Stakes Saturday in Virginia

Off we go to Colonial Downs to take in the Arlington Million.  Boy we miss Arlington Park where this race was held on that beautiful Turf course.

Colonial Downs Race 11 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of seven will hit the lush green Colonial course.

Past performances used:  Equibase.

Despite the short field, it should be a fine race. There is enough speed to create an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close with all of these entrants having hit triple-digit numbers multiple times. Four millionaires are in the field. One of many great races on a superb Colonial Downs card.

#4 Integration (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and has put in four hearty works. Riding a three-race speed fig progression, he should track the pace and strike in the straight. This lad has hit the board in all three of his races over the Colonial course. A millionaire son of Quality Road, he is 72% in the money from eighteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

Challengers in the field

#8 Gran Oriente [CHI] (P. Lopez / S.A. Joseph) will be seeking his fourth in a row. This guy is a distance specialist that will be part of the tracker pack. Stretching out to this distance he has clocked two solid workouts. He will try the Colonial course for the first time. A son of Classic Empire, he is 61% in the money from eighteen starts.

#3 Fort Washington (Castellano / McGaughey) has a win at this distance over the course. He has put in three sound workouts in preparation for this event. This guy loves the Turf, distance, and course. He is another that will be part of the tracker pack. A millionaire son of War Front, he is 57% in the money from thirty-three start.

#5 Burnham Square (B. Hernandez / Wilkes) is the deserved favorite with a three-race win-streak and four robust workouts. He has repeated his last two triple-digit speed figs. This lad has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. He has hit the board in all five of his races over the Turf. A millionaire son of Liams Map, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

Additional Wagering Interests

#6 Test Score (M. Franco / Motion) holds the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He will be another member of the tracker pack. A millionaire son of Lookin At Lucky, he is 80% in the money from fifteen starts.

#1 Dresden Row (Gaffalione / Pletcher) comes to the race with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two sound workouts. He will stretch out to the distance. A rare competitor, this son of Lord Nelson, he is 100% in the money from eighteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Integration  ///  #8 Gran Oriente [CHI],  #3 Fort Washington,  #5 Burnham Square,  #6 Test Score,  #1 Dresden Row.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #3,  #5,  #6,  #1  ///  #4 Integration.

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

  

 

Virginia Derby Day

 Off we go to Virginia to look in on another Kentucky Derby points race.

Colonial Downs Race 9 {Virginia Derby~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A talented field of ten will enter the gate as some these Derby prep races get longer.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

Only one of these entrants have gone this distance. All we be racing over the the Colonial track for the first time. Only one will be testing the dirt for the first time. There is sufficient speed to produce a fast pace. Speed figs are fairly close as these lads continue to improve on their racing journey. It should be another exciting prep race on the road to the Kentucky Derby.

#1 Buetane (Prat / Baffert) is the deserved favorite with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This lad comes in from Oaklawn Park and should track the pace closely. He is expected to take another step forward. A son of Tiz the Law, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 High Camp (J. Velazquez / Walden) will be stretching out from a seven-furlong contest down at Gulfstream Park. Three superb workouts add to his arsenal. He is another that should track the pace closely. A son of Instagrad, he is 100% in the money from two starts. 

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Incredibolt (J. Torres / R. Mott) drops down from a grade three contest at Gulfstream. Look for him to be part of the tracker pack setting up for a gallant stretch run. This guy has put in four consistent workouts in the last thirty days. A son of Bolt d'Oro, he has a 50%-win rate from four starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Lockstocknpharoah (E. Morelos / Drury) will be making the surface switch from Synthetic to dirt but should handle it well. He should show speed. This guy will be looking for his third win in a row. A son of American Pharoah, he holds a win rate of 100% from two starts.

#2 Grittiness (Maragh / Pletcher) is the only entrant that has gone this distance. He should be part of the tracker pack. This guy achieved an o.k. last out speed number while racing up at Aqueduct. Three hearty workouts add to his cause. A son of Curlin, he is 40% in the money from five starts.

#8 Confessional (Leparoux / B. Cox) comes in from Tampa Bay Downs where he raced at a slightly less route distance. He has put in three strong workouts readying for this contest. Expect him to track the pace closely. A son of Essential Quality, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Buetane  ///  #5 High Camp,  #7 Incredibolt,  #6 Lockstocknpharoah,  #2 Grittiness,  #8 Confessional.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #7,  #6,  #2,  #8  ///  #1 Buetane.

