A Hawthorney Superfecta Sunday

 A mild and partly cloudy day will usher in some good horse racing at that venerable track Southwest of Chicago's Loop.

Hawthorne Race Course Race 4 {1 mile~TURF~2 year-old~Fillies~Maiden Special Weight}

A good crop of eleven young fillies will enter the gate in this early on the card affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

The field is lacking in speed as only two forwardly placed types will step forward and may battle for the wire. Most have only raced a couple times indicating that all will show some improvement. Speed numbers are fairly close which makes this race highly competitive. Our task is to weave together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket. It should be a fantastic race.

#6 Scent of Success (Arrieta / Robertson) might do well in among this group. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This gal will be stretching out while displaying her tracking capability. A daughter of Not This Time, she looks to improve her 50% in the money record over the Turf. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#11 Mpemba (Loveberry / Kenneally) will challenge as one of the two that have shown a forwardly placed type running style. This gal holds the second highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. She will be stretching out to the distance. A daughter of Frosted, she is another that has hit the board once in her two career starts.

#4 Katie M'Lady (Felix / Boyce) might go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number and one solid workout. She is fixed to improve upon her second place finish in her first and only race to date. A daughter of Dominus, she could take them all form start to finish with a good start.

#12 Joan's Way (Taveras / C. Silva) should contend with the fourth highest last out speed number. She will be making her third career start after hitting the board in her last. This gal has shown sound closing capability in both of those starts. A daughter of Cairo Prince, this will be her first Turf start.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#6 Scent of Success  +  #11 Mpemba  +  #4 Katie M'Lady  +  #12 Joan's Way.

Stakes Saturday Results

Keeneland R8.  Fayette Stakes--G2.  Our first pick, Captivating Moon, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Mr. Freeze, won (1st) for place money of $1.70 and show money of $2.40.  Our third pick, Title Ready, finished 3rd for show money of $1.70.

We missed on our $1 Saturday Exacta Wheel play. Superfecta went 6-10-5-1.

Bankroll slips to its lowest level in years settling at $11.92.

Stakes Saturday at Keeneland

We look in on that magnificent track in Lexington, Kentucky, for a great route stakes race.

Keeneland Race 8 {Fayette Stakes~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A quality field of nine will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  TimeFormUs

There are a number of forwardly placed types that could turn the pace up at bit from the get-go. Speed numbers among this group are very close making it a competitive event. Only one millionaire makes an appearance in this quality field. Four will be stretching out to this distance for the first time. It should be one of the most exciting races on the day.

#2 Captivating Moon (Leparoux / Block) appears to be in fine form with the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. This guy has hit the board once at this distance in his two tries. He should benefit from a quick pace with his tracking style. A son of Malibu Moon, he is 70% in the money from twenty-four career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Mr. Freeze (Castellano / Romans) should go off as the favorite with the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. He also holds the highest speed number at the distance among this group. Look for him to be part of the forwardly placed crew. A son of To Honor and Serve, he is 73% in the money from fifteen career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW

#5 Title Ready (Lanerie / D. Stewart) is another that looks to be in good form as he stretches out to this distance. He has posted the second highest last out speed number and three fluid peaking workouts. This guy will be tracking the pace. A son of More Than Ready, he is 61% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

$1 SHOW.

#10 Aurelius Maximus (Santana / Asmussen) will be stretching out to this distance with three good last out speed numbers and two stout workouts. This guy is another that will be part of the forwardly placed pack. He comes into this race off two wins in a row. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Captivating Moon  ///  #6 Mr. Freeze,  #5 Title Ready,  #10 Aurelius Maximus.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Captivating Moon  +  #6 Mr. Freeze  +  #5 Title Ready  +  #10 Aurelius Maximus.

Last Superfecta Sunday (10/4) Results

Belmont Park R7.  Miss Grillo Stakes--G2.  We scuttled our 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket due to the scratch of the Tapit filly, Lovestruck.  Superfecta went 8-4-9-3.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Plum Ali, won (1st) for show money of $1.05.

