Kikito D’angelo guides Shisospicy to Music City G2T Victory at Kentucky Downs
Franklin, KY – Jockey José Francisco “Kikito” D’Angelo expertly guided Shisospicy to victory in the $500,000 Music City G2T at Kentucky Downs on Saturday, covering 6 ½ furlongs on the turf in a time not promptly available.The win marks a 4-4 record for Shisospicy in North America this year, adding to a seven-race campaign within the american Union.
Shisospicy, a daughter of Mitole, owned by Morplay racing LLC and Qatar Racing, closed as the third betting favorite, returning $8.42, $5.54, and $3.94. Cloe finished second at 25-1 odds, paying $20.02 to place and $11.30 to show, while Tabiti (GB), representing Juddmonte, secured third place. D’Angelo positioned Shisospicy strategically,allowing her to find running room and ultimately overtake the leaders,distancing herself from Tabiti and Classic Q,who finished fourth.
The Music City G2T is a important race on the Kentucky downs turf course calendar, attracting competitive fields and offering a substantial purse. ShisospicyS victory adds to her notable record and solidifies her position as a contender in turf sprint races. The filly was bred in Kentucky by Bill Heiligbrodt & Corinne Heiligbrodt.