Synthetic Championships on Superfecta Sunday

 We go to the Tapeta in Kentucky on this Superfecta Sunday.

Turfway Park Race 6 {My Charmer Stakes~1 mile~Synthetic~3 year-old Up~Fillies / Mares~Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the Tapeta in this Synthetic Championships event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in the race to keep an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close though only two have hit a triple digit figure in their last three races. Only two have competed over the Turfway track. All but one have raced over synthetic tracks at other venues. It should be a fine race to wager and watch.

#2 Caitlinhergrtness (Prat / K. Attard) is the morning line favorite. She holds the second highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. This gal comes down from Woodbine. She should track the pace closely. A daughter of Omaha Beach, she is 68% in the money from sixteen starts. 

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#4 Queens Command [IRE] (Munger / Drexler) also comes down from Woodbine. She holds the third highest last out speed number at a longer route and two solid workouts. This gal should track the pace and position for the stretch. A daughter of War Command, she is 35% in the money from seventeen starts.

#7 Vina Arana [IRE] (Beschizza / Sisterson) has hit the board in all four of her races at this distance. She comes in with the highest last out speed number. Look for her to track and close into a strong pace. A daughter of Make Believe [IRE], she is 57% in the money from seven starts.

#3 Literate (I. Ortiz / B. Cox) is another tracker that loves the Tapeta and the distance. She comes into the race with a decent last out speed number and one sound workout. This gal exits a grade three at Churchill Downs. A daughter of Oscar Performance, she is 50% in the money from eighteen starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Nanabush [ARG] (Carrasco / De Paz) should be the speed as she makes the switch from Turf to Tapeta. She has hit the board in all nine of her runs at this distance. This girl exits a longer route at Keeneland and has put in two stout workouts in the last thirty days. A daughter of Il Campione [CHI], she is 79% in the money from nineteen starts.

#9 She's Lookin Lucky (L. Machado / Shirer) holds the fourth highest last out speed number at a longer route and one dynamite workout. This gal has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. She loves this distance. A daughter of Lookin at Lucky, she is 63% in the money from twenty-two starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Caitlinhergrtness  +  #4 Queens Command [IRE]  +  #7 Vina Arana [IRE]  +  #3 Literate.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#2 Caitlinhergrtness  /  #4 Queens Command [IRE],  #7 Vina Arana [IRE]  /  #4,  #7,  #3 Literate,  #5 Nanabush [ARG],  #9 Shes Lookin Lucky  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!!

Superfecta Sunday in Kentucky

 In a rare instance we get to take in the action at Turfway on this Superfecta Sunday.

Turfway Park Race 9 {1 mile~All Weather~4 year-old Up~Claiming}

A reduced field of eleven will go to the gate in the penultimate race on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

An intriguing field will battle over the Tapeta. There is plenty of speedsters and forwardly placed types to create a very fast pace. Only a couple will be trying the Tapeta for the first time. One of those will be the only one stretching out to this distance. It should be a very good race on a great day of racing.

#5 Copper Missile (Machado / Sims) is the deserved morning line favorite. He holds the second highest last out speed number and one bullet workout. He has hit the board in all four of his starts at this distance. Expect him to track and close into a fast pace. A son of Copper Bullet, he is 36% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Memphis Pharoah (G. Saez / Waltz) comes in with the highest last out speed number and one solid workout. He could be the speed of the field. This guy relishes the Tapeta, distance, and track. A son of American Pharoah, he is 27% in the money from eleven starts.

#3 Anglican (Sanjur / Contreras) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This guy has improved his speed figs in each of his last three starts. Look for him to track and close into a swift pace. A son of English Channel, he is 42% in the money from seven starts.

#10 Publius (Ramos / Foster) has doubled up on his speed fig in the last two races. He is another tracker/closer looking for a strong pace. This guy is well prepped with two hearty peaking workouts. A son of Constitution, he is 55% in the money from nine starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Atlantic Dancer (Moncada / J. Cook) drops in with a decent speed fig at a longer route. This guy will be closing into a solid pace. He will be making the surface switch from dirt to Tapeta. Another son of American Pharoah, he is 40% in the money from twenty starts.

