The Beverly D. Stakes (G2T) at Colonial Downs on August 9 features top older fillies and mares competing over 1 3/16 miles on turf, with South African-bred Beach Bomb emerging as a key contender. Trained by Graham Motion and owned by Cayton Park Stud, Beach Bomb has shown strong form this season with wins in graded stakes at Gulfstream Park and close seconds in other major turf races. Her pedigree is notable, being out of champion mare Beach Beauty and sired by Irish champion Lancaster Bomber, highlighting her stamina and class suited for longer turf races.
Motion, known for training international and distance horses like Animal Kingdom, praises Beach Bomb’s determination and temperament, crediting jockey Luis Saez for maximizing her potential. Despite quarantine challenges for South African imports, recent regulation changes have eased training transitions. Motion also regards Colonial Downs’ turf course as one of the best in America, believing the Beverly D.’s 1 3/16-mile distance suits Beach Bomb better than longer trips, positioning her well for a potential return to the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf.
