Stakes Saturday under the Twin Spires

 On a spectacular Stakes Saturday with quality races across North America, we look in on a special race down in Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Iroquois Stakes~G3~1 mile~2 year-olds~Graded Stakes}

A slightly reduced field of eleven will go to the gate in this annual race with Kentucky Derby 2025 points on the line.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Significant speed should produce a sizzling pace in this race. Speed numbers are very close as all these youngsters progress in their racing career. Only two have gone this distance while the rest will stretch out. Interestingly, four of Not This Time's prodigies will load into the gate. Six runners in the field have raced over the Churchill track. It should be a fabulous race to get a first look at some of crop that will try to get their footing on the Kentucky Derby trail.

#8 Magnitude (Gaffalione / Asmussen) looks for the win in his second start over the Churchill oval. He comes in with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. This colt could show speed or be taken back for a swift run through the stretch. A so of Not This Time, he holds a 50% win rate from two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Strummin (C. Torres / Hancock) is the most experienced runner in the field having tackled this distance twice. He shares the fourth highest last out speed number and holds one solid workout. He should track the pace ready to roll. A son of Flameaway, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Giocoso (Graham / Desormeaux) is another that has already hit the board at this distance. He holds the second highest last out speed number at a longer route on the TURF and has posted four strong peaking workouts. He should track the pace closely. Another son of Not This Time, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Owen Almighty (I. Ortiz / B. Lynch) is the morning line favorite with the highest dirt speed number and two hearty workouts. He should be forwardly placed. This colt will be seeking his thrid win in a row. A son of Speightstown, he holds a 100% win rate from two starts.

#10 Jonathan's Way (Rosario / Bauer) will be another tracker making his second start. He won his maiden with a good speed number and has three excellent peaking workouts. A son of Vekoma, he won at first asking.

#12 Politically Correct (Geroux / C. Davis) has hit the board in all three of his starts. He should be forwardly placed in the thick of the pace. This guy has won both of his starts over the Churchill track. A son of Violence, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Magnitude  ///  #6 Strummin,  #2 Giocoso,  #5 Owen Almighty,  #10 Jonathan's Way,  #12 Politically Correct.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #2,  #5,  #10,  #12  ///  #8 Magnitude.

Best of luck with all of your Stakes Saturday plays!!!

 

Back to Kentucky Downs on Superfecta Sunday

 Staying on at Kentucky Downs we take look at a fine Stakes race for the three year-olds.

Kentucky Downs Race 10 {Global Tote Gun Runner Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A great group of eleven will hit the challenging KY Downs course in this feature race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to develop a swift pace. Speed numbers are very close making it super competitive. Only three have raced over the Kentucky Downs course. All are well experienced over the Turf and at the distance. It should be an extremely good race on a day of great racing across the continent.

#4 Army Officer (Dettori / B. Cox) comes in from Saratoga with three solid workouts. He holds the highest speed number at the distance. Look for him to track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He loves the Turf and the distance. A son of Not This Time, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Brilliant Berti (B. Hernandez / DeVaux) is the deserved favorite coming in from Colonial Downs. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This colt will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Noble Mission [GB], he is 80% in the money from five starts.

#12 Neat (Alvarado / Atras) comes in from Saratoga seeking his third win in a row. He has one race over the Kentucky Downs course. This guy is another that will track the pace closely. A three-race speed fig progression adds to his luster. A son of Constitution, he holds a win rate of 66%.

#10 Depiction (I. Ortiz / DeVaux) is another with a three-race speed fig progression. He is dropping in distance with four strong workouts. Look for him to track and close swiftly. He is coming in from Churchill Downs. A son of More Than Ready, he is 42% in the money.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Herchee (E. Morales / Pitts) Comes in from Ellis Park on a two-race win streak in his only starts. This lad loves the Turf and the distance as evidenced by these wins. Look for him to be forwardly placed. A son of Twirling Candy, he seeks to defend that 100% win rate.

#5 In a Jam (D. Davis / M. Casse) has hit the board at the Kentucky Downs course. He comes in from Colonial Downs. He should track the pace closely. This guy hit the board in his last and has put in two robust workouts in the last thirty days. he is one of two that absolutely love the Turf, distance, and course. A son of Preservationist, he is 72% in the money from fourteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Army Officer  +  #8 Brilliant Berti  +  #12 Neat  +  #10 Depiction.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#4 Army Officer  /  #8 Brilliant Berti,  #12 Neat  /  #8,  #12,  #10 Depiction,  #3 Herchee,  #5 In A Jam  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta plays!!!