#8 Bebedouro (Ashton / Tomlinson) will also be trying the Tapeta surface for the first time and stretching out to the mile distance. He is another that has repeated on his two last speed figs. This lad has put in three robust workouts in the last thirty days. A son of Fed Biz, he is 25% in the money from eight starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Copper Missile  +  #9 Memphis Pharoah  +  #3 Anglican  +  #10 Publius.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($6.40)

#5 Copper Missile  /  #9 Memphis Pharoah,  #3 Anglican  /  #9,  #3,  #10 Publius,  #6 Atlantic Dancer,  #8 Bebedouro  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday tickets!!!

 

Stakes Saturday on the Synthetic

 We go to the Turfway Tapeta on this Stakes Saturday.

Turfway Park Race 6 {Queen Stakes~6 Furlongs~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A full field of twelve will go to the gate in one of the very few Stakes races across the country.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race has plenty of speed to develop a sizzling pace. Speed figs are very close among these well-bred ladies. Only two have yet to race over the Turfway Tapeta. Only one has yet to go this distance. It should be a smashingly good race in which any of these gals could find their way to the winner's circle.

#9 Ravella (Corrales / Morey) will be dropping in distance slightly to run this distance for the first time. She holds a very good last out speed number and two solid workouts. This gal will track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. She is a lover of the Turfway track. A daughter of Liam's Map, she is 80% in the money from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#12 Honey Pants (Machado / Thomas) comes in from California ready for battle. She holds the highest last out speed number and three strong workouts. This mare relishes the distance. Look for her to track and go. A daughter of Cairo Prince, she is 63% in the money from twenty-two starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Princess Adaleigh (Cedillo / D'Amato) is another coming in from sunny Southern California. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two fine workouts. This gal will show speed. She loves the surface and distance. A daughter of Goldencents, she is 88% in the money from nine starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 B G Warrior (A. Jimenez / Andrade) is another speed demon holding the second highest last out speed number and two sound peaking workouts. She has strong inclinations toward the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Run Away and Hide, she is 57% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#11 Current Climate (Achard / Foster) has the tactical speed to follow the pace. She holds the fourth highest lsat out speed number and one decent workout. This lady will be seeking her third win in a row. A daughter of Raison d'Etat, she is 65% in the money from twenty-three starts.

#7 Victorious (Concepcion / McCarthy) is another seeking her third win in a row. She has progressively increased her speed figs in her last three races. Three hearty peaking workouts add to her luster. She is another speedy type that will battle on the front-end. A daughter of Into Mischief, she holds a win rate of 66% from three starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9 Ravella  //  #12 Honey Pants,  #8 Princess Adaleigh,  #6 B G Warrior,  #11 Current Climate,  #7 Victorious.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#12,  #8,  #6,  #11,  #7  // #9 Ravella.

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

A Synthetic Stakes Saturday

 We go to the great State of Kentucky for some evening Stakes action over the Tapeta surface at Turfway Park.

Turfway Park Race 7 {Prairie Bayou Stakes~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A solid group of ten will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to keep this pace rolling. Speed numbers are extremely close. Only two have yet to race over the Turfway Tapeta. Both will be switching from Turf to synthetic. All have raced at this distance. It should be a great race under the lights.

#8 Kitodan (Achard / Foster) is dropping in distance with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number. He loves the surface, distance, and track. Look for him to close into a speedy pace. A son of Point of Entry, he is 50% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  #5 SHOW.

#2 Ocean Atlantique (Machado / Maker) will challenge with the second highest last out speed number and four powerful workouts. He has the tactical speed to stay the course no matter what pace develops. A son of American Pharoah, he is 46% in the money from twenty-eight starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Cellist (M. Garcia / Arnold) is another dropping in distance combined with three strong workouts. He shares the third highest last out speed number. This guy is another with tactical speed. A son of Big Blue Kitten, he is 61% in the money from eighteen starts. 

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Wolfies Dynaghost (Conner / Thomas) will show speed with the highest last out speed number and two superb workouts. A son of Ghostzapper, he is 66% in the money from twenty-four starts. The deserved favorite.

