JS Racing Stables could feature seven horses at Banks Classic

…As Guyana Cup nomination looms

A prolific field of seven horses from the JS Racing Stables could take centre stage at the Banks Classic at the Port Mourant Turf Club on Sunday, February 1.
According to seasoned Brazilian trainer attached to JS Racing Stables, Cesar Gustavo Netto, he disclosed that the likes of Mapa Do Brasil, Royale Rocks, Milano Italy, Full Liberty, Mulan, and Regal Man could all form a formidable line-up for JS Racing Stables.

The Banks Classic will be the first day for Guyana Cup nomination day, and JS Racing Stables will be keen on earning their spot for the Guyana Cup set for August 23.
“We are ready; we may have seven horses for the different races. The conditions are good, and I am so happy for the work in Guyana and working good horses, the trainer said.
Gustavo said the level of races in terms of competition is similar, but the surface has grass in Brazil, which differs from Guyana’s turf tracks. He also highlighted that Guyana has four active racetracks, while Brazil has one recognised track for racing.
Ten races are on the cards for February 1, and approximately $15 million will be up for grabs. The top horse in the feature one-mile event will be rewarded $2 million, and JS Racing Stables will be aiming to repeat their winning form from the Boxing Day meet.
Other races on the provisional card for the Banks Classic include the Sprint Classic Open, the F Class and lower open to E Class non-winners in their last start, four-year-old imported maidens in Guyana, three-year-old Guyana-bred non-winners of two races, L Class maidens open to first-time starters, G Class and lower open to F Class non-winners in their last three starts, I Class and lower open to West Indian-bred non-winners in their last two starts classified to H Class, J3 and lower, L Class Open, and L Class non-earners for 2025 and 2026.
Horses will not be able to race without an entry form. Earlier this week, the Guyana Cup Committee officially released the 2026 Guyana Cup Nomination Series, covering the Guyana Cup (Mile), Guyana Cup Sprint, and Guyana-Bred Derby.
Three races, four nomination days for the Guyana Cup, and one championship season.
The nomination days are February 1, 2026, at Port Mourant Turf Club; April 5, 2026, at Port Mourant Turf Club; May 3, 2026, at Bush Lot United Turf Club; and July 5, 2026, at Port Mourant Turf Club (final nomination day).
JS Racing Stables has surpassed the underdog expectations and has solidified itself as one of Guyana’s best stables, and with nomination day at stake, they will be aiming to showcase their best.