Fall Churchill Meet Opens on Superfecta Sunday

 On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a fabulous Graded Stakes race with Kentucky Derby 2025 points on the line.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Street Sense Stakes~G3~1 1/16 mile~2 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will enter the gate in this Derby prep race named after the 2007 winner of the Kentucky Derby.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A quality field of youngsters seeking Derby points will battle under the Twin Spires in this KD 2025 prep. There is a good number of forwardly placed types in the field that lacks any key speedster. It should make for a highly competitive race. Speed figs are very close. Only three have raced over the Churchill track. All, but three will be stretching out to this distance. While the Breeder's Cup may be on everybody's mind its not too early to start thinking about the Kentucky Derby next year. This should be a great race.

#10 Sovereignty (Alvarado / Mott) will be stretching out in the third start of his form cycle. He should take another step forward. This colt holds the third highest last out speed number and two superb workouts. He should be part of the forwardly placed crowd. A son of Into Mischief, he is 50% in the money from two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Tizlastic (C. Torres / Asmussen) is the morning line favorite with the second highest last out speed number and three wholesome workouts. He will enjoy the stretch out for this race.  Look for him to track the field and strike in the stretch. This lad will be seeking his third win in a row. A son of Tiz the Law, he has a 66% win rate from three starts.

#7 Dapper Moon (Santana / D. Stewart) is one of the three that have raced at this distance scoring the second highest speed number. Two hearty workouts help his cause. Another that will battle with the forwardly placed. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

#2 Bracket Buster (Concepcion / Oliver) is the only winner at this distance earning the highest last out speed number. He has put in two high quality works. This lad will be part of the forwardly placed crowd. A son of Vekoma, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Forged Steel (Gaffalione / S.A. Joseph) is well prepped for the stretch out with four strong peaking workouts. This colt will be part of the forwardly placed crew. He should enjoy his first race over the Churchill dirt. A son of Vekoma, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

#2 Baby Boat (Corrales / DiVito) comes in from Hawthorne Racecourse having doubled up his speed numbers and two diligent workouts. He should track the pace and sprout into the stretch. This guy will stretch out in capable fashion. A son of Vino Rosso, he has won both of his two starts. 

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Sovereignty  +  #5 Tizlastic  +  #7 Dapper Moon  +  #2 Bracket Buster. 

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#10 Sovereignty  /  #5 Tizlastic,  #7 Dapper Moon  /  #5,  #7,  #2 Bracket Buster,  #9 Forged Steel,  #3 Baby Boat  /  ALL.

May all your Superfecta Sunday tickets cash!!!

 

Looking at the Indy lads on Stakes Saturday

 A genuinely nice card at Indy lures us to a great race on this Stakes Saturday.

Horseshoe Indianapolis Race 7 {Unreachable Star Handicap~1 mile 70 yards~3 year-old~Indy Bred~Stakes}

A full field of twelve will step into the gate for this feature race on the Indy card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There appears to be enough speed to maintain a strong pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Only two have not hit the board in any of their last three races. This distance should not be a problem for any of these lads, although there will be two of them stretching out. It should be a fantastic race.

#3 Hoosier Daddy Now (Pedroza / Langemeier) is the horse to beat. He holds the highest last out speed number and two strong drills. This gelding will track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. He likes the dirt, loves the distance and Indy track. A son of Charming Kitten, he is 44% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Kingsbury Road (E. Perez / Gorham) will challenge with the third highest lsst out speed number. He should be part of the tracker pack looking for position. This lad is exceptional over the dirt, at the distance, and on the Indy track. A son of Unbridled Express, he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Tremor (Ramos / M. Elliott) should be the speed of the race and will acquit himself well. He won his last earning the second highest last out speed number at a slightly longer distance. Another son of Unbridled Express, he is 37% in the money from sixteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#12 Unbridled Slope (Villareal / Douglass) will track the pace closely and launch into the stretch. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a slightly longer route and two superb peaking workouts. A son of Slope, he holds an in the money record over the dirt, distance, track, and overall of 54%.