#5 Hush of Storm (Corrales / Morey) is 100% itm over the Turfway Tapeta. Look for him to track the pace closely. A son of Creative Cause, he is 61% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#3 Temple (Concepcion / Maker) will go from Turf to Tapeta. He drops in distance with four serious workouts. This guy loves the distance. A son of Temple City, he is 58% in the money from forty-one starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Kitodan  //  #2 Ocean Atlantique,  #9 Cellist,  #7 Wolfies Dynaghost,  #5 Hush of a Storm,  #3 Temple.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #9,  #7,  #5,  #3  //  #8 Kitodan.

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

Stakes Saturday at Turfway

 We look in on Turfway's opening weekend for some good stakes action.

Turfway Park Race 6 {Holiday Inaugural Stakes~6 furlongs~Synthetic~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A strong field of twelve will enter the gate in this fantastic Stakes race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Half the field will race on the Turfway taperta for the first time. There is a plethora of speed and forwardly placed types. Speed figs are very close making it a competitive contest. Those gals that have raced over the Turfway track have been quite successful. Only two in the field have yet to travel this precise distance. It should be a fantastic evening of racing in Kentucky.

#4 Marissa's Lady (Bejarano / Morey) is the deserved morning line favorite with second highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She will be part of the speed scenario. This gal loves the surface. distance, and track. A daughter of Violence, she is 77% in the money from thirteen starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Quaria Comet (Talamo / Lobo) will drop slightly in distance with four superb workouts. She has the tactical speed to feel out the pace. This filly absolutely loves the surface, distance, and track showing a 100% in the money record at all three. A daughter of Shackelford, she is 72% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Jill Jitterbug (De La Cruz / R. Walsh) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and one sound workout. She will track the pace and strike in the stretch. Another that relishes the surface, distance, and track. A daughter of Cross Traffic, she is 66% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Baby No Worries (W. Rodriguez / Girten) won her last race at Presque Isle Downs over the same surface and has put in three fine workouts. This gal will be closing diligently in the closing strides. A daughter of Mr. Speaker, she is 57% in the money from nineteen starts. 

#12 Secret Money (Cannon / B. Walsh) will be making the switch from Turf to synthetic. She will also drop in distance and has strung togehter two smashing workouts. Look for her to track the pace. A daughter of Good Samaritan, she is 57% in the money from seven starts.

#7 Arties Princess (Conner / SA Joseph) has the tactical speed to hang with the pace and make her move. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two excellent workouts. This gal comes down from Woodbine. A daughter of We Miss Artie, she is 44% in the money from eighteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Marissa's Lady  //  #2 Quaria Comet,  #9 Jill Jitterbug,  #5 Baby No Worries,  #12 Secret Money,  #7 Artie's Princess.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #9,  #5,  #12,  #7  //  #4 Marissa's Lady.

Turfway has been offering some of the best 10 CENT Superfecta payouts. Best of luck to you with all your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

   

Back to Turfway for Superfecta Sunday

 On this fine Superfecta Sunday we look in on a wonderful stakes race over the Tapeta down Kentucky way.

Turfway Park Race 7 {My Charmer Stakes~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A talented field of twelve will go to the gate in this featured race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race to give a quick pace. Speed numbers are fairly close giving it a nice competitive feel.  Only four have competed over the Turfway oval. A couple will switch from Turf to Tapeta, while one will make the transition from dirt to Tapeta. All have trained will for the event. It should be a fantastic race.

#5 Grand Ave Girl (Machado / McPeek) could be the controlling speed attemting to wire this field. She holds the second highest last out speed number and three tremendous workouts. This gal loves the surface and distance. A daughter of Runhappy, she is 83% in the money from twelve career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Burning Ambition (C. Landeros / B. Cox) will be making the switch from Turf to Tapeta. She holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. She has the tactical speed to stay with the pace from the get-go. A daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 100% from eight career starts.

#10 Heavenly Hellos (A Lezcano / R. Hernandez) is coming out of a graded stakes race seeking to improve. She has secured a win over the Turfway track. Look for her to track and close gracefully into the stretch. A daughter of Overanalyze, she is 38% in the money from thirteen career starts.

#1 Kates Kingdom (Gilligan / Walden) is another dropping in from a graded stakes race over the Tapeta up at Woodbine. She holds the highest last out speed number and four strong workouts. This gal will be closing swiftly into a speedy pace. A daughter of Animal Kingdom, she is 66% in the money from eighteen careers starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Champaign Lady (Esquivel / Desormeaux) should be forwardly placed with the fourth highest speed number at the distance. Another daughter of Uncle Mo, she is 60% in the money from ten career starts.