Bankroll gains a nickel to settle at $21.52.

A Sprinty Superfecta Sunday

On this Superfecta Sunday, we take in a Stakes sprint on the final day of the Fall meet at fabulous Belmont Park.

Belmont Park Race 5 {Pumpkin Pie Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A nice group of six gals will go to the gate in this annual affair. There is speed which should produce a fast pace. Speed figs are all fairly close with the possible exception of the favorite, Stonetastic. Three scratches have reduced the field hurting our chances for a nice pay-out. Nonetheless we will make the effort to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#6 Stonetastic (P. Lopez / K. Breen) may just wire this field with the second highest last out speed number and one hearty workout. He holds the highest speed number, a triple digit, at this distance coupled with a 100% in the money record from six starts at same. No question, he is the one to beat.

#1 Momameamaria (Franco / Cannizzo) should give chase with the highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and one quality workout. This gal loves the Belmont track and should position herself right off the leader. She should take another step forward at this distance. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$5 SHOW.

#5Saharan (L. Saez / Jerkens) should contend with a couple of decent last out speed figs and three superb peaking workouts. Should the pace overheat she will be right there from a tracking position. She has already notched a win over the Belmont track in her only attempt.

#8 Let's Parlay (Lezcano / G. Sacco) should be in the mix with her excellent form. She holds the third highest last out speed number, a five race progression, and two stout workouts. Expect her to take up a tracking position and strike in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Stonetastic  +  #1 Momameamaria  +  #5 Saharan  +  #8 Let's Parlay.

Stakes Saturday Results

Keenland R9. Fayette Stakes--G2.  Our first pick, Chocopologie, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Kasaqui [ARG], finished 8th (last).  Our third pick, Divining Rod, finished 2nd for show money of $1.60.

Superfecta went 2-8-1-4.

Bankroll drops a fistful of dollars to $179.27.

Stakes Saturday at Glorious Keeneland

We celebrate our Stakes Saturday by taking in a graded stakes route as the Keeneland meet comes to a close.

Keeneland Race 9 {Fayette~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A great group of skilled horses will go to the gate in this annual graded stakes route. There is enough speed to potentially bring some heat to the pace. Speed numbers are reasonably close which will make a competitive event. There are a couple of millionaires in the race adding some luster to the event. It should be a very exciting race.

#5 Chocopologie (C. Hernandez / Devereaux) might have the edge with a furious pace. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one solid workout. This lad is 100% in the money from ten starts. This son of Candy Ride [ARG] should be tracking the pace ready to strike.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Kasaqui [ARG] (Albarado / Correas) will be switching from turf to dirt. He holds the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two stout workouts. A son of Lasting Approval, he is another that should be tracking the pace ready to move swiftly into the stretch.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#8 Divining Rod (Geroux / Delacour) will be stretching out seeking further improvement. He shows a couple of good last out performances capturing the win in each. This guy has put in three sound workouts prepping for this race. A son of Tapit, he could be forwardly placed hoping to get first jump going into the stretch.

$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#6 Prayer for Relief (Lanerie / Romans) comes in after an extended layoff. Prior to that he was seen racing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. He does hold the second highest speed fig at the distance. A millionaire, he has put in four sensational workouts in preparation for his return to racing. This son of Jump Start should track and close gallantly.

10 CENT Superfecta

#5 Chocopologie  /  #3 Kasaqui [ARG]  /  #8 Divining Rod  /  #6 Prayer for Relief.

Last Superfecta Sunday (10/23) Results

Belmont Park R8.  Athenia--G3.  We only captured two of the required four in our 10 CENT Superfecta Box effort. Superfecta went 3-10-7-1.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Mexican Gold, finished 3rd for show money of $7.40.

Bankroll gains a buck to settle at $187.77.

