Heavy favorite Journalism (c, 4, Curlin-Mopotism, by Uncle Mo) overcame a rough start in Saturday's GII San Diego Handicap at Del Mar. After being left behind at the gate, he trailed the five-horse field by several lengths as Mirahmadi (Into Mischief) set the early :23.24 pace. The Goat (Chi) (Midshipman) took a slight lead on the turn as Journalism was floated out wide, circling the field before taking the lead with a furlong to go. Last year's GI Preakness Stakes, GI Haskell Stakes, and GI Santa Anita Derby winner held sway to the wire, holding off a trying Shea Brennan (Tough Sunday) for the win as Iron Man Cal (Collected) nabbed third. Journalism got the 1 1/16 miles in 1.42.65.Sales History: $825,000 Ylg '23 FTSAUG. Lifetime Record: 14-7-3-3.O-Bridlewood Farm, Don Alberto Stable, Eclipse Thoroughbred Partners, Elayne Stables 5, LLC, Robert V. LaPenta, Mrs. John Magnier-Lessee, Derrick Smith-Lessee, and Michael B. Tabor-Lessee; B-Don Alberto Corp. (Ky.); T-Michael McCarthy, J-Umberto Rispoli.JOURNALISM!!!After a terrible start, the classy Journalism won the $300,000 San Diego Handicap (G2) at @DelMarRacing. The @mwmracing-trainee was ridden by @umbyrispoli. @coolmoreamerica pic.twitter.com/MAivwVWOPg— FanDuel Racing (@FanDuel_Racing) July 19, 2026The post Journalism Overcomes Abysmal Start, Wins San Diego appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.