#11 Chardonnay (Cannon / Stidham) is another forwardly placed type with two hearty workouts including a bullet. A daughter of Candy Ride [ARG], she is 53% in the money from thirteen career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Grand Ave Girl  +  #6 Burning Ambition  +  #10 Heavenly Hellos  +  #1 Kates Kingdom.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#5 Grand Ave Girl  /  #6 Burning Ambition,  #10 Heavenly Hellos  /  #6, #10,  #1 Kates Kingdom,  #7 Champaign Lady,  #11 Chardonnay  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you on all your Superfecta wagers on this Superfecta Sunday!!!

 

Stakes Saturday at Turfway

 Heading into the winter season there is one Track that usually has bountiful fields. Turfway Park is our virtual destination on this Stakes Saturday as we view a large field in a Stakes sprint.

Turfway Park Race 7 {Holiday Inaugural Stakes~6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies and Mares~Stakes}

A fine field of twelve will strut to the gate in this sprint over the Tapeta surface.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed in this race. Speed numbers are very close reflecting a competitive race. Only three have not raced over the synthetic contrasting that with only four that have raced at Turfway. Pedigrees suggest that all will like the surface. It should be a great race to wager and watch.

#2 Dynasty of her Own (McKee / Beatie) comes in from Presque Isle Downs where she won her last at the same distance. Throw in two strong workouts in the last thirty days and she should race well enough for a victory. This gal relishes the surface and the distance. Look for her to battle convincingly in the front pack. A daughter of Shanghai Bobby, she is 63% in the money from twenty-seven career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Ready to Venture [GB] (Corrales / Stidham) also comes in from Presque Isle with the third highest last out speed number at a route and three solid workouts. She should track the pace closely. A daughter of Kingman [GB], she is 68% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Miner's Queen (Sanjur / R. Hernandez) makes the switch from Turf to Synthetic and should enjoy it. She holds the highest last out speed number earning a win at Keeneland over the Turf. A couple of good workouts add to her cache. Look for her to track the pace as well. A daughter of Bernardini, she is 41% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Fire On Time (Talamo / Romans) comes in with three wins in a row. She switches from dirt to synthetic, but should like the new surface. A daughter of Not This Time, she is 100% in the money from seven career starts.

#4 Thundering Creed (Rocco / Tomlinson) holds the second highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. She will close into a hot pace. A daughter of Jimmy Creed, she is 53% in the money from fifteen career starts.

#6 Ambassador Luna (Machado / Colebrook) has win at Turfway and is rounding into great form noted by her successive improvement in speed numbers. A daughter of Brethren, she is 46% in the money from twenty-six career starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#2 Dynasty of her Own  //  #9 Ready to Venture [GB],  #7 Miner's Queen,  #10 Fire On Time,  #4 Thundering Creed, #6 Ambassador Luna.

Reverse the Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #7,  #10,  #4,  #6  //  #2 Dynasty of her Own.

Enjoy and great day of racing. May all your tickets cash!!!  

Kentucky Derby Prep Saturday

 Three great Kentucky Derby preps are on the docket for today. We will look at the one down in Kentucky.

Turfway Park Race 12 {Jeff Ruby Steaks Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A field of twelve will go to the gate in search of Kentucky Derby points.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed and forwardly placed types to maintain a strong pace. All but three will stretch out to this distance. Seven will race over the Tapeta surface for the first time. Speed numbers are fairly close making it a competitive event. With derby points on the line, the top two finishers should get a spot in gate on the first Saturday in May. It should be an excellent race.

#7 Tiz the Bomb (B. Hernandez / McPeek) will stretch out with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two sensational works. This guy should track and close swiftly coming into the stretch. He holds the highest number of wins among this field, with four. A son of Hit It a Bomb, he is 72% in the money from seven career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Stolen Base (Corrales / Maker) is another that will stretch out sharing the second highest last out speed number and three hearty workouts. This lad will also track and close coming into the stretch. A son of Bodemeister, he is 72% in the money from seven career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Constitution Lawyer (Samuel / Handal) will race over the Tapeta for the first time with the highest speed number at the distance and three rugged workouts. He should be part of the pace scenario. A son of Constitution, he is 50% in the money from four career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Red Run (Talamo / Asmussen) is another that will try the Tapeta for the first time. He comes in from a Houston Race Park turf race where he earned the highest last out speed number. Four strong peaking workouts adds some luster. Look for him to take up a tracking position ready to strike. A son of famed Gun Runner, he is 50% in the money from six career starts.