A Superfecta Belmont Sunday

It is Superfecta Sunday already. Today we take in a lively stakes route in New York, New York.

Belmont Park Race 9 {Turn Back the Alarm~G3~1 1/16 mile~3 year old Up~Fillies/mares~Graded Stakes}
A very fine group of eight fillies and mares will step onto the track for this graded feature race. There is enough speed to keep a flowing pace. These gals all have closely matched speed figures which should make for a contentious race. Our task is to sew together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket.

#1 Tapits World (J. Ortiz / Nevin) seems to have the most upside potential  with the highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four marvelous peaking workouts during a brief layoff period. She should be close to the pace ready to strike in the stretch. She is our Bronze Horseshoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#8 Catch My Drift (J. Velazquez / C. Brown) could surprise with the fourth highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stout workouts during a brief freshening. She has been victorious three times from three starts at this distance. Count on her to track and close vigorously.

#6 Endless Chatter (Rosario / C. Brown) should challenge with the second highest last out speed number at a longer route and two mighty strong workouts. She should be forwardly placed seeking to pounce on the leaders in the stretch. This gal in 90% in the money from ten starts.

#5 Teen Pauline (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) could lead from start to finish. She shares the highest last out speed number, albeit prior to a lengthy layoff. This gal has put in four sound peaking workouts in preparation for this race. She is one of may in here that is tough at this distance.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Tapits World  +  #8 Catch My Drift  +  #6 Endless Chatter  +  #5 Teen Pauline.



Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Fayette--G2.  Our first pick, Long River, finished 3rd for show money of $4.50. Our second pick, Departing, finished 2nd for place money of $1.70 and show money of $2.60.  Our third pick, Stephanoatsee, finished 8th (last).
Superfecta went 1-2-7-8.
Bankroll slips to $14.29.

Stakes Saturday at Lovely Keeneland

On this Stakes Saturday we take in a good route race over the Kentucky dirt.

Keeneland Race 9 {Fayette~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~graded Stakes}
A nice field of eight will hit the dirt in this annual graded stakes race. There will be pace so it could be anybody's race. All of these in here have had moments of triumph and all are decent form. The horse that is fully prepped to race on this day should come out ahead.

#7 Long River (Napravnik / McLaughlin) could have the advantage with the highest last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and one solid workout. This son of A.P. Indy should track the pace and launch into the stretch. He shows the highest speed number at the distance as well.
$1 WIN  / $2 PLACE  /  #3 SHOW.

#2 Departing (Albarado / Stall) should challenge with the second highest speed number, a two race progression, and two diligent workouts. This son of War Front is one that could be tracking and ready to close mightily. He holds the second highest speed number at the distance.
$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Sephanoatsee (Leparoux / Zito) will contend with the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and two robust workouts. This other son of A.P. Indy is another closing type seeking an honest pace. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance. 
$1 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#8 Code West (Bridgmohan / Caster) could surprise with a couple of good last out speed numbers and three superb workouts. This son of Lemon Drop Kid is coming off a brief freshening and should be forwardly place to get first jump on the field.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Long River  /  #2 Departing  /  #3 Stephanoatsee  /  #8 Code West.



Friday's Results
Laurel Park R8.  Our first pick, Christmas Barn, finished 5th.  Our second pick, One Massive Cat, finished 2nd for show money of $3.20.
Superfecta went 8-4-7-1.
Bankroll dips a couple of bucks to $5.59.
We will supplement our bankroll with a Hamilton.

Back to Woodbine for Superfecta Sunday

We go North for some exciting Turf racing on this Superfecta Sunday.   Oh Canada, the horses, the horses are calling....

