Superfecta Sunday at Beautiful Del Mar

 Today we venture off to the West Coast for a thrilling mile on the Turf with the Surf in the background at beautiful Del Mar.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 9 {Del Mar Mile~G2~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of ten will go to the Turf in this annual competition. There is a plethora of speedsters and forwardly placed types to produce a sizzling pace. Speed figures are very close for these fellas. Only a couple have not traversed the Del Mar course. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be one of the best Turf races of the day.

#3 Galilean (Rispoli / Sadler) will try to make it three in a row as he tries his second Turf race. He holds the fourth highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer Turf route and two strong workouts. This guy has the tactical speed to avoid any speed dual on the front end. A son of Uncle Mo, he is 90% in the money from ten career starts. This colt is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#10 Kiwi's Dream [AUS] (Gonzalez / Trujillo) should challenge with his speed and will be attempting to wire the field. He has hit the board in his last three races and has also produced the fourth last out speed number. Couple that with three hearty workouts and you have a recipe for a top effort. This gelded son of Sebring [AUS], is 78% in the money from fourteen career starts.

 #4 Mo Forza (Prat / P. Miller) comes off an extended layoff having posted the highest last out speed number and put in four significant peaking workouts. He should track the pace closely and spring into the straight-away. This colt loves the distance and the Del Mar course. Another son of Uncle Mo, he is 80% in the money from ten career starts.

#7 Royal Ship [BRZ] (M. Smith / Mandella) comes in from Brazil after racking up five wins in a row. This guy runs for terrific connections off the layoff and for the first North American start. This colt is the unknown factor in the race, but based on his work tab of strong stamina producing workouts he is ready to mount a grand challenge to these foes. A son of Midshipman, is his 100% in the money from seven career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Galilean  +  #10 Kiwi's Dream [AUS]  +  #4 Mo Forza  +  #7 Royal Ship [BRZ].

Stakes Saturday Results

Saratoga R9.  Four Star Dave--G1.  Our first pick, Uni [GB], finished 7th.  Our second pick, Halladay, won (1st) for place money of $3.55 and show money of $5.70.  Our third pick, Raging Bull [FR], finished 5th.

We failed in our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel effort.

Superfecta went 5-4-2-3.

Bankroll continues its slide settling at $80.98.

Kentucky Derby Points on the Jersey Shore

Stakes Saturday along the Jersey Shore is out destination this week. We take in a fine Kentucky Derby points race.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Haskell~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A good group of seven will go to the gate in this annual summer race. This unusual year it offers up Kentucky Derby points. There is plenty of speed and forwardly placed types to drive the speed forward. Speed numbers are fairly close, especially among the top three favorites. None have raced over the Monmouth track. This should be another exciting race along the Derby trail.

#2 Authentic (M. Smith / Baffert) looks ready take another race adding to his 100% in the money record from four career starts. This guy could share pace duties looking to wire the field. He has already scored at this distance. In preparation he has put in four powerful workouts. A son of Into Mischief, he has three wins in his four race career. We can expect short odds for this fella.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Ny Traffic (P. Lopez / S. Joseph) should take another step forward with second highest (tie) last out speed number and three very strong workouts. He has already hit the board in his only try at this distance. A son of Cross Traffic, he is 75% in the money from eight career starts.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Dr. Post (Bravo / Pletcher) should challenge sharing the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This guy should have an advantage if the pace boils over. He is another that has hit the board at this distance securing the second highest speed number at it. A son of Quality Road, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Lebda (Cintron / Gonzalez) should be in the mix as he continues to show improvement. His last three speed numbers are pretty good and he has flashed two bullet workouts prepping for this one. He leads this field with four career wins. A son of Raison d'Etat, he is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Authentic //  #7 Ny Traffic,  #1 Dr. Post,  #6 Lebda.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Authentic  +  #7 Ny Traffic  +  #1 Dr. Post  +  #6 Lebda.




Last Superfecta Sunday (7/12) Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R6.  Osunitas Stakes. We misfired on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play, capturing only two of the four required. Superfecta went 6-1-2-7.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Desert Oasis [GB], finished 6th.
Bankroll tumbles to $119.93.
  

Have a Cigar on Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a premiere stakes race in bonnie New York.

Aqueduct Race 10 {Cigar Mile Handicap~G1~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic group of eleven will go to the gate in this annual grade one. There is sufficient speed to maintain an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close as this group assembles. There are four millionaires in this one, each with a chance to bring home the hardware. Only two have never raced at the mile distance, but both are quite capable. It should be one of the best races of the fall.