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

 

Stakes Saturday in Virginia

We look in on a good stakes race in Virginia. 

Colonial Downs Race 9 {Star De Naskra Stakes~7 Furlongs~3 year-old~VA/MD Bred or Sired}

An average field of eight will go to the gate in this feature race.

Past Performance used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are very close. Only three have raced over the Colonial track.  One horse will be stretching out to this longer sprint distance. All have raced very well over a dirt surface. It should be a fun race to wager and watch on a great Stakes Saturday of racing.

#5 Barbadian Runner (F. Boyce / Walters) comes to the race with the highest last out speed number at a route and two sound workouts. This guy loves the dirt and is 100% in the money at the distance making him a specialist. Look for him to be part of the tracker pack. A son of Barbados, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Reggie Runs Rogue (M. Sanchez / Nixon) comes to the race with the third highest last out speed number and three powerful workouts including two bullets. He is another that will race in the tracker pack. This guy loves the Colonial track. He comes in from Laurel Park. A son of Rogueish, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Sacred Thunder (Toledo / Capuano) is yet another battling among the tracker pack. He comes in from Delaware Park with the second highest last out speed number at a route and two strong workouts. This guy loves the dirt and the distance. A son of Holy Boss, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Saxton (S. Russell / B. Russell) comes in from Laurel Park with the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy should be part of the pace scenario. It will be his first try over the Colonial track. A son of Mosler, he is 70% in the money from ten starts.

#8 Slam Notion (Torrealba / Bailes) is another that should be powering on the front-end. He will be stretching out to this slightly longer sprint distance. This guy last races at Pimlico scoring an average speed fig and putting in three superb peaking workouts. A son of Great Notion, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#2 Re Markably (J. Ruiz / W. Mott) last raced at Saratoga scoring a decent speed fig and three sound workouts. This lad has placed over the Colonial track. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Hoppertunity, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#5 Barbadian Runner  ///  #6 Reggie Runs Rogue,  #7 Sacred Thunder,  #1 Saxton,  #8 Slam Notion,  #2 Re Markably.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #7,  #1,  #8,  #2  /// #5 Barbadian Runner.

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

Virginia Derby Day 2025

 We are getting closer and closer to that First Saturday in May. This year the Virginia Derby is on the dirt, It has Kentucky Derby qualifying points.

Colonial Downs Race 9 {Virginia Derby~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of seven will go to the gate in search of Derby points.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

None of these lads have raced over the Colonial Downs track. There is plenty speed to insure a hot pace. Speed numbers are fairly close with only two having hit the triple digit range. Four have competed at this distance. All are Triple Crown nominated. It should be a fine race on a Stakes Saturday with great racing across the country.

#7 Rapture (Prat / B. Cox) will stretch out to this distance with the second highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. He should sit right behind the leaders ready to strike. It will be his third career start. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#3 American Promise (Juarez / Lukas) should be forwardly placed. He comes in from Fair Grounds with a decent speed fig at this distance and three solid peaking workouts. This guy is one of the entrants that has posted a triple digit speed fig. A son of Justify, he is 37% in the money from eight starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Omaha Omaha (R. Mena / Gorham) has hit the board at this distance. Three sound peaking workouts add to his cache. He should track the pace and strike in the stretch. This guy comes in from Aqueduct. A son of Audible, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Getaway Car (I. Ortiz / Baffert) is the deserved morning line favorite with the highest last out speed number and two good peaking workouts. He has doubled up his last two triple digit speed numbers. This lad will show speed on the stretch-out. A son of Curlin, he is 72% in the money from seven starts.

#5 Studlydoright (X. Perez / Robb) has tripled up his last three speed numbers and could be sitting on a top effort. He has gone this distance. This guy is coming in from Turfway Park. He should track the pace closely. A son of Nyquist, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

#8 Authentic Gallop (Castellano / Amoss) will stretch out with the third highest last out speed number and three power workouts. He should be part of the pace scenario. This colt comes in from Oaklawn Park. A son of Authentic, he is 57% in the money from seven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Rapture  ///  #3  American Promise,  #4 Omaha Omaha,  #6 Getaway Car,  #5 Studlydoright,  #8 Authentic Gallop.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#3,  #4,  #6,  #5,  #8  ///  #7 Rapture.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday plays.