Stakes Saturday at Magnificent Kentucky Downs

 On this Stakes Saturday we look in on a fantastic Turf battle at that unique track, Kentucky Downs.

Kentucky Downs Race 10 {Kentucky Turf Club Stakes~G2~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A swell field of ten will hit the course in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This talented field will do battle at long distance over the adulating course. There is enough speed to produce a swift pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Six of the entrants have experience over the Kentucky Downs course. Two millionaires are in the field. Three will be trying this distance for the first time. It should be one of the many exciting races run at Kentucky Downs.

#11 Chief Little Rock [IRE] is a European invader that will engage the domestic horses. Last seen at Ascot {GB} where he was an also ran at this distance. Powerful international connections give him a slight edge. This colt should race close to the pace ready to strike. A son of Galileo [IRE], he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Integration (Carmouche / McGaughey) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two strong workouts. This lad will stretch out to the distance. He comes in from Colonial Downs with a second in a grade one race. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Quality Road, he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Get Smokin' (De La Cruz / M. Casse) will contend notching a win at this distance in his first try. He will show speed battling for the lead with another. Coming in from Monmouth, he has a win over the Kentucky Downs course. A millionaire son of Get Stormy, he is 55% in the money from twenty-nine starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

 #8 Belladeer (Geroux / Papaprodromou) is the other speed in the race. He has recorded steadily improving speed figures in his last four starts. A powerful workout tab of three indicates he is prepped for the KY Downs challenging cours. A son of Distorted Humor, he is 33% in the money from twenty-four starts.

#7 Tawny Port (Prat / Clement) should be a fierce challenger with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and four hearty workouts. This guy has hit the board in two of his three tries at the distance. Another that will track the pace closely. A millionaire son of Pioneerof the Nile, he is 57% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#1 Highway Robber (Loveberry / Lynch) will stretch out with the third highest last out speed number and three robust workouts. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This gelding has hit the board in his last three races. A son of Hard Spun, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#11 Chief Little Rock [IRE]  ///  #2 Integration,  #4 Get Smokin,  #8 Balladeer,  #7 Tawny Port,  #1 Highway Robber.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #4,  #8,  #7,  #1  ///  #11 Chief Little Rock [IRE].

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets CASH!!!

 

Holiday Racing Monday up in Canada

 Happy Labor Day or do you say Labour Day as in Canada. On this Holiday Monday we take in an exciting Turf stakes up in Ontario.

Fort Erie {Puss N Boots Cup Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A modest field of nine will hit the green in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed on the inside to keep this group rolling. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive race. All but one have raced over the Fort Erie Turf. Most have acquitted themselves well over the Fort Erie course. It should be a fine course on a day with a good deal of action across the North American continent.

#9 Four Aces High (Pinto / Simms) is the deserved favorite with the second highest (tie) last out speed number at this very distance. He should track the pace closely. Winning at this distance last time out should enable him to improve on that effort. A son of Old Forester, he is 45% in the money from forty-two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Wilberforce (Moreno / Ceccato) will challenge with the highest last out speed number and one stout workout. He loves the Turf, distance, and course. This guy has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of prodigious Turf sire, Kitten's Joy, he is 61% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Quarky (Crawford / Mathes) will contend with an affinity for the Turf, distance, and Fort Erie course. He is another with tactical speed that should put that quality to good use. A son of The Factor, he is 53% in the money from fifty-two starts.

$2 SHOW.

#6 Jack the Cat (Mailhot / Warner) is yet another that excels on the Turf, at the distance, and over the Fort Erie course. He should track the pace and quicken in the stretch. This guy comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number. A son of Courageous Cat, he is 53% in the money from forty-three starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Kiddie Holiday (Johnson / Ceccato) should be in the mix sharing the second highest last out speed number and one exceptional bullet workout. He has posted solid performances over the Turf, at the distance, and on the Fort Erie course. A son of Ami's Holiday, he is 56% in the money from thirty starts.

#5 Glitter Bay (B. Boulanger / Capi) should be in the mix after hitting the board in his last three. He loves the Fort Erie Turf with a 100% itm record over it. Look for him to be in the tracker pack. A son of Tamarkuz, he is 44% in the money from thirty-six starts.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#9 Four Aces High  +  #4 Wilberforce  +  #3 Quarky  +  #6 Jack the Cat.

20 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#9 Four Aces High  /  #4 Wilberforce  /  #3 Quarky,  #6 Jack the Cat,  #2 Kiddie Holiday,  #5 Glitter Bay  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Labor Day plays!!!