Woodbine Race 10 {Canadian International~G1~1 1/2 mile~TURF~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A magnificent field of eleven will go to the green in this annual high level contest.  There is some speed and forwardly placed types to keep the pace singing.  This is a highly competitive field with anyone of these horses capable of getting to the winners circle.  Once again we shall attempt to put together a triumphant 20 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#11 Slumber [GB] (M. Smith / Mott) has a slight edge with the highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two superb peaking workouts.  This will be his third race of the year.  He has the ability to stay close to the pace and sleek through the pack in the stretch run. This guy is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.
$4 SHOW.

#5 Joshua Tree [IRE] (Moore / Dunlop) loves this course.  He was last seen racing in France and secured a very good Racing Post rating.  By default he may lead this group through steady fractions and explode in the stretch gaining another victory at this event.  The well traveled veteran is 100% in the money at Woodbine over three starts.

#8 Forte Dei Marmi [GB] (Da Silva / Attfield) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers and four sensational peaking workouts.  This guy holds the second highest speed number at the distance as well as the second highest over the Woodbine Turf.  He will be tracking and closing swiftly.

#9 Seismos [IRE]  (Atzani / Wohler) could be the surprise bringing some very good running from France.  His last out was a marathon two and a half mile distance.  He sports a 60% in the money record at the distance in ten starts.  The lad has some tactical speed which should be could be used to great advantage among this pack.

20 CENT Superfecta Box ($4.80)

#11 Slumber [GB]  +  #5 Joshua Tree [IRE]  +  #8 Forte Dei Marmi [GB]  +  #9 Seismos [IRE].



Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Fayette--G2.  Our first pick, Wilcox Inn, finished 10th (last).  Our second pick, Nikki's Sandcastle, won (1st) for place money of $5.90 and show money of $6.80.  Our third pick, Set the Sail, finished 9th.
Superfecta went 4-9-2-6.
Bankroll edges up a few bucks to $115.08.

Stakes Saturday at Keeneland

We roll into Stakes Saturday to take a look at a terrific graded stakes route at Keeneland.

Keeneland Race 9 [Fayette~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A great group of nine will take to the polytrack in this feature graded stakes race.  There is enough speed in her to keep the pace honest.  Interestingly, only four have raced over the Keeneland poly.  All have comparable speed numbers which should make this a smashing contest.

#7 Wilcox Inn (Graham / Stidham) looks primed to take on this talented field with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and two serious peaking workouts.  This son of Harlan's Holiday likes to come from off the pace and takes nicely to synthetic surfaces.  Everything may go his way.
$1 WIN / $2 PLACE / $3 SHOW.

#4 Nikki's Sandcastle (Goncalves / Kassen) should challenge with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, the highest speed number at the distance, a two race progression, and four fierce peaking workouts.  This handsome son of Castiedale [IRE] should track the pace closely over a surface he relishes.
$1 PLACE / $2 SHOW.

#3 Set the Sail (Bridgmohan / Lopresti) will contend with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  He appears to be a turf specialist, but his works over the Keeneland poly have been very good.  A son of Mizzen Mast, he has supreme tactical speed that will allow him to stay close as the pace develops.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Lea (Hernandez / Stall) appears ready to put his versatile running style to good use with the third highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three hearty workouts.  A son of First Samurai, he should get this distance well.  Additionally, he has the best overall in the money record, posting 88% in nine starts.

#1 Villandry (Castanon / Lopresti) should be in the mix with the fourth highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts.  This guy enjoys the poly surface and should be charging hard in the stretch.

10 CENT Superfecta

#7 Wilcox Inn / #4 Nikki's Sandcastle / #3 Set the Sail / #8 Lea, #1 Villandry.



Friday's Results
Delta Downs R8.  My Trusty Cat Stakes.  Our first pick, Ima Three Blinger, finished 2nd for show money of $10.40.  Our second pick, Lady Grantham, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 4-6-7-1.
Bankroll jumps to $112.58.

Superfecta Sunday at Churchill Downs

As Churchill Downs opens up for its Fall meet, we look at a great stakes race for the youngsters to satisfy our 10 CENTSuperfecta yearning.