#5 Maximum Security (L. Saez / Ja. Servis) should be the deserved favorite as he runs the mile distance for the first time. The DQ'd winner of the Kentucky Derby has won his last two. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and three robust peaking workouts. A son of New Year's Day, this guy is primed and ready to wire this field. Odds will not be great, so a token win wager will be placed.
$1 WIN.

#4 Pat On The Back (D. Davis / J. Englehart) should contend  with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and four strong workouts. This lad loves the distance and surface. He should be traveling close to the pace seeking an opening for the stretch run. A son of Congrats, he is 70% in the money from twenty-seven career starts.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Bal Harbour (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) will be in the mix with a 100% in the money record at this distance from five starts. He has been in the money in his last three starts and has put in three hearty workouts prepping for this race. A son of First Samurai, he is another that should be tracking the pace closely looking for a seam to dash through.
$2 SHOW.

#9 Looking at Bikinis (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) should take another step forward after capturing the second highest last out speed number and putting in four swift peaking workouts. This guy loves the surface and distance. A son of Lookin At Lucky, he has a versatile running style that should serve him well in this event.

#6 Spun to Run (I. Ortiz / Guerrero) is the chief competition to our top selection with the highest last out speed number and two fierce bullet workouts. This guy will challenge on the front end from the opening gates. A millionaire son of Hard Spun, he is 81% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($4.00)

#5 Maximum Security  /  #4 Pat On the Back,  #2 Bal Harbour,  #9 Looking at Bikinis,  #6 Spun to Run.

10 CENT Superfecta ($0.80)

#5  Maximum Security  /  #4 Pat On the Back  /  #2 Bal Harbour  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (12/1) Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R5.  Hollywood Turf Club--G2. We misfired on out 10 CENT Superfecta box effort hitting only two of the four wagering interests needed. Superfecta went 7-10-1-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Cleopatra's Strike [ONT], finished 4th.
Bankroll takes a dive to $60.64.

Superfecta Sunday Long on the Turf

We take in a race where the Turf meets the surf as we go long on this Superfecta Sunday.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 7 {1 3/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Optional Claiming}

A good group of nine will hit the green in this featured event for regally bred stayers. No speedsters in this one, but a few that like to be forwardly placed may make for a steady pace. Speed numbers are very close making it any horses race. The large majority of these will be stretching out to this "marathon" distance for the first time. Our task is cobble together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Red King (Pereira / D'Amato) should go off as the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number at the same distance and three endurance building workouts. This lad is 60% in the money at the distance from five starts. Truly, he is the one to beat. A son of English Channel, he should be tracking and closing gallantly.

#7 North County Guy (Gutierrez / Baltas) will be stretching out to this distance with three very good last out speed numbers and four high powered workouts that include three bullets. He enjoys the surface and loves the Del Mar course. A son of The Pamplemousse, he is 65% in the money from twenty career starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$3 SHOW.

#5 Buckstopper Kit (Cedillo / D'Amato) is another that will be stretching out with the second highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This guy is another that should be part of the forwardly placed pack. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 50% in the money over the Del Mar course from six starts.

#8 Unapologetic (Talamo / P. Miller) should challenge mightily with the fourth highest last out speed number and two strong peaking workouts. This closer favors the distance, surface, and Del Mar course. A son of Temple City, he holds the highest speed number at the distance.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Red King  +  #7 North County Guy  +  #5 Buckstopper Kit  +  #8 Unapologetic.




Stakes Saturday Results
Aqueduct R9.  Red Smith Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Sadler's Joy, won (1st) for win money of $2.35.  Our second pick, Marzo, finished 8th.  Our third pick, Tiz a Slam, finished 7th.
Despite having the winner, we failed in our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel.
Superfecta went 7-8-6-10.
Bankroll takes a tumble to $67.94.

Let's Sprint on Superfecta Sunday

On this Superfecta Sunday we take in a nice little sprint race down in Southern California.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 5 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old~Fillies~Claiming}

An interesting group of seven gals will go to the gate in this mid-level claiming event. There is enough speed to keep the pace honest. Speed numbers seem to be very close. Our task is to wire together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a good race.

#2 Super Klaus (A. Espinoza / V. Garcia) might have a slight edge with a strong pace up front. She holds the third highest last out speed number at a route and two solid workouts. A daughter of Flashback, she is 62% in the money from eight career starts. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#6 Nomizar (T. Baze / Hanson) should challenge with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong workouts. This gal enjoys the surface and distance notching a win over the Del Mar dirt. A daughter of Tapizar, she is 66% in the money at the distance from three starts. Should be forwardly placed.

