Oklahoma Derby Day

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take on another race on the Nation's Derby Docket.

Remington Park Race 10 {Oklahoma DErby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A modest field of eight will go to the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

Good speed will make the pace an honest one. Speed figs are very close. Only two have raced over the Remington Park track. Five will be stretching out to this distance for the first time. All seem to have been well prepped for the grade three. It should be a fantastic race on a great Oklahoma Derby day card.

#2 EJ Won the Cup (M. Smith / O'Neill) comes in from Fanduel where he earned the highest last out speed number and has put in three fine workouts. This guy will be part of the speed on the front-end. He is one of the few that have covered this distance. A son of Omaha Beach, he is 75% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Dimatic (S. Elliott / Asmussen) comes in from the West Virginia Derby where he it the board at this distance. He has cobbled together four superb peaking workouts in preparation. Look for him to track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Gun Runner, he is 50% in the money from ten starts.

#6 Most Wanted (Geroux / B. Cox) should be part of the speedsters up front. He comes in with the second highest last out speed number and four power workouts. This guy will be seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he holds a 100%-win rate from three starts.

#8 Society Man (Lanerie / Gargan) is the most experienced at this distance having hit the board in three of his four starts. Look for him to be among the tracker crew. Four strong workouts add greatly to his preparation. A son of Good Magic, he is 62% in the money from eight starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Canada Gate (Ayuso / J. Sadler) will stretch out to this distance with the fourth highest last out speed number and three superior workouts. He should be forwardly placed. A son of Constitution, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

#1 Indispensable (R. Gutierrez / J. Sadler) comes in from Del Mar with the third highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This lad is another tracker seeking to positon himselve for the stretch run. Another son of Constitution, he is 80% in the money from ten starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 EJ Won the Cup  +  #5 Dimatic  +  #6 Most Wanted  +  #8 Society Man.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#2 EJ WOn the Cup  /  #5 Dimatic,  #6 Most Wanted  /  #5, #6,  #8 Society Man,  #3 Canada Gate,  #1 Indispensable.

Beat of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday tickets!!!

   

Stakes Saturday under the California Sun

 We look in on Santa Anita and a fabulous California Crown card. Our focus will be on a fabulous graded downhill Turf sprint with a robust field.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Eddie D. Stakes~G2~6 1/2 furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of eleven will head up hill for the start of this annual contest.

Past Performances Used:  Equibase.

There is plentiful speed in this race to produce a sizzling pace. All are proficient over the Turf. Four will be making their first start on the unique downhill course. One millionaire joins the field. Speed figs are fairly close with a plethora of triple digit speed numbers posted. It should be one of the best races on the California Crown card.

#5 King of Gosford [GB] (Fresu / D'Amato) has won both of his efforts on the downhill Turf course. He holds a good last out speed number at a route and four very strong workouts. This guy should track the pace closely. A son of Zoustar [AUS], he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 Show.

#2 First Peace (M. Smith / Glatt) comes in with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two superb workouts. He absolutely loves the Turf and the downhill Turf course. This lad will also track the pace closely and sprout into the stretch. A son of Funtastic, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Airforce Red (JJ Hernandez / Powell) will show speed with the fourth highest last out speed number at a route and two diligent workouts. He is a downhill Turf course specialist. This ridgling will seek his second win in a row. A son of Air Force Blue, he is 45% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Johnny Podres (Rispoli / Barocio) is one of a very few that could benefit from a hot pace as he will track and close swiftly. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He loves the Turf and the downhill course. A son of Grazen, he is 62% in the money from forty starts.

#11 Big Invasion (Prat / Clement) is the morning line favorite as he ships in from Saratoga. He has a good last out speed number that earned him a win and one workout. This guy will track the front runners and scoot over the patch of dirt as he enters the Turf stretch. A millionaire son of Declaration of War, he is 75% in the money from twenty starts.

#10 Noble Reflection (M. Gutierrez / Papaprodromou) will join the speedster pace on the front-end. He excels at the distance and over the downhill course. This gelding shares the highest speed number on the downhill course. A son of Liam's Map, he is 41% in the money from seventeen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 King of Gosford [GB]  ///  #2 First Peace,  #6 Air Force Red,  #1 Johnny Podres,  #11 Big Invasion,  #10 Noble Reflection.

Reverse the Wheel {$5.00)

#2,  #6,  #1,  #11,  #10  ///  #5 King of Gosford [GB].

