Lull after Breeders' Cup opens door to overlooked horses

Following the Breeders' Cup, weekend horse racing events provided opportunities for emerging and overlooked horses to shine. At Belmont Park, Tap to Open won the Grade II Mother Goose, while Stimulate secured victory in the Grade III Dwyer Stakes. Meanwhile, at Woodbine, Sultana claimed the Grade III Maple Leaf Stakes. These results highlight the depth of talent in North American racing as the 2026 season approaches its final stretch.