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Filly Epic Affair Eyes Big Turf Win
14 Aug
Summary
- Epic Affair enters the Catch a Glimpse race at Woodbine.
- The two-year-old filly is trained by Gail Cox.
- She was a $95,000 purchase at the 2025 Keeneland Sale.
Epic Affair, a daughter of Epicenter, is poised to compete in the $150,000 Catch a Glimpse race on Saturday at Woodbine. The two-year-old filly, trained by Gail Cox, enters the 6 ½-furlong turf event following a third-place debut on July 25.
Cox expressed satisfaction with Epic Affair's initial performance, noting the filly's closing ability and long stride, suggesting she prefers distances beyond a sprint. The dark bay filly demonstrated maturity and willingness in her first race, prompting her connections to aim for this turf competition.
Bred in Kentucky, Epic Affair was acquired for $95,000 at the 2025 Keeneland Association September Yearling Sale. Cox was impressed by the filly's conformation and gait, anticipating a strong showing on the turf.