#7 Portal Creek (Valdivia / Sadler) will contend as a possible favorite with the third highest last out speed number and four superb peaking workouts. This gal is another with strong efforts at the distance hitting the board 60% of the time. A daughter of Shanghai Bobby, she will be near the front end.

#1 Time for Suzzie (Diaz / Cerin) should be in the mix with the highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. She also has an affinity for the distance with a 72% in the money record from seven starts at six furlongs. A daughter of Time to get Even, she should be tracking ready to strike in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Super Klaus  +  #6 Nomizar  +  #7 Portal Creek  +  #1 Time for Suzzie.



Stakes Saturday Results
Churchill Downs R10. River City Handicap--G3.  Our first pick, Mr. Misunderstood, won (1st) for win money of $11.20, place money of $9.30, and show money of $7.50.  Our second pick, Admission Office, finished 3rd for show money of $3.30.  Our third pick, Get Western, finished 9th.
While we had the winner, we failed in our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel effort.
Superfecta went 4-1-9-7.
Bankroll gets a pop to $73.99.

Stakes Saturday Down in Kentucky

Feels like Winter, but it is still Fall as we seek out some Turf on this Stakes Saturday. Alas, down Kentucky way we find some cherished Turf.

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

A quality group of ten will hit the green in this annual contest. Short on speed with most coming in as trackers and/or closers. Speed numbers are very close making this race truly competitive. It should be an excellent race.

#4 Mr. Misunderstood (Geroux / B. Cox) might have the edge with the highest speed number at the distance and four outstanding works coming into the race. He loves the surface, distance and Churchill course. A son of Archarcharch, he should be tracking closely ready to pounce. Second best in the money performer at 72% from twenty-five career starts.
$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Admission Office (J. Ortiz / Lynch) will pose a significant challenge with the highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. This lad holds the highest in the money performance of 87% from eight career starts. A son of Point of Entry, he is another that relishes the surface, distance, and Churchill. Look for him to close gallantly.
$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Get Western (B. Hernandez / Lopresti) should contend with the second highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. He will be stretching out to this distance. This lad loves the Churchill course hitting the board 75% from four starts over it. A son of Get Stormy, he is the lone speed and has the potential to wire this field.
$2 SHOW.

#3 Blue Sky Kowboy (Doyle / Boyce) could surprise having hit the board in his last three over Turf and synthetic up in Illinois. He will stretch out for this race. This guy does hold the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and one quality workout. Look for this son of Kodiak Kowboy to improve on the step up. closing well.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#4 Mr. Misunderstood  /  #9 Admission Office,  #8 Get Western,  #3 Blue Sky Kowboy.

10 CENT Superfecta ($1.40)

#4 Mr. Misunderstood  /  #9 Admission Office  /  #8 Get Western, #3 Blue Sky Kowboy  /  ALL.




Last Superfecta Sunday (11/10) Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R8.  Desi Arnaz Stakes.  We hit our 10 CENT Superfecta play capturing all four of the wagering interests, winning $6.87.  Superfecta went 4-5-6-3.
Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Stellar Sound, finished 3rd for show money of $2.80.
Bankroll rolls up a bit to $64.09.

Superfecta Sunday where the Turf meets the Surf

Another Superfecta Sunday rolls in on a lazy afternoon. We take in another Turf contest in sunny Southern California.

Del Mar Race 6 {Wickerr Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A closely matched field of nine will take to the Turf. Five of these lads share the highest speed number at the distance. The balance of these runners are very close. It could be any of these fellas race to win. It comes up a little light on speed though there are a few that should be forwardly placed. It should be a scintillating race. Our task is to chain together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Higher Power (Van Dyke / Sadler) might have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts. This will be his first race over the Del Mar Turf. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 72% in the money from eleven career starts. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Bombard (Prat / Mandella) should present a mighty challenge with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two stout workouts. This guy is one of the group that has the highest speed number at the distance and is 75% in the money at same. A son of War Front, he should be forwardly placed ready to strike.

#8 Tizzarunner (Fuentas / McCarthy) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed number at a much longer route and two well measured workouts. This lad is 66% in the money at the distance and is one point off of the group with the highest speed number at same. A son of Tizway, he should be tracking and closing smoothly.