#5 Tawny Port (M. Franco / B. Cox) has already competed at this distance. He comes into this race with three last out good speed figs and four powerful workouts. Yet another tracker/closer in this field. A son of Pioneer of the Nile, he holds a 66% win record from three career starts.

#9 Dowagiac Chief (Graham / Amoss) comes up from the Fair Grounds with the third highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. This guy will also be part of the pace scenario. A son of Cairo Prince, he is 37% in the money from eight career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Tiz the Bomb  //  #2 Stolen Base,  #11 Constitutional Lawyer,  #8 Red Run,  #5 Tawny Port,  #9 Dowagiac Chief.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#7 Tiz the Bomb  +  #2 Stolen Base  +  #11 Constitutional Lawyer  +  #8 Red Run.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($3.60)

#7 Tiz the Bomb  /  #2 Stolen Base  /  #11 Constitutional Lawyer,  #8 Red Run,  #5 Tawny Port,  #9 Dowagiac Chief  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Turfway Park wagers and any other track wagers you make on this fantastic Stakes Saturday!!!

A Little Evening Stakes Action

 Off we go for the Tapeta down at Turfway for a little stakes action.

Turfway Park Race 6 {Turfway Prevue Stakes~6 1/2 furlongs~3 year-old~Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will go to the gate in this competitive stakes contest. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to put these fellas on a real tear. Speed numbers are fairly close. Three have never raced over synthetic, but might have the pedigree to get over it nicely. It should be a very nice race.

#2 Nobals (Corrales / Rivelli) should be the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two hearty workouts. This guy is 100% in the money from three starts over the surface. Look for him to track the pace very closely ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Noble Mission [GB], he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Vidal (Machado / Ennis) looks ready to make the surface switch with four superb peaking workouts. This lad will show speed from gate opening. He has hit the board in two of his last three starts. A son of Midshipman, he is 40% in the money from five career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Trikitraki (Leon / Zerpa) will challenge coming off two wins in a row down at Gulfstream Park. He should be forwardly placed in the thick of the battle on the front end. A son of Maclean's Music, he holds a 100% win rate from two career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#3 Private Road (S. Gonzalez / Spicer) ran a respectable speed number last out here at Turfway earning the fourth highest last out speed number. He should track the pace closely. A son of More Than Ready, he is 50% in the money from four career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#2 Nobals  //  #9 Vidal,  #4Trikitraki,  #3 Private Road.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Nobals  +  #9 Vidal  +  #4 Trikitraki  +  #3 Private Road.

Have a fine evening of racing...... 

Superfecta Sunday in Kentucky

 On this Superfecta Sunday we go to that great little track in Kentucky, Turfway Park.

Turfway Park Race 7 {1 1/16 mile~Tapeta~3 year-old Up~Allowance Optional Claiming}

A flush field of twelve will hit the synth in this penultimate race on today's card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed and forwardly placed types to warrant an honest pace. Speed figs are very close among this group. Only three will attempt the synthetic for the first time. It should be a fantastic race to wager and watch.

#4 Tiesto (C. Landeros / J. Carroll) comes in off a longer route up at Woodbine. He holds the highest last out speed number and one diligent workout, Look for him to amongst the tracking herd. This lad thrives at this distance. A son of Tiznow, he is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Bless the Kitten (A. Jimenez / Grubbs) comes in off a longer route at Churchill Downs, however he is 100% in the money over the synthetic from six starts. Additionally he holds three wins from five starts at the distance. He should be forwardly placed battling for position. A son of Kitten's Joy, he is 59% in the money from twenty-two career starts.

#10 Fly Nightly (Emigh / Vandenberg) comes out of a Turf race up at Hawthorne Race Course finishing third there. This gelding holds the highest speed number at the distance and over the synthetic, albeit Polytrack. Look for him to be close to the pace. A son of The Factor, he is 65% in the money from twenty-three career starts.

