Joe Labozzetta/NYRAShe’s My Type, ridden by Hector Diaz Jr., wins the $100,000 License Fee Stakes.
She’s My Type got a textbook ride from Hector Diaz Jr. to win the $100,000 License Fee Stakes comfortably in Friday’s nightcap at Belmont.
She’s My Type ($9.50) saved ground in midpack early in the six-furlong sprint on the inner turf course, as Jakarta and Caravel fought for the lead through splits of 22.24 seconds and 45.13.
She’s My Type loomed into contention late on the turn before Diaz angled her wide for the drive. She mowed down the leaders by the eighth pole and then drew off to score by 1 3/4 lengths, covering the distance in 1:08.34 over the firm ground.
Robin Sparkles came wide from a stalking position to end up second by three-quarters of a length over Caravel. Introduced wound up fourth, and was followed by Flower Point, I’llhandalthecash, Lady Lawyer, Jakarta, and 5-2 favorite Sweet Melania.
:: Enhance your handicapping with DRF’s Belmont Park Clocker Report
A French-bred 4-year-old by Dunkerque, She’s My Type was returning from a 7 1/2-month layoff. She won two stakes last year, including the Coronation Cup at Saratoga. The License Fee was her fourth win from eight outings.
Trained by Christophe Clement, She’s My Type earned $55,000 for owner Ghislaine Head. She has career earnings of $225,080.