#6 Souter [GB] (N. Arroyo / Glatt) should be in the mix from the start with the second highest last out speed number and three sound workouts. This lad is 73% in the money from fifteen career starts. A son of Poet's Voice [GB], he loves the Del Mar course.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Higher Power  +  #5 Bombard  +  #8 Tizzarunner  +  #6 Souter [GB].




Stakes Saturday Results
Monmouth Park R12. HASKELL INVITATIONAL--G1.  Our first pick, Maximum Security, won (1st) for win money of $1.80. Our second pick, Joevia, was scratched.  Our third pick, King for a Day, finished off the board.
We scored on our $1 Saturday Exacta wheel earning a meager $6.00 for our effort.
With the scratch of our second pick, we scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta. Superfecta went 7-5-3-6.
Bankroll gains three bucks to settle at $15.03.

Superfecta Sunday along the Surf

We watch the youngsters zip along the dirt on this Superfecta Sunday.

Del Mar Race 8 {Sorrento Stakes~G2~6 Furlongs~2 year-old~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A smashing field of ten will saunter over to the gate in this annual affair. Only three have raced twice. It looks like it could be a very speedy race as most of these gals try to position themselves for victory. Speed numbers are all over the map as these youngsters learn the racing game. It should be a fascinating race. Our task is to knit together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket.

#9 Boujie Girl (G. Franco / Miller) might have the edge with the second highest speed number and three top shelf workouts. This gal has already won over the Del mar oval in her only race. A daughter of  Flashback, she should be forwardly placed in the second flight of runners. She is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#2 Dragic (Bejarano / W. Ward) comes in after a modest layoff last racing at Keeneland. She won at four and half furlongs for which there is no Beyer speed figure recorded. This gal has been working well with four sound works on her 30 day tab. This daughter of Broken Vow should be part of the speed scenario.

#7 Stirred (Van Dyke / McCarthy) looks ready to shake things up with a good speed figure last out when she broke her maiden at Santa Anita. This gal has put in four stamina producing workouts. A daughter of Shakin It Up, she will be tracking the pace looking to strike.

#6 Summerland (T. Baze / Hall) comes down from Hastings across the border in Canada. She has won both of her starts posting the fourth highest speed number of this crew. She will show speed and if her two superb peaking workouts are any indication, she is ready to compete on a much grander stage. A daughter of He's Tops, she will be seeking her third win in a row.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Boujie Girl  +  #2 Dragic  +  #7 Stirred  +  #6 Summerland.




Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R9.  Whitney--G1. Our first pick, Tapwrit, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Diversify, won (1st) for place money of $1.65 and show money of $2.80.  Our third pick, McCraken, finished off the board.
Superfecta went 6-4-5-1.
Bankroll gets drubbed, falling to $179.35.
  

A Del Mar kinda Superfecta Sunday

On to Southern California for Superfecta Sunday. Today we look at a highly competitive
Turf mile for maidens.

Del Mar Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~CA~Maiden Special Weight}
A earnest group of twelve will gallop onto the Turf in this terrific contest. It comes up a little light on speed, but most of these lads are still learning their way around the track. The speed numbers come in closely matched. It should be a heck of a race. Our task is to fuse together a winning combination for our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Itsgetinhotinhere (Van Dyke / Belvoir) could be the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three fabulous workouts. He is coming off a brief rest and should fire fresh making a triumphant closing run. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#2 City State (Antongeorgi / Fanning) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number a five race progression, and three superb workouts. He could end of leading the pack through moderate fractions and take all. This guy also has the second highest speed number at the mile distance.

#10 Easy Ten (Gryder / Diodoro) is a first time starter that has put in a top-notch workout tab in preparation for his debut race. It remains to be seen what type of running style he relishes, but if his connections send him, he could wire this field.

#9 Feed the Fire (T. Baze / Kruljac) should be expected to improve in his third start after a brief freshening. He holds a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers, but has put in three stellar, peaking workouts.  Watch this guy track the pace and scoot through the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Itsgetinhotinhere  +  #2 City State  +  #10 Easy Ten  +  #9 Feed the Fire.



Stakes Saturday Results
Aqueduct R7.  Long Island Handicap--G3.  Our first pick, Danza Cavallo [FR}, finished 2nd for place money of $3.60 and show money of $4.35.  Our second pick, Hellenistic, finished 8th.  Our third pick, Viva Rafaela [BRZ], finished 10th.
Superfecta went 1-5-4-13.
Bankroll gets trimmed to $12.44.

Stakes Saturday at the " Big A"

On this Stakes Saturday we look at a classic Turf contest at awesome Aqueduct.