 

Virginia Derby Day

 On this Stakes Saturday we look at the Virginia Derby.

Colonial Downs Race 10 {Virgina Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A reduced, but competitive field of nine will hit the Virginia grass in this annual event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is a plethora of speed in this race. Speed numbers among this group are relatively close. Four horses in this field have won at least two in a row and are geared for another victory. Only two have raced over the Colonial course. Another four have raced at this exact distance. It should be a very good race to wager and watch.

#7 Activist Investing [GB] (Lynch / C. Brown) will be seeking his third win in a row. He holds a nice three race speed fig progression and two solid workouts. This guy will track the pace and strike in the stretch. A strong win at this distance last out adds to his luster. A son of Kingman [GB], he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  #5 SHOW.

#2 Gigante (Torres / Asmussen) has the tactical speed to stay the course no matter what pace develops. He had a good win over the Colonial course last out and has secured two superb workouts. A son of Not This Time, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Program Trading [GB] (Prat / C. Brown) is another entrant that has the tactical speed to stay the course. He holds the highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This lad will be seeking his fourth win in a row. A son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he has a 100%-win rate from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Mondego [GB] (McCarthy / Clement) should be forwardly placed as a specialist at this distance. He last raced at a longer distance and has put in three strong workouts. Another son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

#3 Runaway Storm (C. Hernandez / West) should be part of the speed contingent. He holds the second highest last out speed number and three excellent peaking workouts. This lad will be seeking his third win in a row. A son of Midnight Storm, he has a 66% win rate from three starts.

#4 Salute the Stars (Russell / B. Cox) holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in four sound workouts. This guy will be following the pace closely. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 80% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel (5.00)

#7 Activist Investing [GB]  //  #2 Gigante,  #11 Program Trading [GB],  #6 Mondego [GB],  #3 Runaway Storm,  #4 Salute the Stars.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #11,  #6,  #3,  #4  //  #7 Activist Investing [GB].

Best of luck on all your Virginia Derby day wagers!!!

It"s MILLION Day!

Yes, the Arlington Million this year is held at one of the best Turf courses in North America, Colonial Downs. This historic race, once the highlight of the Arlington Park season (RIP beloved Arlington Park), has a fantastic field.

Colonial Downs Race 10 {Arlington Million~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A strong field of eleven will hit the Colonial grass in this great race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This field has enough speed to churn a fast pace. Only one horse has raced over the Colonial Downs course. Speed numbers are very close with all of these competitors hitting a triple digit speed fig in at least one of their last three races. Four millionaires make an appearance. All have been well prepped for this prestigious race. It should be an incredible race.

#3 Set Piece [GB] (Geroux / B. Cox) will come a closing as this field rounds the turn. He holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and four hearty workouts. He leads this field with twelve career wins. This guy will stretch out to this distance. A millionaire son of Dansilli [GB], he is 60% in themoney from twenty-eight career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Catnip (B. Hernandez / Stidham) should track the pace closely seeking to strike in the stretch. This four-year-old gelding is the only contestant to have raced over the Colonial course. His last was at a longer distance with a good speed number. Two bullet workouts add to his cache. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Never Explain (Cheminaud / McGaughey) will be coming down in distance with the second highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. He should track the pace somewhat closely. A son of Street Sense, he is 58% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Adhamo [IRE] (Prat / C. Brown) comes in off an extended layoff. He has hit the board in all four of his starts at this distance. He should track the pace. A son of Intello [GER], he is 64% in the money from seventeen career starts.

#4 Atone (Carmouche / Maker) should be part of the speed on the front end of the race. He has a powerful workout tab of four works and the highest last out speed number. A son of Into Mischief, he is 60% in the money from twenty-five starts.

#6 Master Piece [CHI] (J. Lezcano / R. Dutrow) should track and close into the pace. A six-time winner, he holds the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Mastercraftsman [IRE], he is 54% itm from twenty-four starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Set Piece [GB]  //  #8 Catnip, #2 Never Explain,  #9 Adhamo [IRE],  #4 Atone,  #6 Master Piece [CHI].

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #2,  #9,  #4, #6  //  #3 Set Piece [GB].

Best of luck with all your wagers on Million Day!!!

  

Go North for Superfecta Sunday

We travel North for a great Turf contest in crisp, clear, Canada.

