A Fine Turf Sprint on Stakes Saturday

 We look in on a fine Turf Sprint contest down in NOLA.

Fair Grounds Race Course Race 8 {Pan Zareta Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A talented field of twelve will hit the green in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Not one of these ladies have raced over the Fair Grounds course. There is plenty of speed to produce a lively pace. Speed figures are very close, making it any one's race to win. All have been well prepped for the race. It should be one of the best races of the day.

#11 Cupid's Crush (Graham / M. Robertson) has cobbled three victories in a row seeking her fourth. She comes off a route race with one solid workout. She is exceptional over the Turf. Look for her to show tactical speed and strike with the flow. A daughter of Cupid, she is 87% in the money from sixteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Ever So Sweet [IRE] (Pedroza / B. Cox) comes in with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four superb workouts. She will show speed. This gal is solid over the Turf and at the distance. A daughter of Calyx [GB], she is 66% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Bosserati (Cohen / Russell) comes in with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two sound workouts. She will be with the speedsters up front on the lead. This filly loves the Turf and distance. A daughter of Holy Boss, she is 58% in the money from seventeen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Accomplished Girl (Loveberry / Asmussen) should be forwardly placed. She has three very good last out speed numbers and one hearty workout. This gal is proficient over the Turf and at the distance. A daughter of Street Boss, she is 46% in the money from fifteen starts.

#6 Hollywood Walk (Barbosa / Trombetta) comes in with the highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and two robust workouts. She will track the pace and strike heading into the stretch. A daughter of Animal Kingdom, she is 71% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#12 All I Want Is You (J. Ortiz / Correas) is the de facto morning line favorite. She will be part of the tracker pack seeking position for launch into the stretch. This filly holds the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. A daughter of The Factor, she is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#11 Cupids Crush  ///  #4 Ever So Sweet [IRE],  #1 Bosserati,  #5 Accomplished Girl,  #6 Hollywood Walk,  #12 All I Want Is You.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#4,  #1,  #5,  #6,  #12  /// #11 Cupids Crush.

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

  

Let's Look at the Louisiana Breds on Superfecta Sunday

 Fair Grounds is back in action. We look at a Claiming Sprint for the Louisiana Bred's on this Superfecta Sunday.

Fair Grounds Racecourse Race 8 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~LA Bred~Claiming}

A solid field of ten will go to the gate in this Lucky last on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race to keep the pace strong. Speed numbers are fairly close for these Louisiana breds. All have competed at this sprint distance and over the track. It should be a highly competitive race in which any of these lads are capable of the win.

#7 F T W Slam (Magnon / Magnon) comes in with the third highest last out speed number. This guy is top-notch over the dirt, at the distance, and over the track. He has the tactical speed to meld into the pace. A son of Astrology, he is 66% in the money from eighteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Veterans Day (Fusilier / Landry) should challenge with the top last out speed number at a longer sprint and one sound workout. He is the morning line favorite. This guy excels on the dirt, at the distance, and over the track. He should track the pace. A son of American Freedom, he is 55% in the money from eighteen starts.

#6 Hard Four (D. Parker / David) is another that loves the dirt, distance, and track. He comes in with the second highest last out speed number and one superb bullet workout. This guy is another that will track the pace. A son of Hard Spun, he is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

#3 Oak Hill Lg (J. Torres / Alfortish) is yet another that relishes the dirt, distance, and track. He has the tactical speed that will serve him well. This ridgling has won two of his three races at this very distance. A son of Blofeld, he is 63% in the money from thirty-three starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Risky Priority (Curtis / Terre) comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and one good workout. He should be forwardly placed. This lad is one of five that has hit the board in his last three starts. A son of Apriority, 75% in the money from sixteen starts.

#4 Hooray Austin (McMahon / Charles) is the most experienced runner of the field. He should track the pace. This gelding is another that has hit the board in his last three notching strong speed numbers. A son of Half Ours, he is 53% in the money from sixty-seven starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 F T W Slam  +  #5 Veterans Day  +  #6 Hard Four  +  #3 Oak Hill Lg.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#7 F T W Slam  /  #5 Veterans Day,  #6 Hard Four  /  #5,  #6,  #3 Oak Hill Lg,  #1 Risky Priority,  #4 Hooray Austin  /  ALL.