#10 Datts Life (D. Parker / Duran) will need a speedy pace to close into. He excels over the dirt, at the distance and over the Indy track. This gelding hit the board in his last two races. A son of Shagaf, he is 69% in the money from thirteen starts.

#1 Leo Springs (Burgos / Haran) won his last race and has put in a bullet workout in the last thirty days. He relies on a swift pace and should close accordingly. This guy has recorded three wins in six tries over the Indy track. A son of Unbridled Spring, he holds a win rate of 37% from eight starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Hoosier Daddy Now  ///  #4 Kingsbury Road,  #11 Tremor,  #12 Unbridled Slope,  #10 Dattts Life,  #1 Leo Springs.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#4,  #11,  #12,  #10,  #1  ///  #3 Hoosier Daddy Now.

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

A Keeneland Superfecta Sunday

 We look in on a great Stakes race at magnificent Keeneland on this Superfecta Sunday.

Keeneland Race 8 {Rood & Riddle Dowager Stakes~G3~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A talented group of eleven will hit the green on this beautiful Fall day.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race comes up a little light on speed. We con expect a Euro-style race where there will be a mighty quickening coming into the stretch. Speed figs are relatively close. Only four have competed over the Keeneland grass. Five will be attempting this distance for the first time on a stretch out. It should be a smashingly exciting race on a wonderful Superfecta Sunday.

#5 Duvet Day [IRE] (L. Saez / McCarthy) comes off a much longer route at Kentucky Downs with three superb peaking workouts. She has hit the board in all four of her races at this distance. This gal holds the second highest last out speed number. She should track the pace and strike in the stretch. A daughter of Starspangledbanner [AUS], she is 54% in the money from twenty-two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#12 Neecie Marie (Rosario / R. Reid) holds the highest last out speed number and one sound workout. She is the morning line favorite. This filly will track and close into the pace. She loves the Turf and has earned triple digit speed numbers in her last three races. A millionaire daughter of Cross Traffic, she is 72% in the money from fourteen starts.

#10 Let'sbefrankbaby [AUS] (J. Ortiz / M. Casse) will be making her first North American start coming in from Australia. She has won at this distance in her only try. Two efficient workouts add to her cause. This mare loves the TURF. A daughter of Frankel [GB], she is 58% in the money from seventeen starts.

#6 Surprisingly (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) comes in with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three hearty workouts. She should be forwardly placed. This mare loves the Turf and the distance. It will be her first start at Keeneland. A daughter of Mastery, she is 61% in the money from eighteen starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Chop Chop (Machado / B. Cox) shares the third highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. She loves the TURF, distance, and Keeneland course. Another gal that will be forwardly placed. A millionaire daughter of City of Light, she is 79% in the money from nineteen starts.

#11 Atomic Blonde [GER] (Gaffalione / Clement) loves the distance and the Keeneland course. She hit the board in her last and has cobbled two decent workouts. This mare will be part of the tracker crew seeking positioning. A daughter of The Grey Gatsby [IRE], she is 60% in the money from twenty-three starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Duvet Day [IRE]  +  #12 Neecie Marie  +  #10 Let'sbefrankbaby [AUS]  +  #6 Suprisingly.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#5 Duvet Day [IRE]  /  #12 Neecie Marie,  #10 Let'sbefrankbaby  /  #12,  #10,  #6 Suprisingly,  #7 Chop Chop,  #11 Atomic Blonde [GER]  /  ALL.

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

   

Back to Keeneland for Superfecta Sunday

 We look in on a great Turf race at that very special race track, Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 6 {1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

A reduced field of nine will hit the grass in this mid-card race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed. Consequently, one could expect a terrific quickening coming into the stretch. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only four have raced over the Keeneland course. Additionally, only five have gone this distance. All have experience over the Turf. It should be an exciting race on another great card.

#9 Queen Regent [GB] (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) will be making her second North American start. She holds the third highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. She has raced this distance in Great Britain. Look for her to track and strike in the stretch. A daughter of Roaring Lion, she is 77% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Holy Foley (J. Velazquez / Lynch) comes in with the highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. She has the most experience at this distance having hit the board in two of three tries. Another tracking she will part of the quickening crew. A daughter of Point of Entry, she is 36% in the money from nineteen starts.