#1 Prince Maior (Machado / Lobo) comes in out of a Turf race at Mountaineer where he was victorious. He has the tactical speed to fit the pace that develops. He has hit the board in his only attempt over this surface at Turfway. A son of Data Link, he is 66% in the money from nine career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Tiesto  +  #3 Bless the Kitten  +  #10 Fly Nightly  +  #1 Prince Maior.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($2.70)

#4 Tiesto  /  #3 Bless the Kitten  /  #10 Fly Nightly,  #1 Prince Maior, #11 Moonshine Now (McKee / Vaughn)  /  ALL.

May Most of your tickets cash today!!!

Stakes Saturday at Magnificent Keeneland

 With the Kentucky Derby only twenty-eight days away we take in one of the influential preps on the road to KD 147.

Keeneland Race 11 {Toyota Bluegrass~G2~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A fantastic field of nine will enter the gate in search of Derby points.

Past Performances used:  DRF Classic.

Of this field, seven have accumulated some derby points, but only one, Essential Quality, may already have enough to get himself into the gate on the first Saturday in May. He will be the odds on favorite. Only two in this field have gone this distance. The aforementioned favorite is the only millionaire of the group. This race lacks speed as most take up a tracking position hoping to close gallantly. Speed numbers are very close for the top tier of runners. It should be a great race with a number in here ready to prove their mettle.

#4 Essential Quality (L. Saez / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite as he puts his undefeated record from four career starts on the line. He won last out in the Southwest at Oaklawn Park earning him the highest last out speed number of this crew. He has since put in three dynamite workouts in preparation for this race. A millionaire son of Tapit, could be the pace leader by default.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Highly Motivated (Castellano / C. Brown) should be the chief challenger with the second highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He has already posted a victory at Keeneland. Currently he is in 33rd position on the KD 147 points leaderboard and will need to win or place second to get himself in the gate. This lad is one of many trackers in this field. A son of Into Mischief, whose progeny relish the Keeneland surface, is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#5 Rombauer (Geroux / M. McCarthy) will surely challenge coming off a victory at this distance in the El Camino Real Derby at Golden Gate Fields. His last three races have produced consistently good speed figs and he has put in four powerful workouts in preparation for the race. He sits in 24th position on the KD 147 points leaderboard. Look for him to be battling among the closers to hit the board. A son of surface versatile, Twirling Candy, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Hidden Stash (Bejarano / Oliver) is sitting on an explosive effort with a couple of good last out speed numbers and three superb peaking workouts. This guy ranks 18th on the KD 147 points leaderboard. He should take up a tracking position ready to strike. Another in this field with a win over the Keenland track. A son of Constitution, he is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$1 SHOW.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#4 Essential Quality  //  #3 Highly Motivated,  #5 Rombauer,  #1 Hidden Stash.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Essential Quality  +  #3 Highly Motivated  +  #5 Rombauer  +  #1 Hidden Stash.

Last Stakes Saturday (3/27) Results

Turfway Park R11.  Jeff Ruby Steaks--G3.  Our first pick, Gretsky the Great, finished a disappointing 5th.  Our second pick, Sainthood, finished 2nd for place money of $9.40 and show money of $9.90.  Our third pick, Like the King, won (1st) for show money of $5.60.

We flubbed our Exacta Wheel play. Superfecta went 1-5-12-9.

Bankroll moves up a notch to settle at $54.13.

Stakes Saturday at Turfway Park

 Derby points are on the line again as we turn attention to the Tapeta at Turfway Park. The 2021 Kentucky Derby is only 35 days away.

Turfway Park Race 11 {Jeff Ruby Steaks~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~graded Stakes}

A full and fantastic field of twelve will go to the gate in this annual prep race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

All, but three in this field like to be close to the pace as their are speedsters and pressers that will lead the way. The entire field will be stretching out to this distance for the first time. Speed numbers are very close making it quite a competitive event. Interestingly, only half the field have synthetic or turf experience prepping for this one. It should be a high quality race on a day with terrific racing across the country.