Aqueduct Race 7 {Long Island Handicap~G3~1 1/2 furlongs~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Graded Stakes}
A great group of twelve ladies will hit the grass in grand fashion. There is enough speed in this contest to develop a quick pace. A couple of Euro invaders join the fray to make a highly competitive race out of it. A number in here have not yet gone this distance.  The speed figs over the Turf are relatively comparable. It should be a fantastic race.

#5 Danza Cavallo [FR] (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) has the edge with a 100% in the money record from four starts on French Turf. She is coming into this fresh off a short layoff after racing brilliantly across the pond in France. For this race she has put in four very good workouts and should be forwardly placed. This daughter of Sunday Break [JPN] will be making her first North American start.
$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Hellenistic (Alvarado / Weld) also joins in from across the pond. She has been racing well in Ireland.  She is another that comes into this after a brief layoff, so will fire fresh. This daughter of English Channel is coming in off back to back wins on the Turf. She should be tracking and closing diligently.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#2 Viva Rafaela [BRZ] (Bravo / Pletcher) will challenge with the highest last out speed number among the American based contingent, a four race progression, and three mighty workouts. This daughter of Know Heights [IRE] should be part of the forwardly placed crew battling for position.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Aigue Marine [GB] (J. Velazquez / Clement) should contend with the second highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. She shows the highest speed number at the distance and holds a solid record at same. This daughter of Galileo [IRE] will be closing fast into a strong pace.

#7 Giant Shadow (Vaz / Graham) could be the big surprise with a couple of good last out speed numbers that earned her victories in both races. She holds a two race progression and has put in one fundamental workout.  This daughter of Giant's Causeway should not have any trouble with the distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Danza Cavallo [FR]  /  #6 Hellenistic  /  #2 Viva Rafaela [BRZ]  /  #1 Aigue Marine [GB], #7 Giant Shadow.



Friday Result's
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R8.  Kathryn Crosby Stakes.  Our first pick, Queen of The Sand [IRE], won 1st for show money of $3.60.  Our second pick, Wishing Gate, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 2-9-5-12.
Bankroll slips a few dimes to $4.69.
We will supplement today's stakes with a Hamilton.

Sunny Del Mar Friday

On this Friday, let's take in a nice Turf contest in sunny southern California.

Del Mar Race 8 {Kathryn Crosby Stakes~1 mile~TURF~3 year old~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}
A good field of twelve will take to the grass in this annual affair.  It comes a little light on speed, but there is a sufficient enough amount to keep the pace rolling. The speed numbers are all relatively close. This could be a surprising, yet exciting race.

#2 Queen of the Sand [IRE] (Smith / Gallagher) should be one of the beneficiaries of a solid pace with third highest last out speed number at a longer route and three hearty workouts. She already has a win over the Del Mar course and will be closing quickly.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Wishing Gate (Van Dyke / Proctor) should challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and five resounding, peaking workouts. She has a good record over the Del Mar Turf hitting the board 66% of the time from six starts. This gal should be tracking and closing well.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Kathleen Rose (Bejarano / Machowsky) should contend with a couple of solid form last out speed numbers and three superb peaking workouts. She has a tremendous 100% in the money record at the distance from eight starts. This gal is likely to lead the pack through solid fractions.

#4 Burning Arch (Trujillo / Hollendorfer) could be on the cusp of a break-out run. She holds a couple of fine last out speed numbers turning in winning performances in each. This gal also shows five excellent workouts during a brief layoff. She is another that will be tracking and closing into a good pace.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Queen of the Sand [IRE]  /  #8 Wishing Gate  /  #5 Kathleen Rose  /  #4 Burning Arch.



Thursday's Results
Aqueduct R5.  Optional Claiming.  Our first pick, Evening Show, finished 3rd for show money of $3.30.  Our second pick, House Rules, won (1st) for show money of $1.10.
Superfecta went 10-3-2-11.
Bankroll gets a lift to $5.19.

Friday Mile at Del Mar

On this fantastic Friday we view a spectacular mile race at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club.

Del Mar Race 6 {El Cajon~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
A great group of eight will go to the gate in this feature race. There is enough speed to keep a snappy pace. This competitive group have closely matched speed figs. It should be a good race.

#8 Conquest Two Step (Talamo / Casse) will be stretching out to a route with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two solid workouts. he should be able to track and close mightily.
$2 SHOW.

#10 Red Outlaw (Maldonado / Miller) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and three superb peaking workouts. He should be forwardly placed seeking his fifth victory in a row.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Big Tire (Bejarano / Glatt) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and one fluid workout. This fella should be tracking and closing well into a swift pace.

