A high-stakes Sunday unfolded at the Philippine Jockey Club on February 1 as a ten-race programme blended depth, drama, and championship quality from start to finish. With racing running from 2:00pm to 6:50pm, the afternoon found its defining moment in Race 4 – 2026 Philracom “Commissioner’s Cup I” (Group 2), where class rose decisively to the surface. Carrying a total purse of ₱2,000,000, the feature stood as the emotional and competitive centrepiece of a card that delivered significance well beyond its numbers.
The spotlight belonged to Bea Bell in Race 4 – 2026 Philracom “Commissioner’s Cup I” (Group 2), where the 5yo gray mare confirmed her standing at the top level with a composed and authoritative performance. Contesting the ₱2,000,000 feature, Bea Bell was produced with precision by JB Hernandez for trainer Donato S. Sordan, asserting late to stop the clock at 1:40.91. Representing Bell Racing Stable, she proved decisively superior on the day, with Parade King and Jungkook filling the placings behind a performance that defined the meeting.
Momentum had been established early in Race 1 – RBHS Class 3 (57–70 split), where Hole In One, a seasoned 7yo dark bay gelding, delivered a controlled success. PM Cabalejo guided the Edgardo R. Lumpay-trained runner to a decisive win in 1:23.46 for owner Leonardo M. Javier Jr., with Elliez Star and Usir chasing in behind after a sharp early tempo.
Rising talent took centre stage in Race 2 – 2026 Philracom-PCSO “3yo Maiden Stakes Race I”, as Diamante announced himself in style. The 3yo bay colt, trained and bred by Claudio C. Angeles for Benjamin C. Abalos Jr., handled the step up with maturity under PR Dilema, stopping the clock at 1:24.57 ahead of Roukei Player and Black Panther.
Graded competition intensified in Race 3 – 2026 Philracom “Japan Cup” (Group 3), a ₱1,000,000 contest that saw Tough Customer stamp his authority. The 4yo gray colt, trained by Ruben S. Tupas and partnered by JA Guce, delivered a strong, sustained run to secure victory in 1:38.71 for owner Patrick Kok Tiong Chua Uy, with Lucency and Longevity chasing home in a race that lived fully up to its billing.
After the feature, the strength of the card remained intact. Race 5 – 3yo & above maiden race (placers) saw Be Kind, a 4yo gray colt trained by Raymundo E. Mongaya, break through under RD Raquel Jr. in 1:27.50, holding off War Emblem and Forever King.
Stable dominance continued in Race 6 – 2026 Philracom “Commissioner’s Cup II” (Group 3), contested for ₱800,000, as Midnight Bell added further gloss to an already successful afternoon for the Donato S. Sordan yard. The 4yo gray filly, again guided by JB Hernandez, travelled smoothly before asserting late to score in 1:41.65, holding off Open Billing and Circus Crowd in another polished graded performance.
Late-card consistency shaped the conclusion of the programme, beginning with Race 7 – RBHS Class 5 (17–41 split), where Official Seal delivered a controlled performance. The 6yo bay mare, trained by Richard G. Tupas and ridden by CL Advincula, stopped the clock at 1:27.01 for owner and breeder Leonardo M. Javier Jr., holding off Azintado and Boy Wonder after asserting in the straight.
Momentum carried into Race 8 – RBHS Class 5 (17–41 split) as Isla Puting Bato underlined her durability. The 8yo gray mare, prepared by Peter L. Aguila and partnered by PM Cabalejo, proved strongest late to score in 1:28.97 for owner Redentor M. Domingo, with Caring Melody and Queen Bell completing the frame.
Class edged slightly higher in Race 9 – RBHS Class 4 (42–56 split), where Atty. Wynona produced a decisive finish. The 4yo chestnut filly, trained by Rosendo R. Mamucod and guided by RC Tabor, clocked 1:27.57 for owner Carlomagno M. Batalla and breeder Rosarito L. Bagatsing, finishing clear of Laugh In The Rain and Stripe Of Pink.
The meeting concluded with Race 10 – RBHS Class 4 (42–56 split), as High Intensity closed the card on a confident note. The 6yo bay mare, trained by Dante I. Salazar and ridden by CA Reyes, delivered a sharp 1:25.79 performance for owner Dennis C. Tan, with Paris With Bronze and Constatic Offer filling the minor placings.
From maiden promise to Group race excellence, Philippine Race Results 1 February stood as a complete racing statement. The elite race day delivered a card where quality was sustained, champions emerged, and the Commissioner’s Cup once again confirmed its place at the summit of the local racing calendar.
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