#10 Broadway Boogie (J. Ortiz / Toner) also has experience at this distance having won one of her two attempts. She has cobbled three strong peaking workouts. This gal will also be part of the tracking contingent. She has also raced over the Keeneland Turf. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 30% in the money from ten starts.

#8 Marksman Queen [GB] (Dettori / Motion) will be part of the speed group with the fourth highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. She has recorded the most wins of this group. A daughter of Dubawi [IRE], she is 50% in the money from ten starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Sabalenka (Cannon / Beckman) holds the third highest speed number over the Turf and at the distance. She has three sound workouts to her portfolio. Look for her to close mightily with the proper pace. A daughter of Good Samaritan, she is 46% in the money from thirteen starts.

#1 Boss Lady Bailey (L. Saez / J.A. Ortiz) will be tracking the pace ready to hustle into the stretch. This gal has put together four vigorous workouts to push her forward to this distance. She has hit the board in her only try over the Keeneland Turf. A daughter of Connect, she is 37% in the money from sixteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Queen Regent [GB]  +  #7 Holy Foley  +  #10 Broadway Boogie  +  #8 Marksman Queen [GB].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#9 Queen Regent [GB]  /  #7 Holy Foley,  #10 Broadway Boogie  /  #7,  #10,  #8 Marksman Queen [GB],  #11 Sabalenka,  #1 Boss Lady Bailey  /  ALL.

Good luck with all yourSuperfecta Sunday wagers!!!

   

A Stakes Saturday Grade One at Keeneland

 Nothing better than a Keeneland Autumn. On this Stakes Saturday we turn our attention to a fine grade one on the Turf for the Fillies.

Keeneland Race 8 {Queen Elizabeth II Cup~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Fillies~graded Stakes}

A highly talented group of ten will hit the green in this annual affair.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to carry the pace forward. Speed figs are relatively close making it quite competitive. Two Euros will be making their first North American start. Only four have raced over the Keeneland course. Five have competed at this distance while one has raced at a longer distance. The rest will stretch out. It should be a very exciting race to wager and watch.

#10 Candala [FR] (Geroux / Grafford) will hit the North American Turf for the first time. She hit the board in France in her last two races. This gal has an affinity for the Turf and should compete well with this crowd. A daughter of Frankel [GB], she is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Soprano [IRE] (Loughnane / Boughey) will also make her first North American start while stretching out to this distance for the first time. She hit the board in both Ireland and France in her last two starts. This filly loves the Turf. A daughter of Starbangledbanner [AUS], she is 77% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Oversubscribed [GB] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) has improved her speed figs in each of her four starts. She holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and has four diligent workouts. This lady should track the pace while stretching out to this distance. A daughter of Too Darn Hot [GB], she is 100% in the money from those four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Caitlinhergrtness (Dettori / K. Attard) comes in from Woodbine with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and four powerful workouts. She should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. This gal loves the Turf and the distance. A daughter of Omaha Beach, she is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#4 Waves of Mischief (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) shares the highest speed number at this distance. She raced at a longer distance last out and has put in two sound workouts. This gal has also won over the Keeneland Turf. Look for her to track the pace closely. A daughter of Into Mischief, she is 80% in the money from five starts.

#9 Grayosh (Prat / C. Brown) comes in from Saratoga with the highest (tie) last out speed number and four robust workouts. She will try the Keenelnd Turf for the first time. Another that should track the pace closely. A daughter of Yoshida [JPN], she is 66% in the money from six starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#10 Candala [FR]  ///  #5 Soprano [IRE],  #6 Oversubscribed [GB],  #2 Caitlinhergrtness,  #4 Waves of Mischief,  #9 Grayosh.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #6,  #2,  #4,  #9  /// #10 Candala [FR].

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

Superfecta Sunday in Sweet Home Chicago

 On this Superfecta Sunday we look in on a fine Turf stakes in Chicagoland.

