Litigation Triumphs in Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint Win
Litigation, a four-year-old colt by Twirling Candy, marked a noteworthy victory in the Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint. The race took place on January 24, 2026, and included a significant purse of $155,000. This win is particularly meaningful as it represents Litigation’s first black-type success.
Race Overview
The Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint, a 5-furlong turf race, saw Litigation take the lead with a final time of 55.03 seconds. The colt, owned by Stone Farm and trained by Brian A. Lynch, started as the 5-2 favorite. His journey through the race was tactical. He spent the early stages in eighth place while Coppola, the second choice at 3-1, set the pace.
Critical Moments in the Race
As the runners approached the final stretch, Litigation made a critical move, swinging seven wide off the turn. He surged forward in the final strides, narrowly defeating the longshot Full Disclosure by a neck. My Boy Prince finished closely behind in third, losing the photo finish by mere inches.
- Winner: Litigation (Twirling Candy)
- Owner: Stone Farm
- Trainer: Brian A. Lynch
- Jockey: Mario Gutierrez
- Purse: $155,000
- Winning Time: 55.03 seconds
Race Conditions
During the race, Unconquerable Keen, a competitor, clipped heels and lost the rider around the sixteenth pole. Despite this incident, the stewards reviewed the race and maintained the official order of finish without changes.
Litigation’s Career Highlights
This victory adds to Litigation’s impressive record, which now stands at 9 starts, 5 wins, and earnings of $362,641. His previous performances include a maiden win and two allowance victories, one of which was against stakes winner Troubleshooting.
Future Prospects
Litigation is a product of the mare Argue, who has also produced notable stakes horses. With a full-brother set to debut soon and the mare expecting a foal by Blame in 2026, the future looks bright for this promising bloodline.
Overall, Litigation’s victory in the Gulfstream Park Turf Sprint not only showcases his talent but also adds to the legacy of his pedigree. The racing community eagerly anticipates his future performances as he builds on this significant achievement.