Woodbine Race 8 {King Edward~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A very contentious group of nine will take to the grass in this annual graded affair.  There is a fine mix of speed and forwardly placed to move the pace forward.  It is a bit tricky as there are a number in here that have the talent to pull off the victory.  Let's try to mesh together a winning 20 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#2 Riding the River (Kabel / Cotey) has a slight edge with the highest speed number at the distance, the second highest last out speed number and two superb workouts.  He should be tracking closely awaiting his opening to rush through.

#6 Hotep (Wilson / Pierce) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two credible workouts.  This guy should be flying late to pick off horses in the stretch.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner today.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Valentino Beauty (Prado / Marshall) should be in the hunt with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one hearty workout.  He could join the fun on the front end with his versatile speed.

#7 Prospective (Contreras / Casse) looks ready to romp with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts.  He is coming off a longer route on synthetic and will be running on Turf for his second time.  His versatile running style will aid him in this effort.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#2 Riding the River  +  #6 Hotep  +  #1 Valentino Beauty  +  #7 Prospective.



Stakes Saturday Results
Colonial Downs R7.  Colonial TURF Cup--G2.  Our first pick, Air Support, finished 6th.  Our second pick, Hyper, finished 2nd for place money of $7.20 and show money of $4.20.  Our third pick, Atigun, finished 7th.
Superfecta went 4-2-5-7.
Bankroll gains a few cents to settle at $15.70.

Stakes Saturday Turf

They say Virginia is for Horse Lovers.  On this Stakes Saturday, we take a look at beautiful Colonial Downs.

Colonial Downs Race 7 {Colonial Turf Cup~G2~1 3/16 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A superb quality field of eight will take to the grass.  In this closely competitive race, any on of these Turf warriors could come away with the victory.  All have near equal speed numbers over the surface.  There is plenty of speed in here coupled with the forwardly placed to keep the pace strong.  It should be a very exciting graded stakes race.

#6 Air Support (Castellano / McGaughey) looks to have the edge with the highest speed number at the distance along with a 100% in the money record at the same.  He has put in four hearty workouts during a short freshening.  This lad has a versatile running style which should suit him well.
$2 WIN / $3 SHOW.

#2 Hyper (Lezcano / Brown) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route, a five race progression, and four excellent workouts.  This guy comes ready to crash the speed party up front with a resounding closing kick.
$2 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#1 Atigun (Leparoux / McPeek) should challenge with the highest last out speed number at a longer Turf route, a three race progression, and two diligent workouts.  Expect him to stay close to the pace tracking the leaders.  It could be possible for him to smoke this competition.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Swift Warrior (J. Espinoza / Terranova) should be forwardly placed and if a controlled pace develops, he could take advantage of it.  He holds the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts.

#7 General Logan (Prado / Motion) could surprise with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two hardy workouts.  He has garnered a 66% win rate in six career starts.  This guy should be forwardly placed ready to make a move.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Air Support / #2 Hyper / #1 Atigun / #5 Swift Warrior, #7 General Logan.



Friday's Results
Betfair Hollywood Park R6.  Allowance. Our first pick, Apollo Ten, won (1st) for show money of $4.00.  Our second pick, Raised a Secret, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.
Superfecta went 3-8-1-6.
Bankroll gets a rise to $15.30

Superfecta Sunday at Belmont Park

Happy Father's Day to all the Sires!

On this special day we take a gander at a fabulous Belmont Park Turf sprint.  Our mission is to plot a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

Belmont Park Race 8 {6 furlongs~TURF~3 year old Up~NY~Allowance}
A bountiful field of twelve will roll onto the green in this New York bred TURF sprint.  The vast majority in this race are coming off layoffs of various lengths.  There will be speed as half the field have demonstated front end flashiness.  Let's give this one a whirl.

#2 Power Blast (Desormeaux / Rice) is coming off a freshening with the third highest last out speed number at a longer sprint and has put in three superb peaking workouts.  This gelding holds the highest speed at six furlongs featuring a 100% in the money record at said distance.  He should track the pace and launch into the stretch.

#5 Junior Officer (Castro / Weaver) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer sprint, a three race progression, and two stout workouts.  He should be right behind the leaders ready to strike.

#9 Next Question (Napravnik / Trombetta) is coming off a year long layoff, but appears ready to battle these.  Prior to the layoff he posted the highest last out speed number while holding a two race progression.  This colt has worked fearlessly putting together four superior peaking workouts that include three bullets.  He is our Bronze horseshoe runner.
$4 SHOW.