#10 Gretzky the Great (C. Landeros / M. Casse) might have the edge with the third highest last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. He has hit the board in both of his starts over the synthetic surface. Expect this guy to be battling with the forwardly placed herd. A son of Nyquist, he is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Sainthood (Corrales / Pletcher) should challenge coming off the dirt in his third career start. This lad has hit the board in both of those starts. Pedigree suggests he should get over the synthetic smoothly. His four strong peaking workouts indicate he is ready for a good run. A son of Mshawish, this guy is 100% in the money from two career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#1 Like the King (Van Dyke / W. Ward) will contend with the second highest last out speed number over this surface and one fierce bullet workout. He is another that should be running with the lead pack. A son of Palace Malice, he is 100% in the money from five career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#12 Hockey Dad (Bejarano / O'Neill) comes in from California where he has stitched three wins in a row and has put in two hearty workouts. Look for him to be guided just off the pace ready to spring into the stretch. Another son of Nyquist, he is 75% in the money from four career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($3.00)

#10 Gretzky the Great  //  #5 Sainthood,  #1 Like the King,  #12 Hockey Dad.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Gretzky the Great  +  #5 Sainthood  +  #1 Like the King  +  #12 Hockey Dad.

Our Previous Stakes Saturday Play (3/13/2021)

Oaklawn Park R11.  Rebel Stakes--G2.  Our first pick, Get Her Number, finished 7th.  Our second pick, Keepmeinmind, finished 6th.  Our third pick, Caddo River, finished 5th.

We were complete shut out in our Exacta and Superfecta play.  Superfecta went 7-3-2-8.

Bankroll gets crushed and drops to $51.63.

Superfecta Sunday at Santa Anita

We check out the Santa Anita Turf on this Superfecta Sunday.

Santa Anita Park Race 8 {Santa Ana~G2~1 1/8 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of eight will strut to the gate in this annual affair. There is enough speed to create a decent pace. Speed numbers are very close making this any gal's race. the race becomes even more intriguing as the sole scratch, #2 Fault won the Santa Margarita yesterday. This running of the Santa Ana should not only be exciting, but profitable for the horseplayer. Our task is to knit together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#1 Madam Dancealot [IRE] (Nakatani / Baltas) might have a slight edge with the second highest last out speed number and three quality peaking workouts. She loves the Turf and sports a 100% in the money record at this distance from two efforts. A daughter of Sir Prancealot [IRE], she should track and close gracefully.

#8 Midnight Crossing [IRE] (Blanc / Baltas) comes back from a little foray on the Gulfstream Park Turf. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. This gal has already won over the Santa Anita course in her only effort. A daughter of Dark Angel [IRE], she could be forwardly placed ready to strike in the stretch. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$4 SHOW.

#3 Laseen [IRE] (Desormeaux / Cassidy) will challenge with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number at a longer route and one quality workout. She enjoys the distance, having hit the board in all four attempts, and the Santa Anita course. A daughter of Dylan Thomas [IRE], she is another that will track and close swiftly.

#9 Sassy Little Lila (Prat / Mandella) has the capability of wiring this field if left loose on the lead. She holds the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three strong peaking workouts. This daughter of Artie Schiller relishes the distance and the Santa Anita course.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Madam Dancealot [IRE]  +  #8 Midnight Crossing [IRE]  +  #3 Laseen [IRE]  +  #9 Sassy Little Lila

Stakes Saturday Results

Turfway Park R9.  Bourbonette Oaks--G3.  Our first pick, Consolida [GB] finished 5th.  Our second pick, Go Noni Go, won (1st) for place money of $5.00 and show money of $4.80.  Our third pick, Homemade Salsa, finished 3rd for show money of $4.40.

Superfecta went 11-5-9-6.

Bankroll sheds a couple of Jefferson's to settle at $241.44.

Stakes Saturday on the Synth

The girls have their shot over the polytrack on this Stakes Saturday.

Turfway Park Race 9 {Bourbonette Oaks~G3~1 mile~3 year-old~Fillies}

A great group of nine will go to the gate in this annual prep feature for the Kentucky Oaks.  There is some speed which should produce an honest pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. Only a couple have yet to run over synthetic, but both should be able to handle it nicely. This should be a highly competitive event for these future stars.