Good luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

  

We go to the Commonweath of Kentucky for Stakes Saturday

 We look in on a terrific Stakes race on the Turf down in Kentucky.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {Commonwealth Turf~G3~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will hit the Turf in this exciting contest.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed. Speed figures are very close. Half the field have raced over the Churchill course. Two will be stretching out to this distance. All seem to have been well prepped for this race. it should be a good one.

#7 Lagynos (Prat / Asmussen) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. This guy loves the Turf, distance, and course. He should take up a tracking position and launch into the stretch. A son of Kantharos, he is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Piper's Factory (B. Hernandez / Vassileva) holds the highest speed number at this distance. Four aggressive workouts add to his strength. He should be forwardly placed seeking to get first jump. Strong at the distance, this will be his first effort over the Churchill course. A son of The Factor, he is 45% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Evade [FR] (Gaffalione / Maker) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. He will stretch out to this distance while tracking the leaders. Last racing at Keeneland, this will be his first try over the Churchill course. A son of Wootten Bassett [GB] he is 33% in the money from nine starts. 

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 My Boy Prince (Geroux / M.Casse) should show speed. Has won at this distance in only effort. Son of Cairo Prince, he is 77% in the money from thirteen starts.

#3 Dashman (L. Saez / B. Lynch) holds the fourth highest last out speed number at longer route. Should track the pace. Son of Oscar Performance, he is 66% in the money from six starts.

#8 Herchee (Morales / Pitts) will stretch out after hitting the highest last out speed number. Loves the Turf and course. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Lagynos  ///  #5 Piper's Factory,  #9 Evade [FR],  #1 My Boy Prince,  #3 Dashman,  #8 Herchee.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #9,  #1,  #3,  #8  /// #7 Lagynos.

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets cash!!!

Superfecta Sunday in South Florida

 We go to South Florida for the luck last on the card, a Maiden Claiming race.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {1 mile 70 yards~Tapeta~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

A reduced field of eleven will hit the synth in this lucky last on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speedy and forwardly placed types to get the pace rolling. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive. There is only one first time starter. Three will be racing over the Gulfstream Park tapeta. Four will be stretching out to this distance. It should be a fine race to wager and watch.

#10 Starship Augusto (Reyes / Smullen) is the first-time starter coming in with three strong workouts. Good stats attributed to the connections should allow this guy to put his best hoof forward. A son of Shackleford, he should take to the tapeta willingly.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Asaasy (P. Lopez / Dini) could go off as the favorite sharing the highest alst out speed number and posting one credible workout. He could be part of the pace scenario. He comes down from the Meadowlands Turf with a chance to hit the board for this first time. A son of Kitten's Joy, he'll set his sights on the win.

#6 Trophy Collector (J. Ruiz / Trombetta) is another that will attempt the Tapeta for the first time. He comes in from Laurel with three solid workouts. He should close into a steady pace. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he is making his second start looking to hit the board.

#4 Highland Park (Boulanger / Harvey) drops a bit in class and will stretch out from a mile run in his last. Look for him to track the pace. This guy is the third most experienced runner. A son of Arrogate, he is 20% in the money from ten starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Dixie Preach (E. Gonzalez / Epplet) should track the pace closely. He comes in with the second highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This lad loves the synthetic surface and the Gulfstream track. A son of Mohaymen, he is 53% in the money from seventeen starts.

#12 Growth Mindset (J. Rios / Walder) is the second most experienced in the field sharing the highest last out speed number. He has put in one decent workout in the last thirty days. A son of Cairo Prince, he is 14% in the money from fourteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Starship Augusto  +  #1 Asaay  +  #6 Trophey Collector  +  #4 Highland Park.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($2.40)

#10 Startship Augusto,  #1 Asaay  /  #10,  #1,  #6 Trophy Collector  /  #10,  #1,  #6,  #4 Highland Park  /  #10,  #1,  #6,  #4,  #9 Dixie Preach,  #12 Growth Mindset.

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

Let's Go Gulfstream on Superfecta Sunday

 As the horse population continues to grow in anticipation of Gulfstream Park's championship season, we look in on a challenging Maiden Claiming race on the Turf.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Maiden Claiming}

A full field of twelve will hit the Turf in this lucky last race on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close making it a competitive race. Only one first time starter makes the gate. Only five have raced over the Gulfstream course. Four will be stretching out ot this distance. It should be a fantastic race.