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

  

Superfecta Sunday in Maryland

 We look in on a nice Stakes race in Maryland with the fillies sprinting on the dirt.

Laurel Park Race 8 {Weather Vane Stakes~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A reduced field of eleven will hit the dirt in this Superfecta Sunday affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race will be speed ladened producing a frothy pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it quite competitive as well. Nearly half the field has raced over the Laurel track. All but one have raced at the distance. It should be a great race on this Superfecta Sunday.

#8 Vincey Girl (Toledo / D'Angelo) has hit the board in all three of her races at this distance. She comes in from Charlestown the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and one bullet workout. She will track the pace. This gal loves the dirt and distance. A daughter of Race Day, she is 72% in the money from seven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#13 Youalmosthadme (S. Russell / B. Cox) is another that has hit the board in all of her races (4) at the distance. She comes in from Presque Isle Downs with the fourth highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. This filly will track the pace closely. A daughter of Oxbow, she is 100% in the money from ten starts.

#4 Carmelina (M. Snachez / R. Reid) will be part of speedsters on the front-end. She won in her only attempt over the Laurel track. She comes in from Saratoga with a decent speed fig. This gal is adept over the dirt. A daughter of Maximous Mischief, she is 53% in the money from thirteen starts.

#1 Runaway Diva (X. Perez / Hemmingway) comes in from Colonial Downs with a good last out speed fig at a route and three powerful peaking workouts. She is another that will track the pace closely. A daughter of Runhappy, she is 50% in the moeny from six starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Cap Classique (B. Curtis / B. Russell) also comes in trom Colonial with the highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She is another that will track the pace closely. She has hit the board in all three of her starts over the Laurel track. A daughter of Vino Rosso, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#5 Brookmesa (J. Ruiz / Pompay) is looking for her third win in a row with the third highest last out speed numb and one peaking workout. This gal will also track the pace closely. Coming in from Monmouth she is good over the dirt and distance. A daughter of Sky Mesa, she is 62% from eight starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8 Vincey Girl  +  #13 Youalmosthadme  +  #4 Carmelina  +  #1 Runaway Diva.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#8 Vincey Girl  /  #13 Youalmosthadme,  #4 Carmelina  /  #13,  #4,  #1 Runaway Diva,  #10 Cap Classique,  #5 Brookmesa  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

All Eyes on Pennsylvania

 On this Stakes Saturday we turn to the Keystone State for a superb Pennsylvania Derby.

PARX {Pennsylvania Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A grand field of eleven will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

There is plenty of speed in this one to formulate a sizzling pace. Speed figs are fairly close with only one horse hitting a triple digit Beyer. One millionaire makes an appearance along with a couple near the cusp of that milestone. Only three have raced over the Parx oval. All are experienced at the distance. It should be one of the best races on a card stocked full of good races.

#8 Unmatched Wisdom (Prat / C. Brown) holds the highest speed number at the distance and has two stout workouts. He should be forwardly placed near the pace ready to spring into the stretch. It will be his first race over the Parx track. A son of Cairo Prince, he has a 75% win rate from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#11 Stronghold (Fresu / D'Amato) comes in from Indy with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four strong peaking workouts. He should track the pace closely seeking to strike in the stretch. This will be his first run over the Parx oval. A son of Ghostzapper, he is 87% in the money from eight starts.

$2 PLACE  /.  $3 SHOW.

#7 Dragoon Guard (Geroux / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite with the highest (tie) last out speed number and four powerful workouts. He will be seeking his fifth win in a row while showing tremendous speed. Another with his first attempt over the track. A son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Timeout (Rosario / Mott) comes down from Saratoga sharing the highest last out speed number and four solid workouts. He should benefit from a hot pace with his tracking capability. This guy will try the Parx dirt for the first time. A son of Curlin, he is 100% in the money from five starts.

#5 Protective (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) is another coming down from Saratoga with a good last out speed fig at a longer route and three hearty workouts. He loves the dirt and distance. Another tracker looking for a proper set-up. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#10 Uncle Heavy (M. Sanchez / Reid) should race well over his home track. He shares the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in one diligent workout in the last thirty days. This colt will be part of the tracking crew ready to battle in the stretch. A son of Social Inclusion, he is 50% in the money from eight starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Unmatched Wisdom  ///  #11 Stronghold,  #7 Dragoon Guard,  #4 Timeout,  #5 Protective,  #10 Uncle heavy.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#11,  #7,  #4,  #5,  #10  /// #8 Unmatched Wisdom.

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets cash!!!!

 

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!!!