The Philippine Race Results 2 January presented a competitive seven-race programme at the Philippine Jockey Club, showcasing emerging talent and consistent performers across the dirt outer track. Racing ran from late afternoon into the evening, offering spectators a display of tactical rides and well-prepared runners.
The opening 3YO & ABOVE MAIDEN PACE over 1200 meters at 5:00 PM carried a prize of ₱400,000. RODEO DRIVE claimed victory under jockey JM Estorque for trainer Edgardo R. Lumpay, finishing strongly in 1:14. The horse settled mid-pack before producing a decisive finishing burst down the straight.
In the RBHS CLASS 5, 1400 meters at 5:30 PM, also with ₱400,000 on offer, PRIVATE DINING edged out the field under PJA Guce for trainer Anthony A. Henson in 1:3, winning by three-quarters of a length. The runner maintained a prominent position throughout and responded well to the late drive.
The third race, RBHS CLASS 5,1400 meters at 6:00 PM, again with ₱400,000, saw JUST ME take the honours with jockey JE Apellido for trainer Ralph S. Alcantara, clocking 1:29. The winner showed a strong early pace and controlled the race comfortably to the line.
MALIBU BELL triumphed in the fourth RBHS CLASS 5, 1400 meters race at 6:30 PM, with ₱400,000 prize money. CV Garganta rode for trainer Donato S. Sordan to finish in 1:28.8, overtaking the front-runner in the final stages with a well-timed effort.
Race five, RBHS CLASS 5, 1400 meters at 7:00 PM, offered another ₱400,000. A MAN’S A MAN dominated for jockey RD Raquel Jr and trainer Raymundo E. Mongaya, completing the distance in 1:27. The horse showed impressive acceleration in the straight to secure a clear advantage.
In the sixth race, RBHS CLASS 4, 1400 meters at 7:30 PM with ₱400,000 in prize money, FLAMING JUNE recorded 1:25 for jockey AR Villegas and trainer Claudio C. Angeles. The winner maintained a stalking position before producing a smooth, decisive finish.
The evening concluded with the seventh race, RBHS CLASS 4, 1400 meters at 8:00 PM, offering ₱400,000. MELANIA crossed the line in 1:27.6 with OP Cortez aboard for trainer Renato D. Hipolito, showing determination from the turn and holding off late challengers.
Overall, the Philippine Race Results 2 January demonstrated competitive depth across both maiden and RBHS-rated divisions. Trainers and jockeys delivered calculated performances, highlighting the growing strength of the local racing circuit.
For more stories, results, and updates from the world of horse racing, stay tuned to RaceBuzz.