#5 Franchuchie (P. Lopez / W. Ward) is the first-time starter that is well prepped with three strong workouts including a stellar one over the Turf. Trainer / Jockey statistics are top-line. With most in this field, having a number of tries to break their maiden, this gelding might have the edge. As a son of Noble Mission [GB], his Pedigree is pure Turf.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#7 Paxton (Camacho / R. Miller) will be making his third career start with two decent last out speed numbers and one peaking workout. He should track the pace. This gelding will be switching from dirt to Turf and stretching out to the distance. A son of Awesome Slew, he should hit the board for the first time.

#10 Remerton (E. Gonzalez / Delgado) he is the deserved favorite having hit the board in all three efforts at the distance and over the Gulfstream course. He comes in with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two sound workouts. This guy should track the pace closely and sprout in the stretch. A son of Kantharos, he is 46% in the money from fifteen starts.

#2 Son of a Slew (Tejos / Deaton) is another coming in with the highest last out speed number and two peasking workouts. This colt will need a strong pace to close into. He drops in class after finishing fourth in his last race. Another son of Awesome Slew, he will attempt to hit the board for the first time.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Smooth An Easy (Gil / Seyler) comes in with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and one peaking workouts. He will track and close swiftly. This guy is dropping in class. A son of Achikulak, he 16% in the money from twelve starts.

#12 De La Calles (Bravo / Engler) is another coming in witht he second highest last out speed number and one hearty workout. He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A son of Street Sense, he is 20% in the money from five starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Franchuchie  +  #7 Paxton  +  #10 Remerton  +  #2 Son of a Slew.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#5 Franchuchie  /  #7 Paxton,  #10 Remerton  /  #7,  #10,  #2 Son of a Slew,  #4 Smooth an Easy,  #12 De La Calles  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays.

    

Stakes Saturday on the Turf at Churchill

 We go to the Turf on this Stakes Saturday, taking in a Grade three for pure horse racing enjoyment.

Churchill Downs Race 10 {River City Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

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

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This will field should have plenty of speed to produce a swift pace. Speed numbers are fairly close creating a competitive race. Five have raced over the Churchill course. All, but one have competed at this distance. It should be a fantastic race on a nice Fall day.

#10 Cash Equity [FR] (M. Smith / S.A. Joseph) loves the Turf, distance, and course. He comes in with the second highest last out speed number and one solid workout. This lad will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Toronado [IRE], he is 61% in the money from thirty-one starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Battle of Normandy (Machado / McGaughey) will be seeking his fourth win in a row. He comes in with a decent last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This guy has the tactical speed to stay the pace. A son of City of Light, he is 66% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Emmanuel (L. Saez / Maker) has hit the board in all three of his starts at this distance. He holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and four superb workouts. This horse should track the pace closely. A son of More Than Ready, he is 50% in the money from eighteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Reckoning Force (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) is another that has hit the board in all three starts at this distance. This guy holds the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and one sound workout. He should track the pace closely. A son of Air Force Blue, he is 56% in the money from sixteen starts.

#7 Wonderful Justice [GB] (B. Hernandez / Sharp) is another that comes in with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two stellar workouts. He should be forwardly placed as part ot the pace scenario. A son of Justify, he is 50% in the money from ten starts.

#9 Gigante (Morales / Asmussen) shares the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This guy will join the tracking crew seeking positon for the stretch run. A millionaire son of Not This Time, he is 50% in the money from sixteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#10 Cash Equity [FR]  ///  #8 Battle of Normandy,  #1 Emmanuel,  #4 Reckoning Force,  #7 Wonderful Justice [GB],  #9 Gigante.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #1,  #4,  #7,  #9  /// #10 Cash Equity [FR].

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets cash!!!

  

Superfecta Sunday at Churchill Downs

 We go to the Turf on this Superfecta Sunday looking at the penultimate race under the Twin Spires.

Churchill Downs Race 8 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

A full field of twelve ladies will go to the gate in this Turf contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is overflowing speed in this one which may produce a wicked pace. Speed figs are fairly close among these ladies. Only four have raced over the Churchill course. One will be switching from dirt to Turf. There will be three making a stretch out to the distance. It should be a fantastic race on a beautiful fall day of racing.

