On the Turf for Superfecta Sunday

We take a peek at a fantastic graded stakes race on the Turf for this Superfecta Sunday.

Del Mar Race 7 {San Clemente~G2~1 mile~TURF~Fillies~Graded Stakes}

A superb field of eight will travel over the green. There is sufficient speed to produce a swift pace. Speed numbers are very close for this group of runners all stepping up in class for this graded stakes event. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a grand Turf battle.

#3 Lull (B. Hernandez / Clement) looks to be well spotted as she ships in for strong connections. This gal holds the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four dynamic workouts. She should get first jump on the leaders going into the stretch.

She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Sircat Sally (Van Dyke / Hollendorfer) should be the well-deserved favorite as she is undefeated in seven starts. A very speedy gal, she holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four superlative workouts. This gal could wire this field with her speed.

#9 Madam Dancealot [IRE] (Theriot / Baltas) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and four stellar workouts. This girl will be tracking the pace ready to strike in the stretch.

#6 Spy Ring [IRE] (Espinoza / Cassidy) could surprise with a couple of very good last out speed numbers, a six race progression, and two bullet workouts. Expect her to track right behind the leaders ready to attack in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Lull  +  #7 Sircat Sally  +  #9 Madam Dancealot [IRE]  +  #6 Spy Ring [IRE].

Stakes Saturday Results

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R4.  Eddie Read--G2.  Our first pick, Up With the Birds, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Ashleyluvssugar, finished 2nd for show money of $2.10.  Our third pick, Abbey Vale [IRE], finished 7th (last).

Superfecta went 2-6-1-3.

Bankroll washes out to $5.50.

Surf Meets the Turf on Stakes Saturday

On this Stakes Saturday we take in the greatness that is Del Mar.

Del Mar Race 4 {Eddie Read~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A field of seven familiar faces will take to the green in this annual event. There is speed to maintain an earnest pace. Speed numbers are very close making it any horse's race. This should be an extremely exciting race.

#5 Up With the Birds (Theriot / D'Amato) comes back after a brief freshening. He holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and four superb workouts. A son of Stormy Atlantic, he should be motoring home quickly into a decent pace.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Ashleyluvssugar (Stevens / Eurton) should go off as the favorite with the highest (3-way tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four excellent workouts. He also races fresh. An expert at this distance and over the Del Mar course, this son of Game Plan, should be forwardly placed.

$2 SHOW.

#7 Abbey Vale [IRE] (Frey / O'Neill) should improve once again sharing the third highest last out speed figure, working a two race progression, and throwing down two prime peaking workouts. This son of Moss Vale [IRE] should be tracking the leaders with fortitude.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#3 Kenjisstorm (Bejarano / Baltas) should be in the mix sharing the highest last out speed number, holding an eight race progression, and putting in two hearty workouts. This lad enjoys the distance and has the tactical speed to fit into whatever pace develops. Another son of Stormy Atlantic to hit the green..

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Up With the Birds  /  #6 Ashleyluvssugar  /  #7 Abbey Vale [IRE]  /  #3 Kenjisstorm, ALL.

A couple of Superfecta Sundays Ago (7/9)

Arlington International Race Course R8.  Claiming. We just missed on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort, capturing three of the four required to cash.  Superfecta went 10-7-3-5.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Oscarific, finished 4th.

Bankroll tumbles to $2.90. Lets put in a Hamilton for this weekend's racing.

Superfecta Sunday Near the Surf

On this Superfecta Sunday we peer in on the West Coast for a dazzling graded stakes race where the Turf meets the Surf.

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Race 9 {Eddie Read~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A lively group of nine will hit the Turf in this annual affair. There is enough speed to keep an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive event. Any one of them could pull off the victory. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. Today we will scale up to level four for our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

#1 Ashelyluvssugar (Stevens / Eurton) should sweeten the deal with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three stout workouts. He should track the pace closely seeking to strike in the stretch. This guy is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$4 SHOW.

#2 Flamboyant [FR] (Prat / Gallagher) is coming off a modest layoff after traveling to Dubai, [UAE] to capture a bit of coin finishing fifth in the Dubai Turf. He holds the highest speed number at this distance and has put in four superb peaking workouts. He should track and close efficiently.