Churchill Downs Race 8 {Pocahontas~G2~1 mile~2 year old~Fillies~Stakes}
An extremely talented field of eight will make the start in this annual stakes race for the young gals.  This is a group of high octane speedsters, so the race could open up for one sitting off the pace, but close up.  It should be an exciting race.  Let's give it a try in an attempt to group a winning 10 CENT Superfecta Box ticket.

#7 Cloudy Vow (Bridgmohan / Hamm) looks like she will rise to the occasion with the fourth highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer route, a two race progression, and three superb workouts.  She will be making the switch from synthetic to dirt.  This gal is our Bronze Horsehoe runner.
$2 SHOW.

#4 Danalake (Leparoux / Pletcher) will challenge with her tactical speed.  She has produced the third highest last out speed number at a longer dirt route, a two race progression, and two sturdy workouts. 

#6 Sign (Napravnik / Stall) will be stretching out in distance in her second career start.  She is coming off a sixty day freshening.  This gal has the highest last out speed number and has put in four striking, peaking workouts.  With a pressing attack, she appears ready to move forward.

#1 Seasoned Warrior (Rosario / Mott) should be in the mix as she too stretches out from a sprint to a route.  She holds the second highest speed number over the surface and has put in two strong workouts.  A pressing / tracking running style should benefit her.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Cloudy Vow  +  #4 Danalake  +  #6 Sign  +  #1 Seasoned Warrior.



Stakes Saturday Results
Keeneland R9.  Fayette--G2.  Our first pick, Middie, finished 5th.  Our second pick, Nikki's Sandcastle, finished 2nd for place money of $4.10 and show money of $2.70.  Our third pick, Salto [IRE], finished 4th.
Superfecta went 4-3-5-6.
Bankroll rises a few cents to $7.21.

Stakes Saturday at Keeneland

As we await the Breeder's Cup Championships next weekend we turn to closing day at beautiful Keeneland for our Stakes Saturday handicapping.

Keeneland Race 9 {Fayette~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year old Up~Stakes}
A talented field of eleven will venture onto the Polytrack for this annual stakes feature.  The race comes up a little light on speed which may benefit the front running types.  A very close group on speed numbers alone, makes this one a very good wagering race.

#8 Middie (Court / P. Oliver) has the ability to best this field with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and one strong workout over the Keeneland polytrack.  This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance to go along with two victories at same.  He could track the pacesetters and make his move into the turn.
$1 WIN / $2 SHOW.

#3 Nikki's Sandcastle (Goncalves / Kassen) will be a strong challenger with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three sturdy workouts over the Keeneland surface.  He should take on a tracking role and swoop into the battle around the turn.
$1 PLACE / $1 SHOW.

#6 Salto [IRE] (Napravnik / Pletcher) will also challenge with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two stout workouts over the Keeneland poly.  He is another that should track the pace and strike in the stretch.
$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Golden Yank (Bridgmohan / Thomas) should enjoin the battle sharing the third highest last out speed number and holding a three race progression.  He has the second highest speed number at the distance and has done well over the synthetic surface.  Look for him to close should the pace heat up.

#2 Photo Shoot (Spieth / Cheeks) could be the surprise in this one with an incredible 88% in the money record on synthetic tracks over nine starts.  He ran decently in his last out finishing 4th in a Keeneland allowance race and has put in two solid workouts over the track.  Another who could potentially track and close well.

10 CENT Superfecta

#8 Middie / #3 Nikki's Sandcastle / #6 Salto [IRE] / #7 Golden Yank, #2 Photo Shoot.



Friday's Results
Keeneland R7.  Allowance.  Our first pick, Trend, finished 2nd for show money of $1.20.  Our second pick, Tiz Sardonic Joe, finished 3rd for show money of $1.50.  Our third pick, Cyber Secret, finished 4th.
Superfecta went 6-5-7-2.
Bankroll slides to $6.61.