Hawthorne Race Course Race 7 {Hawthorne Derby~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Stakes}

A great group of twelve will hit the grass in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this Derby to produce an efficient pace. Speed figs are very close. Only one entrant has raced over the Hawthorne course. Additionally, only four have gone this distance. Two will be racing over the Turf for the first time. It should be a fantastic race on a great day of racing across the country.

#7 Tough Little Nut (O. Mojica / C. Block) has hit the same speed fig in his last three races and has put in two power workouts. He has hit the board in all three of races over the Hawthorne Turf. This guy will stretch out to the distance. Look for him to track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Palace Malice, he is 57% in the money from seven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#11 Crystal Quest (P. Morales / Trombetta) will also stretch out with the fourth highest last out speed number and two robust workouts. He comes in from Saratoga. This guy should track and close into the pace. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

#6 T'Challa [GB] (M. Garcia / Drysdale) comes in from Great Britain having hit the board in his last two races. His last race was at a longer TURF route. He should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. A son of Kingman [GB], he is 66% in the money from six starts.

#12 Baxley (Cohen / Rivelli) will switch surfaces coming in with the third highest last out speed number and one sound workout. He should be part of the speed scenario. This gelding comes in from Prairie Meadows seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Klimt, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Alotaluck (L. Fuentes / Garrett) comes in from Canterbury Park making a switch from dirt to TURF. He will seek his third win in a row. Look for him to be forwardly placed. A son of Sir Prancelot [IRE], he is 100% in the money from five starts.

#9 Oscar Season (Loveberry / B. Walsh) will be making his second start after a victory over the adulating course at Kentucky Downs. He should track the pace and sprint into the stretch. This colt will stretch out to the distance. A son of Oscar Performance, he holds an 100% win rate from his only start.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#7 Tough Little Nut  +  #11 Crystal Quest  +  #6 T'Challa [GB]  +  #12 Baxley.

20 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#7 Tough Little Nut  /  #11 Crystal Quest,  #6 T'Challa [GB]  /  #11,  #6,  #12 Baxley,  #10 Alotofluck, #9 Oscar Season /  #11,  #6,  #12,  #10,  #9.

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

   

Stakes Saturday at Keeneland

 A number of quality stakes races for the youngsters go off this weekend. We look in on a great one down in Kentucky.

Keeneland Race 9 {Clairborne Breeders' Futurity~G1~1 1/16 mile~2 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A good field of eleven will enter the gate in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This will be the first effort over the Keeneland track for all of the entrants in this field. Only two have gone this distance, the rest will be stretching out. There is enough speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are very close. All can be expected to improve as they embark in earnest on their racing career. It should be a very exciting race on a fully stocked card.

#1 Ferocious (L. Saez / Delgado) is the deserved favorite with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three powerful workouts. This colt has posted the only triple digit speed number while winning at first asking. He should sit in right behind the leaders ready to rock. A son of Flatter, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Tenacious Leader (Geroux / Pletcher) last competed at this distance scoring the third highest last out speed number and has two superb workouts. This guy should track the pace closely. He comes in from Saratoga looking forward to his fourth career start. A son of Not This Time, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Optical (Graham / Desormeaux) broke his maiden last time out earning the highest speed number of this group. He has put in two stellar workouts in the last thirty days. Coming in from Churchill Downs he will stretch out another half furlong. Look for him to be forwardly placed. A son of City of Light, he holds a 25% win rate from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 East Avenue (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) shares the second highest last out speed number and has four strong workouts. He should speed. This guy will stretch out from a sprint to a route coming in from Ellis Park. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he won at first asking in his only start.

#4 Handsome Pants (B. Hernandez / McPeek) is the only other entrant that has gone this distance posting a good speed number while winning in his lone start. This guy should track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Daredevil, he has a 100% win rate in light of that first start.

#10 Dapper Moon (Santana / D. Stewart) will be stretching out in his third career start. He should track the pace closely seeking position. Three solid peaking workouts add to his cause. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Ferocious  +  #9 Tenacious Leader  +  #3 Optical  +  #5 East Avenue.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Ferocious  /  #9 Tenacious Leader,  #3 Optical  /  #9,  #3,  #5 East Avenue,  #4 Handsome Pants,  #10 Dapper Moon  /  ALL.

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