Falakeyah Shines on Debut, Becomes TDN Rising Star for Owen Burrows
- Owen Burrows, known for his patience in training, is optimistic about his new horse, Falakeyah (GB), making an impressive debut at Wolverhampton.
- In the race, Falakeyah started slowly but quickly moved into mid-division.
- Her first foal, Rowayeh (Ire), has shown promise as a mile handicapper.
Falakeyah Shines in Debut at Wolverhampton
Owen Burrows, known for his patience in training, is optimistic about his new horse, Falakeyah (GB), making an impressive debut at Wolverhampton. This two-year-old filly, from the lineage of greats like Lahudood (GB) and Hukum (Ire), is a promising prospect for the future.
In the race, Falakeyah started slowly but quickly moved into mid-division. She made her way to the front before the final furlong and won by 5 ½ lengths over Life Is Rosie (GB). Jockey Jim Crowley reported that she ran very professionally and suggested that more racing would benefit her.
Falakeyah is the second foal of the unraced mare Alaflaak. Her first foal, Rowayeh (Ire), has shown promise as a mile handicapper. Their dam, Lahudood, had a successful racing career in 2007, winning the GI Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf and the GI Flower Bowl Invitational. She has also produced Mahrajaan, a G2 winner, and Aghareed, a listed-winning mare.
Aghareed’s descendants include Hukum and Baaeed, both of whom took time to thrive in their racing careers. The early signs suggest that Falakeyah could also be a strong contender for Classics in her upcoming races.
Race Summary
- Event: 2nd Division Maiden at Wolverhampton
- Date: November 21
- Track Condition: AWT
- Distance: 8f 142y
- Time: 1:49.56
Falakeyah (GB):
- Age: 2
- Sire: New Bay (GB)
- Dam: Alaflaak (by War Front)
- Record: 1 race, 1 win, earnings $4,305
Falakeyah’s performance indicates she may become a significant part of Burrows’s training lineup in the future, possibly bringing excitement in the seasons ahead.