#10 Spartan Queen (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) is the deserved favorite with second highest speed number at the distance and one solid workout. This filly loves the Turf, distance, and course. She comes in from a stakes race at Presque Isle Downs with tactical speed to feel the pace out and adapt. A daughter of Medaglia d'Oro, she is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Smooth Waves (L. Saez / Foley) holds the highest speed number at the distance earned in her last race. She has put in an efficient workout in the last thirty days. This filly should be forwardly placed. She comes over from Keeneland. A daughter of English Channel, she is 30% in the money from ten starts.

#8 Adrasteia (J. Ortiz / Bogle) holds the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two superb workouts. She should track and strike in the stretch. In her only start over the Churchill course she hit the board. Another that comes in from Keeneland. A daughter of Speightster, she is 18% in the money from eleven starts, but looks to improve.

#9 Fantastical (Concepcion / Sharp) comes in from "Baqueduct" with the third highest last out speed number and four stout workouts. She should track the pace closely and move smothly into the stretch. She relishes the Turf and distance. A daughter of Air Force Blue, she is 72% in the money from seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Heart Spin (Moncada / Navarette) holds a stellar record over the Turf, at the distance and over the course. She is another tracker that will shoot into the stretch. This gal is another coming in from Keeneland. A daughter of Hard Spun, she is 50% in the money from six starts.

#5 Abeyance (Machado / Harty) has improved her speed figs in each of her last three races. She should demonstrate tactical speed. Another that comes over from Keeneland. A daughter of American Pharoah, she is 66% in the money from three starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Spartan Queen  +  #4 Smooth Waves  +  #8 Adrasteia  +  #9 Fantastical.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#10 Spartan Queen  /  #4 Smooth Waves,  #8 Adrasteia  /  #4,  #8,  #9 Fantastical,  #7 Heart Spin,  #5 Abeyance  /  ALL.

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

Let's Go Early on the Turf at the Breeder's Cup

 Let's take a look at the Turf race before the Breeder's Cup races begin. Named after one of the finest Turf milers ever, the Goldikova.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 3 {Goldikova~G3~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~graded Stakes}

A fine field of ten ladies will hit the green in this fantastic race.

Past Performances used:  DRFClassic.

There is a good amount of speed to bring forth a strong pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it very competitive. Two Euros make the field. The balance are all North American based horses. Half the field will race at Del Mar for the first time. It should be an excellent race heading into the Breeder's Cup races.

#3 Fluffy Socks (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) is the sole millionaire in the race. She has posted excellent speed numbers in each of her last three races. This gal has hit the board in all three of her races at Del Mar. She is primed for a stellar effort. Daughter of Slumber [GB], she is 69% in the money from twenty-nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#10 Raqiya [IRE] (Dettori / Burrows) loves the Turf. Comes in from Great Britain with a solid effort. She will stretch out while being forwardly placed. Will contend. Daughter of Blue Point [IRE], she has a 57% win rate from seven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2Sacred Wish (P. Lopez / Weaver) will race over the Del Mar course for the first time. She loves the Turf and distance. Prepped for a solid effort. Daughter of Not This Time, is 73% in the money from fifteen starts.

$2 SHOW. 

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Kathmandu [IRE] (H. Doyle / Meehan) also comes in from Great Britain. Daughter of Showcasing [GB], is 50% in the money from six starts. Could be part of the pace scenario.

#4 Mouffy (M. Franco / Thomas) last raced a Woodbine scoring a win at a longer Turf route. She relishes the Turf and distance. Daughter of Uncle Mo, is 72% in the money from fourteen starts.

#11 Uncorked (Fresu / D'Amato) should track the pace closely and uncork in the stretch. Stellar workout tab will enable her to continue her excellence at this distance. Daughter of Pierro [AUS], is 55% in the money from twenty starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Fluffy Socks  ///  #10 Raqiya [IRE],  #2 Sacred Wish,  #9 Kathmandu [IRE],  #4 Mouffy,  #11 Uncorked [AUS].

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#10,  #2,  #9,  #4,  #11  /// #3 Fluffy Socks.

Best of luck with all your Breeder's Cup wagers!!!!!