#6 Finnegans Wake (T. Baze / Miller) should contend with a suitable pace. He holds a couple of nice last out performances, a three race progression, and three strong peaking workouts. This veteran millionaire should be closing gallantly in the stretch.

#8 Patentar [FR] (A. Quinonez / Callaghan) could surprise with a couple of good last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and three hearty workouts. He should be part of the tracking crew that loves this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Ashleyluvssugar  +  #2 Flamboyant [FR]  +  #6 Finnegans Wake  +  #8 Patentar [FR].

Stakes Saturday Results

Indiana Grand R9.  Indiana Derby--G2.  Our first pick, Star Hill, finished 3rd for show money of $6.80.  Our second pick, Cherry Wine, finished 9th.  Our third pick, The Player, finished 2nd for show money of $3.60.

Superfecta went 11-5-12-8.

Bankroll drops a fin and change to settle at $161.61.

Superfecta Sunday on Jersey Turf, Episode Two

We return to the wonderful Jersey Turf for this Superfecta Sunday, viewing a nice mile allowance race.

Monmouth Park Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~fillies/mares~Allowance}

A salty group of ten will go to the gate in this grass allowance.  There is enough speed to keep a decent pace on. Speed numbers indicate a competitive contest. Most in here have an above 50% overall in the money record. It should be a fantastic race. Our task is to knit together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#10 Forest Funds (Navarro / Preciado) might have the edge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and two solid workouts. She should be forwardly placed close to the pace setters. This gal holds the second highest speed number at the distance. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$2 SHOW.

#5 Cali Thirty Seven (Worrie / Orseno) has been showing decent form and exits a longer route where she earned the highest last out speed number of the group. She is working a five race progression and should make another step forward. She likes the Monmouth Turf all the while being forwardly placed.

#6 Wildly Good Lookin (Olivero / Ryan) should compete with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout peaking workouts. She has achieved a victory at this distance in one try. This gal has the tactical ability to show speed or track the pace.

#4 Offlee Sheikh (Bocachica / Vitali) should contend with a couple of last out in the money performances and two sharp peaking workouts. She moves up in class with a terrific 80% in the money record. This girl is another that relishes the Jersey Turf.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Forest Funds  +  #5 Cali Thirty Seven  +  #6 Wildly Good Lookin  +  #4 Offlee Sheikh.



Stakes Saturday Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R4.  Eddie Read--G1.  Our first pick, Midnight Storm, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Power Ped, finished 5th.
Superfecta went 2-1-7-4.
Bankroll gets wiped out, falling to 81 CENTS. We will supplement with a Lincoln today.

Stakes Saturday On the Turf, Near the Surf

We roll into Stakes Saturday with a Grade One Turf Race at fabulous Del Mar.

Del Mar Race 4 {Eddie Read~G1~1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of seven will hit the grass in this annual event. There is enough speed to produce a fluid pace. Speed numbers are very close. All are well prepped for this contest. It should be an exciting race.

#3 Midnight Storm (T. Baze / D'Amato) should be the favorite and deservedly so with the highest last out speed number and two superb workouts. This son of Pioneer of the Nile should be forwardly placed ready to roll. He has a proven record at Del Mar of two victories from two starts here. Certainly will be the one to beat.
$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Power Ped (Stevens / Drysdale) is coming off a modest layoff, but should fire well. He fits right in with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and a two race progression prior to the layoff. This lad has put in four fierce workouts in preparation for this one. A son of Powerscourt [GB], he should have a clean tracking trip and explode into the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Big Cazanova [ARG] (Graham / Miller) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, coming off a longer route, and three strong workouts. This son of Giant's Causeway should show speed and attempt to wire the field. He does like the Del Mar surroundings have traveled well over its former synthetic surface.

#2 Gabriel Charles (Smith / Mullins) should challenge sharing the second highest last out speed number, working a three race progression, and putting in three terrific peaking workouts. This son of Street Hero should track and close gallantly. He loves the Del Mar course.

10 CENT Superfecta

#3 Midnight Storm  /  #4 Power Ped  /  #5 Big Cazanova [ARG]  /  #2 Gabriel Charles.



Friday's Results
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club R2.  Claiming.  Our first pick, No Contingency, finished 3rd for show money of $3.60.  Our second pick, Justification, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 6-8-2-4.
Bankroll loses five dimes to settle at $7.91.