#6 Home School [IRE] (Trujillo / O'Neill) should be in the mix with the third highest last out speed number over turf and one robust workout. This guy has a 76% in the money record from thirteen starts.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Conquest Two Step  /  #10 Red Outlaw  /  #9 Big Tire  /  #6 Home School [IRE].



Thursday's Results
Saratoga R5.  With Anticipation--G2.  Our first pick, Startup Nation, won (1st) for show money of $1.55.  Our second pick, International Star, finished 2nd for show money of $2.00.  Our third pick, Nutty Futty, finished 3rd for show money of $2.40.
Superfecta went 1-8-5-9.
Bankroll gains a few bucks settling at $25.39.

Saratoga Horse Racing Weekend

For the start of our horse racing weekend we take in a race for the youngsters, at the Spa.

Saratoga Race 5 {With Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Graded Stakes}
A great crop of nine youngsters will go to the grass in this mid-card feature.  Many are making their second career start after a stellar first win. There are enough speedy types to keep the pace moving. Only three have gone this distance and have notched wins at it. This should be a fascinating race.

#1 Startup Nation (Rosario / C. Brown) could follow up his first start at this distance with another win. He holds the second highest last out speed number and has put in two superb peaking workouts. This lad sports the highest speed number at the distance. He should be tracking the pace ready to strike.
$1 SHOW.

#8 International Star (Napravnik / Maker) appears primed and ready to take another step forward with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and three athletic workouts. He should be forwardly placed geared towards victory.
$1 SHOW.

#5 Nutty Futty (Valdivia / Van Culin) could surprise following the pace closely with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout. He could be sitting on a fine performance.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Designed for War (Castellano / Pletcher) should compete vigorously as the speed demon in the race.  He holds the third highest last out speed number at this distance and has put in three robust workouts.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Startup Nation  /  #8 International Star  /  #5 Nutty Futty  /  #6 Designed for War.



Last Superfecta Sunday (8/24) Results
Del Mar R10.  Pacific Classic.  Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell one short.  Superfecta went 11-8-3-5.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Toast of New York, finished 2nd for show money of $4.60,
Bankroll gains a couple dimes to settle at $22.54.

Superfecta Sunday at Del Mar

An enjoyable Superfecta Sunday unrolls where the Surf meets the Turf.

Del Mar Race 8 {Best Pal~G2~6 1/2 furlongs~2 year old~Stakes}
A solid field of eight will step up to the gate. There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace honest.  All of these colts (and one gelding) will be stretching out to this distance for the first time.  There is no telling which one will make a big step forward.  All are equally talented to pull off the victory.  Our task is to attempt to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta ticket.

#5 Rowdy Dylan (Maldonado / P. Miller) might have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number and a two race progression. He should be tracking the pace in his third start of the form cycle.  He could score nicely.

#7 Skyway (Elliott / Casse) will challenge having already scored a win over the poly down at Keeneland.  He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and has put in two solid workouts over the Del Mar poly.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#1 Story to Tell (Talamo / Hendricks) should contend sharing the highest last out speed number and putting in two quality workouts.  He is 100% in the money from three career starts.  He has the ability to track from very close to the pace.

#6 Henry's Holiday (T. Baze / O'Neill) looks to be in the mix after a brief freshening.  He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in three robust workouts prepping for this one.  Should the pace become hot, his closing style will come to the forefront.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Rowdy Dylan  +  #7 Skyway  +  #1 Story to Tell  +  #6 Henry's Holiday.



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R7.  De La Rosa Stakes.  Our first pick, Pianist, finished 3rd for show money of $3.20.  Our second pick, Joy, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Filimbi, won (1st) for show money of $1.35.
Superfecta went 9-8-7-5.
Bankroll gets a trim to $9.14.

Stakes Saturday at the Spa

A great day of stakes races all across the land.  On this Saturday we focus on a Turf race at the Spa.

Saratoga Race 7 {Fasig-Tipton De La Rosa Stakes~1 mile inner TURF~4 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A fantastic group of nine will take to the green in one of a number of stakes races on today's card.  There is enough speed in here, particularly on the outside, to keep a fluid pace.  The speed numbers at the distance are fairly close.  It could be any gals race.

