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Hit Show

Total Earnings 2025

$7,101,000

2025 Wins % 67

Overall Win % 50

Speed Figure 110

Mixto

Total Earnings 2025

$2,536,500

2025 Wins % 0

Overall Win % 11

Speed Figure 113

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Total Earnings 2025

$1,730,070

2025 Wins % 100

Overall Win % 48

Speed Figure 122

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Total Earnings 2025

$1,090,000

2025 Wins % 33

Overall Win % 38

Speed Figure 104

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