#3 Hooligan's Delight (I. Ortiz / Barbara) looks ready to rumble coming off an extended layoff.  He holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in two hardy workouts.  This gelded son of Good and Tough has enough tactical speed to stay close and swoop into the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Power Blast  +  #5 Junior Officer  +  #9 Next Question  +  #3 Hooligan's Delight.



Stakes Saturday Results
Colonial Downs R6.  Edward P. Evans All Along--G3.  Our first pick, La Pernelle [IRE] finished 5th.  Our second pick, Snow Top Mountain, won (1st) for show money of $4.40.  Our third pick, Speak Easy Gal, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 8-2-1-7.

Colonial Downs R7.  Colonial Turf Cup.  Our first pick, Air Support, finished 2nd for show money of $3.20.  Our second pick, Rahystrada, finished 2nd for show money of $4.40.  Our third pick, Forte Dei Marmi [GB], finished 6th.
Superfecta went 7-5-2-10.

Bankroll sheds a couple dimes and dips to $36.75.

Stakes Saturday Evening Turf

What a great Saturday filled to the brim with great stakes races from coast to coast.  Today we venture into the evening hours for a couple of exciting TURF stakes at gorgeous Colonial Downs in Virginia.

Colonial Downs Race 6 {Edward P. Evans All Along~G3~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A fantastic line-up of eleven talented gals will go to the grass in this race.  With limited speed, the race could turn out to be a Euro-style adventure.  The final furlongs could have a healthy amount of quickening.

#5 La Pernelle [IRE] (Dominguez / C. Brown) might have a slight edge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and two decent workouts.  She will making her second North American start after a reasonably good racing career in France.  This Irish bred could benefit from the large field and Euro-style ending.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Snow Top Mountain (P. Lopez / Proctor) should challenge with an o.k. last out speed number, but the best workout tab of the group.  She posted three stamina peaking works.  this stakes winning closers holds the second highest speed number at the distance.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Speak Easy Gal (Saez / Wolfson) should take to the lead showing speed.  She has the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two speedy workouts.  Her speed could come to great advantage with a field of those used to coming from off the pace.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Pachattack (Maragh / Motion) looks ready to stretch out after a nice freshening.  She enjoys the highest last out speed number and three strengthening workouts.  This gal should stay close to the pace ready to strike.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 La Pernelle [IRE] / #8 Snow Top Mountain / #7 Speak Easy Gal / #3 Pachattack.



Colonial Downs Race 7 {Colonial Turf Cup~1 3/16 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A full bodied field of twelve will venture onto the green for this annual event.  A lone speedster followed by a small group of forwardly placed could make for an interesting, yet exciting race. 

#5 Air Support (Solis / McGaughey) looks ready for a peak effort in his third race of the form cycle.  He has run a couple of decent last out speed numbers, holds a two race progression, and has put in two strong workouts.  This colt holds the highest speed number at the distance which resulted in a win.  He should be closing quickly.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Rahystrada (Russell / Hughes) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb peaking workouts.  He should be able to track the pace and roll with spirit into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] (Maragh / Attfield) will also contend with third highest (tie) last out speed number and two athletic workouts.  He has had strong performances while racing in Great Britain.  This six year-old gelding will close strongly into an honest pace.
$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#10 Smart Bid (Prado / Motion) should be forwardly placed ready to move through the stretch.  He holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and one hearty workout. 

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Air Support / #2 Rahystrada / #1 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] / #10 Smart Bid.



Friday's Results
Belmont Park R8.  Optional Claiming.  Our first pick, Hard Life, was scratched.  Our second pick, Bid A Moon, finished 3rd for show money of $2.30.
We dumped the 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch.  Superfecta went 6-3-2-5.
Bankroll gains three dimes to $36.95.

Classic Turf at Hollywood Park

Today is the closing day of the Hollywood Park meet.  We look at the marathon Turf battle at this legendary race track to close out our horse racing weekend.

Hollywood Park Race 8 {Sunset Handicap~G3~1 1/2 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~Stakes}
It appears that this will be the most equally matched race of the Hollywood Park meet.  A couple of speedsters are ready to take the field out on a classic journey over the Turf.  Either could hold on to get the win.  Without equivocation, any one of this field of eight could win this race.  We have to go with those that have been tested at this distance.