#7 Pianist (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) will be making her first start this year.  She is strong off the layoff and appears ready to tackle this field.  She holds a 66% win record at this distance and has put in four very powerful workouts in preparation for her return to racing.  This daughter of More Than Ready absolutely loves the Saratoga course.
$1 WIN  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Joy (I. Ortiz / Motion) could surprise with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one solid workout.  She relishes this distance having won two of three at it.  This daughter of Pure Prize will be tracking the pace and should it get steamy, watch her grind it out in the stretch.
$1 PLACE  /  $1 SHOW.

#9 Filimbi (Rosario / Mott) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three robust workouts.  A daughter of Mizzen Mast, she is 100% in the money from nine career starts. She should be forwardly placed ready to pounce.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#8 Day at the Spa (Castellano / C. Brown) should contend coming off an extended layoff.  She holds the highest speed number at the distance and has put in four strengthening workouts in preparation for her first start this year.  This daughter of City Zip holds a perfect three for three record over the Saratoga course.  Could be the one to beat.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Pianist  /  #3 Joy  /  #9 Filimbi  /  #8 Day at the Spa.



Friday's Results
Del Mar R7.  Real Good Deal Stakes.  Our first pick, Alert Bay, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Patriots Rule, finished 2nd for show money of $7.60.
Superfecta went 7-10-4-6.
Bankroll gets a boost to $10.69.

Furlong Friday at Del Mar

To the Pacific coast we go to enjoy a nice sprint stakes race.

Del Mar Race 7 {Real Good Deal Stakes~7 furlongs~3 year old~CA~Stakes}
A Splendid group of twelve will make their start in this California bred stakes race.  There is plenty of speed to keep the race moving along nicely. All of these fellas are close in terms of speed numbers. It should be a sweet race.

#11 Alert Bay (T. Baze / Wright) might have a slight edge with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three serious workouts. He is 100% in the money from eight starts. Expect him to be tracking the pace and stride right into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#10 Patriots Rule (F. Perez / Diodoro) should challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number at a route and one fine workout. This lad has the second highest speed number over synthetic and is 100% in the money from four starts over same.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Red Outlaw (Maldonado / P. Miller) could contend with the second last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superb workouts. He is the only one in the group that has been in the money from two starts over the Del Mar poly.

#13 G.G. Ryder (Trujillo / Hollendorfer) could surprise sharing the highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three strong workouts. This lad should be forwardly placed poised to pounce in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#11 Alert Bay  / #10 Patriots Rule  /  #7 Red Outlaw  /  #13 G.G. Ryder.



Thursday's Results
Saratoga R9.  Evan Shipman Stakes.  Our first pick, Big Business, finished 2nd for show money of $2.70.  Our second pick, Fox Rules, finished 8th (last).
Superfecta went 2-8-6-7.
Bankroll gets trimmed to $7.19.

Saratoga Stakes Saturday

On this last day of August, and the Labor Day weekend that unofficially marks the end of summer we take a good look at an amazing race of millionaire horses.

Saratoga Race 10 {Woodward~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A fantastic group of six will make their start in this annual graded stakes race.  There is sufficient speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace honest.  It can be swaid these lads are the best of the best racing in America today.  A great race should unfold.

#5 Paynter (Bejarano / Baffert) should be the controlling speed and if he is able to hold off the challengers, could wire this field.  He comes into this with a couple of great last out speed numbers and four fierce workouts.  This guy holds an enviable 88% in the money record over eight career races.  He could stride right into the winners circle.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#4 Flat Out (Alvarado / Mott) should be right near the lead seeking an advantage with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four dynamite peaking workouts.  He carries with him the tactical speed to out flank any of these.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#2 Successful Dan (Leparoux / Loprestri) should challenge sharing the highest last out speed number, working a two race progression, and putting in three solid peaking workouts.  He should be tracking the pace ready to pounce on any weakness in the leaders heading home.  This guy is another with a very credible in the money record of 86% over fourteen career starts.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Mucho Macho Man (Prado / Ritvo) will be in the mix with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout peaking workouts.  He relishes this Saratoga track and should be pressing forward.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Paynter / #4 Flat Out / #2 Successful Dan / #6 Mucho Macho Man.



Friday's Results
Del Mar R6.  El Cajon Stakes.  Our first pick, Pataky Kid, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Holy Lute, won (1st) for show money of $4.00.
We dumped our 10 CENT Superfecta effort due to a key scratch.  Superfecta went 8-4-7-11.
Bankroll remains the same at $26.44.

Friday Horse Racing Stall

On this lovely Summer Friday we take a peek at a mile race in sunny Southern California.

