramos guiding her, the 5-year-old Mohaymen filly surged from last place among eight competitors to claim victory by three lengths, paying $9.40 as the third betting favorite. Luis Rivera Jr. rode Chasten to a second-place finish, while the 5-to-2 favorite Nerazurri, ridden by Jaime Rodriguez, came in third, a further 1¼ lengths behind.
Covering 1 1/8 miles in 1:53.22 on a muddy course, the Kentucky-bred Regaled, trained by Whit Beckman, became only the eighth horse to win the Delaware Handicap twice, joining a prestigious list that includes Endine (1958-59), Obeah (1969-70), Blessing Angelica (1971-72), Susan’s Girl (1973 & 1975), Nastique (1988-89), Royal Delta (2012-13), and Elate (2018-19). Her victory added $330,000 to her earnings, pushing her career total beyond $1.3 million with five wins from 24 starts.
Joseph Ramos reflected on the ride: “From the start, I felt confident in her ability; it was just about finding the right moment. I maintained a clear path without losing ground, stayed patient, and trusted my filly—she was outstanding today.”
As part of the Breeders’ Cup Dirt Dozen Bonus Series, the Delaware Handicap contributes toward entry fees for the $2 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) at Keeneland on October 31, with the top three finishers earning credits of $30,000, $15,000, and $7,500 respectively.
— Originally reported by Paulick Report on October 4, 2026.
Fan Take: Regaled’s back-to-back triumphs in this historic race highlight her exceptional talent and resilience, making her a standout contender to watch in the upcoming Breeders’ Cup Distaff. For horse racing enthusiasts, her performance underscores the thrilling unpredictability and depth of competition that keep this sport captivating season after season.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