#5 Falcon Rock [IRE] (Gomez / Callaghan) appears ready to pop a good one before a much needed rest.  He has been consistant this year, but hasn't had that one great race.  Could this be the one?  He has had a couple of decent last out speed numbers and is showing two peaking workouts.  The only runner in the group that is 100% in the money at this distance over six races.  He will be tracking the leaders.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Ashtar [CHI] (Pedroza / Gardenas)  looks promising with a very robust, peaking tab of five outstanding workouts.  He is coming off a five-month layoff after winning a group 1 race at this distance in his native Chile.  He is proven at this distance.  Have to take a flyer on him.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Impontente Purse [BRZ] (Sutherland / Avila) looks ready to tackle this group with a decent last out speed number and two strong workouts.  He is 50% in the money at the distance over six races.  Could surprise.

#2 Restless Soul [GB] (Talamo / Drysdale) will challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three athletic workouts.  He will share speed duties and could hold on for a piece of the purse pie.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Falcon Rock [IRE] / #9 Ashtar [CHI] / #1 Imponente Purse [BRZ] / #2 Restless Soul [GB].



Saturday's Stakes Results
Colonial Downs R7.  Virginia Oaks.  Our first pick, Dynamic Holiday, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Excited, won (1st) for show money of $3.40.  Superfecta went 8-2-5-7.
Colonial Downs R8.  Virginia Derby.  Our first pick, Crimson China, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Street Game, finished 5th.  Superfecta went 2-7-5-3.
Our bankroll get bludgeoned to $4.10.
 

Virginia is for Turf Lovers

We are deep into a beautiful Turf summer.  Many exciting Turf races are sure to come.  Today we look at a couple of dandies at magnificent Colonial Downs.

Colonial Downs Race 7 {Virginia Oaks~G3~1 1/8 mile~Turf~3 year old~fillies}
An extremely competitive field of eight will go to the gate.  All of these gals have been well prepped for this race.  The race is a little light on speed.  Consequently, we will probably see some serious quickening in the turn closing for home.  It should be exciting.

#4 Dynamic Holiday (Leparoux / Motion) has the edge with the second highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three robust workouts.  This gal will track closely and could prevail at the wire.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Excited (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will challenge with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout.  She should press the pace and get first jump in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Mystical Star (Lezcano / Clement) will be in the hunt with the third highest speed number at the distance, a two race progression, and two hearty workouts.  She should be close to the pace.

#5 Wyomia (Lenclud / Garrisson) could be in the mix as well with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and four bullet workouts.  She could close swiftly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Dynamic Holiday / #8 Excited / #3 Mystical Star / #5 Wyomia.


Colonial Downs Race 8 {Virginia Derby~G2~1 1/4 mile~Turf~3 year old~Stakes}
A great group of twelve are scheduled to make the start in this premier summer Turf race.  Again, another race with a dearth of speed.  The race should be one of a highly tactical nature.

#8 Crimson China (Leparoux / Motion) could surprise this field with the second highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and three superb, peaking workouts.  This guy is ready, rested, and able to close well for the victory.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Street Game (Prado / Serpe) looks ready to back up his highest speed number of the group also with a six race progression and two fierce, peaking workouts.  He should track the pace ready to strike in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Banned (Lezcano / Proctor) will be the prohibitive favorite with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts.  This guy will battle bravely seeking the win from a pressing attack.

#2 Air Support (Solis / McGaughey) should be in a strong position to put forth a great effort.  He holds the third highest last out speed number, a six race progression, and two terriifc workouts.  He should be in the battle in the midst of the closers.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Crimson China / #4 Street Game / #7 Banned / #2 Air Support.



Friday's Results
Monmouth Park R8.  Our first pick, Concorde's Flight, finished 4th.  Our second pick, He's A Scrooge, finished 5th.  Our third pick, Caffe D'Oro, won (1st) for show money of $4.00.  Superfecta went 7-1-6-3.
Bankroll slips to $8.90.

Sunday at the Jersey Shore

Today, the last day of the horse racing weekend, we look at a splendid little Turf sprint at Monmouth Park.

