Maverick seeks redemption in Louis Hitchins Cup

After failing to land a blow in the Winston “Fanna” Griffiths OD Classic on September 6, 2026, Maverick returns hoping to make amends in tomorrow’s $1.1-million Louis Hitchins Memorial Cup at Caymanas Park. The race is a Restricted Allowance II contest for native-bred three-year-olds (non-winners of two) and imported three-year-olds and upward (maidens) over 7 furlongs (1,400m). The Jamaica Observer’s The Supreme Racing Guide takes a close look at each runner and their chances of winning.

RED THIRTYTWO: (3 b c by Hedge Fund – Roses For Elle) – Has not done anything of note since his maiden win on March 15. Form has tapered off and he is going to be left behind in this one. JUVENTUS ONE: (3 b c by Savoy Stomp – Texas Missy) – Showed some early promise but has not progressed as expected.

Juventus One is not expected to be a major player here. Tyrese Anderson winning aboard Prosperity Sen. MAVERICK: (3 b c by Aveenu Malcainu – Midnight In Paris) – Beaten by a nose by stablemate London Spirit in the Jamaica Derby (12 furlongs – 2,400m) on August 6 in a heartbreaker.

Returned and flopped badly in the Winston “Fanna” Griffiths OD Classic (9 ½ furlongs – 1,900m) on September 6, finishing eighth by 35 lengths — a run best forgiven. Maverick drops drastically in class, back to 7 furlongs, which is much more suitable than the Derby and Classic trips. Facing lesser competition here, Maverick is expected to rebound with a victory among these.

ABUDAR: (3 b c by Savoy Stomp – Ship Sham) – Consistent runner who always gives his best at the races. Has been thereabouts in similar company and is expected to continue doing well. CINDY’S RUSH (USA): (3 b f by Rushie – Tuberose) – Finished down the track in her debut run on August 29, but was reported to have been green.

Has worked well since that outing and is poised to deliver a much better effort here. ALWAYS BOURBON (USA): (3 gr/rn c by Always Dreaming – Bonbourbon) – Importee who makes his debut on local soil. Has been working well coming into this and is expected to run well first time out.