Del Mar Race 6 {El Cajon Stakes~1 mile~3 year old~Stakes}
An interesting group of eight will go to the gate.  Five of which were nominated to the Triple Crown earlier this year.  There is plenty of speed sprinkled with the forwardly placed which could give it a very strong pace.  Should be a nice race on a nice day.

#6 Pataky Kid (Gomez / Proctor) could benefit from a hot pace with the fourth highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and four superb peaking workouts.  He should be able to settle back and launch into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Holy Lute (Flores / Cassidy) might surprise with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two stellar workouts.  He is another that could sit back and wait for the pace to develop.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 U'narack (Leparoux / Hollendorfer) should challenge with the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and three robust workouts.  This guy could be forwardly placed ready to strike.

#5 Manando (M. Garcia / Baffert) will contend as a speedster with the highest speed number at the distance and two hearty workouts.  He should battle for the lead with two others and hold on for a piece of the purse.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Pataky Kid, #8 Holy Lute / #6, #8 / #9 U'narack, #5 Manando / #9, #5.



Thursday's Results
Saratoga R10.  With Anticipation Stakes--G2.  Our first pick, Bashart, won (1st) for win money of $3.85 and show money of $1.55.  Our second pick, General Jack, was scratched.  Our third pick, Tiger Bourbon, finished 4th.
We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta play due to the scratch.  Superfecta went 1-2-5-3.
Bankroll gains a couple of bucks to $26.44.

Anticipating Saratoga

Let's get back at it on this Thursday.  Our horse racing weekend begins With Anticipation at Saratoga.

Saratoga Race 10 {With Anticipation~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~2 year old~Stakes}
An equally talented field of eight youngsters will hit the grass in this annual event.  Most in here like to be forwardly placed so it should be a good jostle to the finish.  A great well bred field will make for a great race.

#1 Bashart (Castellano / Pletcher) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and two fine workouts.  He is one of many that should be forwardly placed.
$1 WIN / $1 SHOW.

#8 General Jack (Napravnik / Maker) should challenge with the highest last out speed number at a sprint, a two race progression, and one robust workout.  He should be part of the forwardly placed pack.
$1 SHOW.

#3 Tiger Bourbon (Lezcano / Kenneally) will contend with the second highest last out speed number in his only race to date and four superb workouts.  He too should find himself forwardly placed ready to roll.
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Base Case Scenario (Albarado / Stall) should be in the mix with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and three terrific peaking workouts.  Should the pace on the front end, his tracking ability will benefit him greatly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 Bashart / #8 General Jack / #3 Tiger Bourbon / #6 Base Case Scenario.



Last Superfecta Sunday (8/25) Results
Del Mar R9.  Pacific Classic--G1.  Our 10 CENT Superfecta box effort fell way short of the marking capturing only one wagering interest in the Superfecta sequence.  Superfecta went 11-7-5-6.
Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Delegation, finished 6th.
Bankroll takes a hit and falls to $24.04.

Superfecta Sunday along the Pacific

Our horse racing weekend comes to a close as we gaze out towards the Pacific Ocean and enjoy one of the great races of the summer.

Del Mar Race 9 {Pacific Classic~G1~1 1/4 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A smashing field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual summer grade one.  There is speed. Most of it coming from the outside posts which might set this one up for a horse coming from off the pace should it get out of control.  A great group of horses will battle gallantly.  Let's try to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#10 Delegation (Contreras / Casse) comes in from Woodbine with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three sensational workouts.  He should be forwardly placed ready to rumble with three other speedy types.  He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#11 Game On Dude (M. Garcia / Baffert) should be the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and five superlative workouts.  This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance.  He should be in the forwardly placed group battling for advantage.

#9 Dullahan (Bejarano / Romans) will be taking advantage of any fast pace with a couple of o.k. last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  He enjoys the synthetic surface and holds the fourth highest speed number at the distance.  This guy should be closing swiftly.

#4 Farraaj [IRE] (Gomez / Varian) could be the big surprise coming off some very nice efforts across the pond in Great Britain.  He is two for two at this distance and should relish the polytrack surface.  Expect him to have a nice tracking run.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Delegation  +  #11 Game On Dude  +  #9 Dullahan  +  #4 Farraaj [IRE].



Stakes Saturday Results
Saratoga R12.  Travers--G1.  Our first pick, Orb, finished 3rd for show money of $6.45.  Our second pick, Palace Malice, finished 4th.  Our third pick, War Dancer, finished 6th.
Superfecta went 5-6-2-8.
Bankroll gets dinged and falls to $28.44.