Monmouth Park Race 10 {5 1/2 furlongs~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}
A field of eight will go to the gate.  Hopefully this one will go off on the Turf as there are three ready to go to post should it be main track only (MTO0.  The race is difficult to gage with a number in here that could pull off the victory.  A slight edge goes to Out Post (Trujillo / Goldberg) with the second highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts.  Colony Club (Boyce / White) looks to challenge with the highest (tie) last out speed number and a two race progression.  Darjeeling (A. Garcia / Asmussen) will be firing fresh off an extended layoff.  She has done well off the layoffs in the past.  She also has a well-built four workout tab.  Desert Flight (Coa / Marrotta) will be seeking to put in another solid performance with the third best last out speed number.  Winey Taylor (Serpa / Sacco) looks to progress nicely with a couple of decent last out speed numbers and one hardy workout.  Let's play Monmouth Park.

$2 SHOW:  #10 Out Post.
$2 SHOW:  #7 Colony Club.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #10 Out Post / #7 Colony Club / #6 Darjeeling / #9 Desert Flight, #5 Winey Taylor.
















Saturday's Results
Colonial Downs R12.  Our first pick, Paddy O'Prado, won (1st) for win money of $3.20.  Our second pick, Interactif, finished 2nd for show money of $2.80.  Our third pick, Two Notch Road, finished 4th.  With 40 cents expended on our 10 CENT Superfecta play we did win $4.19.  Superfecta went 7-3-2-1.
Bankroll rises a little to $12.59.

Virginia is for Horse Lovers

SaTURFday, we look at a the Virginia Derby at gorgeous Colonial Downs.

Colonial Downs Race 12 {Virginia Derby~G2~1 1/4 mile~Turf~3 year old~Stakes}
A great group of eight Turfers will go to the gate in this exciting annual summer race.  It will be tough to beat Paddy O'Prado (Desormeaux / Romans) with the highest speed number at the distance, the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two fabulous workouts.  Interactif (Castellano / Pletcher), much like Paddy O'Prado is 100% in the money over the grass.  He has a decent last out speed number at the distance and three robust workouts.  Trainer, Todd Pletcher, will have him ready for this grassy distance.  Two Notch Road (Russell / Thompson) will be the surprise of the race with the second highest last out speed number, one of four who have gone this distance with some success, and a nice peaking workout.  Krypton (Maragh / McLaughlin) will give a powerful performance with the third (tie) highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two strenuous workouts.  Let's play Colonial Downs.

$2 WIN:  #7 Paddy O'Prado
$2 SHOW:  #3 Interactif
$2 SHOW: #1 Two Notch Road
10 CENT Superfecta:  #7 Paddy O'Prado / #3 Interactif, #1 Two Notch Road / #3, #1, #2 Krypton / #3, #1, #2.

















Friday's Results
Monmouth R7.  Our first pick, Slam the Cat, finished 3rd for $3.00 in show money.  Our second pick, Deona, finished 2nd for $3.00 in show money.  Our third pick, Fortune Play, finished 6th.  Superfecta went 2-8-7-4.
Bankroll drops 10 cents to $8.80.

Back to Jersey; On to Hollywood

Sunday, the last day of the horse racing weekend.  We look at two highly competitive races.  One at Monmouth Park and one at Hollywood Park.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {Bernie Dowd Handicap~1 mile 70 yards~3 year old Up~NJ bred}
What will be a highly competitive twelve horse field, this race will go to the horse best prepped and given the best trip.  Clear Faith (G. Gomez / Hernandez) looks the best with two top last out speed numbers and a robust workout.  Luna Park (Rosendo / Lake) looks tough with the fourth hihest last out speed number and two hardy, peaking workouts.  At the Disco (Castro / Hartmann) looks very good with a 71% in the money record at the distance and two long distance workouts.  Looking to grab a piece of the purse pie will be Evenings End (Maysonnett / T. Kelly) with the highest last out speed number and two fierce, peaking workouts.  Also seeking a piece of the pie will be Hot Skip and Away (Trujillo / Pierce) with a decent last out speed number and one bullet workout.  Let's play Monmouth Park.

$2 SHOW:  #8 Clear Faith
$2 SHOW:  #9 Luna Park
10 CENT Superfecta:  #8 Clear Faith / #9 Luna Park / #5 At the Disco / #2 Evenings End, #4 Hot Skip and Away.

