Superfecta Sundayon the Turf under the Sun

California is calling as we take in a great Turf race names after a legendary horse.

Santa Anita Park Race 7 {John Henry Turf Championship~G2~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A terrific field of eight will hit the green in this graded event. There is some speed to deliver some pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making the race competitive. All are coming into this one fresh off of at least thirty days rest. Most of these lads have superb workout tabs, ready to hit the turf with flourish. Our task is to stitch together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Itsinthepost [FR] (T. Baze / Mullins) looks to turn the tables with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four sensational works. He should be close to the pace and rush into the stretch. This guy enjoys the Santa Anita Turf.

#8 Hunt [IRE] (Prat / D'Amato) has produced two wins in a row and looks to add another. He holds the highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route and three sturdy workouts. This lad is another that should race close to the pace and release into the stretch.

#4 Chicago Style (Van Dyke / Proctor) should challenge coming off three wins in a row. His last two speed numbers are good, he comes out of a longer Turf route, and has put in four hearty peaking workouts. He has won five of his six career races. This gelding is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#6 Up With the Brids (Theriot / D'Amato) should be a factor with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and four strong workouts. This millionaire holds eight career wins and is 54% in the money from thirty-three starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Itsinthepost [FR]  +  #8 Hunt [IRE]  +  #4 Chicago Style  +  #6 Up With the Birds.

Stakes Saturday Results

Santa Anita Park R10.  Awesome Again Stakes--G1. Our first pick, Mubtaahij [IRE], won (1st) for win money of $8.20, place money of $7.20, and show money of $10.50.  Our second pick, Midnight Storm, finished 2nd for show money of $4.80.  Our third pick, Breaking Lucky, finished 5th.

Superfecta went 6-3-1-8.

Bankroll rises to $92.30.

Qatar Prix de L'arc de Triomphe Results (early this morning)

Chantilly, France 3:05 pm Race. Our first pick, Dschingis Secret [GER], finished 6th.  Our second pick, Zarak [FR] finished off the board.  Our third pick, Ulysses [IRE], finished 3rd for place money of $5.60.

Exacta went 17 - 5.

Bankroll encounters "a frappe un coup", settling at $84.90.

2017 Prix de L'arc de Triomphe

Oui. We are taking a foray into international racing as the Prix de L'arc de Triomphe is the richest Turf race in the World. This year in Chantilly, France. Also, it should be the most exciting classic Turf race this year.

Later in the day we will look at another Turf classic in sunny California, USA.

Chantilly 3:05 pm Race {Qatar Prix de L'arc de Triomphe~Group 1~Approximately 1 1/2 miles~Turf~3 year-old Up~Group 1}

This race will actually go off at approximately 9:05 am Chicago (cdt) time.

A supreme quality group of eighteen will enter the starting gate for the highest regarded race in Europe. It will feature horses from France, Great Britain, Germany, and Japan. All are, arguably, the best of the best Turf horses. There will be speed, but the stayers will have their day. A case could be made for any of the runners in this race. Ground is expected to be soft due to forecasted rain.

#8 Dschingis Secret [GER] (de Vries / Klug) should like the ground. His connections are solid in the win column over the last fourteen days. He was last seen winning over the Chantilly course. This lad is 80% in the money over the Turf from ten starts. He will be coming out of the 10th post. A son of Soldier Hollow [GB], he is our Key selection.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE.

#1 Zarak [FR] (Soumillon / Royer-Dupree) is well prepped by his connections who have a strong strike rate. This guy won last out at Saint-Cloud at this distance. He is 66% in the money over Turf. Despite the fact he will be coming our of the 18th hole, he should acquit himself gallantly. A son of Dubawi [IRE], he will relish the distance.

$2 PLACE.

#4 Ulysses [IRE] (Crowley / Stoute) won at York last out and comes into this premiere race with confidence. Connections have solid strike rates. This son of Galileo [IRE] is 75% in the money over Turf. Distance and ground should not be a factor. He holds the second highest rating among the group.

$2 PLACE.

Other Wagering Interests

#17 Enable [GB] (Dettori / Gosden) currently is the even money favorite and deservedly so.

But alas, we are looking for value. This filly has won five straight, her last being at York. The top rating in the field, she is already legend at this distance. Her connections are world-class. A daughter of Nathaniel [IRE], she could give this field a drubbing.

#3 One Foot in Heaven [IRE] (Doyle / Royer-Dupre) is a disciple of the soft ground and is sure to have a say in the outcome if the Turf is good to soft. Connections have a superior strike rate. Last seen at Maisons-Lafitte, where he placed second. A son of Fastnet Rock [Aus], he may be a longshot to take it, but do not discount him.

Exacta Play

$1  #8 Dschingis Secret [GER]  /  #1 Zarak [FR], #4 Ulysses [IRE], #17 Enable [GB], #3 One Foot in Heaven [IRE].

Cheers to all those who enjoy fantastic races on the World stage!!