Hollywood Park Race 8 {Will Rogers~G3~1 1/16 mile~Turf~3 year old~Stakes}
Another highly competitive race with anyone of these capable of finding their way to the winners circle.  Bogie [IRE] (Solis / Gallagher) looks well prepared with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two athletic workouts.  Hudson Landing (R. Baze / Morey) will give chase with the highest speed number at the distance and three intense workouts.  Camp Victory (Bejarano / Gaines) sports the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a four race progression, and four well-built, peaking workouts.  He could be victorious if let loose on the front end at a pedestrian pace.  Who's Up (V. Espinoza / Periban) looks primed to run a great race coming off a longer distance in his last and firing three stout workouts.  Ukandoit (Smith / Spawr) with the highest last out speed number will be moving up in distance.  He has put together a tremendous workout tab with five broad-shouldered workouts.  He could do it.  Let's play Hollywood Park.

$2 SHOW:  #8 Bogie [IRE]
$2 SHOW:  #5 Hudson Landing
10 CENT Superfecta:  #8 Bogie [IRE] / #5 Hudson Landing / #3 Camp Victory / #2 Who's Up, #1 Ukandoit.

















Saturday's Results
Colonial Downs R9.  Our first pick, Shared Account, won (1st) for win money of $6.00 and show money of $2.10.  Our second pick, Tizaqueena, finished 3rd for show money of $2.10.  Superfecta went 5-1-4-8.
Belmont Park R9.  Our first pick, Ave [GB], finished 3rd for show money of $2.70.  Our second pick, Lady Shakespeare, won (1st) for show money of $2.10.  There was no Superfecta offerred due to scratches.
Bankroll bumps up to $23.60.

SaTURFday Stakes Races

Saturday on the Turf.  Today we look at a couple of East coast stakes races. One at famed Belmont Park and one at beautiful Colonial Downs.

Colonial Downs Race 9 {All Along~G3~1 1/8 mile~Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A great field of eight will vie for the victory in this race.  Shared Account (Prado / Motion) looks to have an edge over a very talented field.  She holds the highest speed number at the distance, has the second highest last out speed number, and a fiery workout.  She appears be ready to press the pace and then pounce on to victory.  Tizaqueena (Baird / Stidham) will challenge her for the victory.  Tizaqueena has the second highest speed number at the distance, the highest last out speed number, and three powerful workouts.  Blind Date (Homeister / Smith) could be the surprise in this race with the highest (tie) speed number over the Colonial Downs course and three strong workouts.  Katara (Gomez / Matz) will be angling for a piece of the purse with a respectable last out speed number and one solid work.  Also, looking for a piece of the purse pie will be Omega Cat (J. Bridgmohan / Wolfson).  She has the third highest speed number at the distance, good last out speed numbers and three hardy workouts.  Let's play Colonial Downs.

$2 WIN / SHOW:  #5 Shared Account.
$2 SHOW:  #4 Tizaqueena.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #5 Shared Account / #4 Tizaqueena / #3 Blind Date / #6 Katara, #7 Omega Cat.

Belmont Park Race 9 {NY Stakes~G2~1 1/4 mile~inner Turf~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A fabulous field of seven gals line up for this race.  There is no early speed in this race and the horse that gets an early jump on the group will be victorious.  Ave [GB] (Luzzi / Attfield) looks ready to conquer the field with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four burly, peaking workouts.  Lady Shakespeare (J. Velazquez / Attfield) could make it an Exacta for trainer, Roger Attfield.  She is coming down in distance with the third highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four well-built, peaking workouts.  Changing Skies [IRE] (Hill / Mott) is also coming down in distance with the fourth highest last out speed number.  She has worked out magnificently with three husky, peaking workouts.  Nehantic Kat (Cohen / Tagg) will be gunning for a piece of the purse pie with a decent last out speed number at a longer distance and three stout workouts.  Let's play this great Turf race at Belmont Park.

$2 WIN / SHOW:  #1 Ave [GB].
$2 SHOW:  #6 Lady Shakespeare.
10 CENT Superfecta:  #1 Ave [GB] / #6 Lady Shakespeare /  #2 Changing Skies [IRE], #4 Nehantic Kat / #2, #4.


















Friday's Results
Monmouth R3.  Our first pick, Zaphyra, was scratched.  Our second pick, Burning Calories, finished 4th.  With the scratch of our first choice our 10 CENT Super was scuttled.  Superfecta went 7-3-2-5.
Monmouth R8.  Our first pick, Canary Diamond, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Conga Bella, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.  Superfecta went 3-7-8-6.
Bankroll slips to $20.80.