#2 Consolida [GB] (Van Dyke / Gallagher) is coming in from the West Coast. She holds the highest last out speed number, albeit over the Tapeta at Golden Gate. This gal has run over the synthetic successfully across the pond in Great Britain. She comes into this race working a three race progression and putting in two hearty workouts. A daughter of Sir Percy [GB], she should track and go.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#11 Go Noni Go (Gaffalione / Maker) will challenge with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and four strong workouts. She should be forwardly placed ready to strike coming into the stretch. A daughter of Get Stormy, she does hold the highest speed number at the distance.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Homemade Salsa (Landeros / Maker) should contend sharing the third highest last out speed number, working a three race progression, and putting in two robust workouts. This gal relished the surface, distance and the Turfway track. A daughter of Two Step Salsa, she should track and close efficiently.

$2 SHOW.

#10 Bet She Wins (Jimenez / Block) comes into this race off a reasonable layoff. She has been successful, hitting the board in her two starts at this distance. Putting in three credible workouts, she will be tracking the pace and pounce in the stretch. A daughter of First Samurai, she has a victory over the Poly at Arlington International.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Consolida [GB]  /  #11 Go Noni Go  /  #9 Homemade Salsa, #10 Bet She Wins  /  ALL.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/11) Results

Gulfstream Park R9.  Optional Claiming. We missed out on our 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket capturing only two of the four wagering interests required. Superfecta went 5-3-1-2.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Summer Luck, finished 2nd for show money of $5.10.

Bankroll slides three dimes to settle at $245.44.

Superfecta Sunday in the Land of Enchantment

A Superfecta Sunday derby prep is on tap in the state of New Mexico as we take in the Sunland Derby.

Sunland Park Race 9 {Sunland Derby~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A great field of eleven will go to the gate in this KD 143 prep race with points on the line. Great American trainers have shipped in their charges with the hope of getting them into this years Kentucky Derby. There is sufficient speed to create an honest pace. Speed figs are close as all of these lads will stretch out to this distance for the first time. There are seven Triple Crown nominees in the field. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket. It should be a fantastic race.

#3 Bronze Age (M. Garcia / Baffert) has the edge with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three exceptional workouts. This guy will show speed as he seeks to wire the field. He comes in from Santa Anita.

#2 Hedge Fund (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) should challenge with the second highest (tie) last out speed number, a two race progression, and four superb workouts. This lad should be sitting right off the pace ready to roll into the stretch. He comes in from Gulfstream Park.

#6 Dilettante (G. Stevens / Lukas) should contend sharing the second highest last out speed number, working a three race progression, and putting in three smashing workouts. He has the tactical speed to sit keenly in positon and rock into the stretch. This colt comes in from Oaklawn Park. He is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#10 Balandeen (Hill / Hartman) should be in the hunt with a couple of decent last out speed numbers, a three race progression, and two stout workouts. He should take up a tracking position and streak into the stretch. He also comes in from Oaklawn Park.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Bronze Age  +  #2 Hedge Fund  +  #6 Dilettante  +  #10 Balandeen.

Stakes Saturday Results

Turfway Park R10.  Spiral Stakes--G3.  Our first pick, Soglio, finished 7th.  Our second pick, En Hanse, finished 9th.  Our third pick, Kitten's Cat, finished 4th.

Superfecta went 3-1-4-8.

Bankroll gets shattered and drops to $46.99.

A Little Spiral Stakes Saturday

Off we go to Kentucky for another KD 143 prep race.

Turfway Park Race 10 {Spiral Stakes~G3~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of eleven will go to the gate in this Kentucky Derby prep race. There is sufficient speed to maintain a fluid pace. Speed figs are all fairly close, but most in here have not traveled over a synthetic surface preferring Turf instead. Those that have gone over the synth might have a bit of an advantage; however, usually horses racing over the Turf can make a smooth transition to synthetic surfaces. This is a handicappers dream race with a highly contentious field. It will be one of the better ones on the day.

#2 Soglio (McCarthy / Motion) could take another step forward coming in from the West coast. He holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and has put in three terrific workouts. This lad will be stretching out to this distance.  A son of Scat Daddy, watch him track and close gallantly.

$2 WIN  / $3 PLACE  /  $4 SHOW.

#12 En Hanse (Albarado / Maker) should challenge with a couple of good last out speed numbers, hitting in the board in both. He shows one dynamic workout and is 100% in the money over the Turfway track. A son of Hansen, he has the tactical speed to stay the course.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Kitten's Cat (L. Saez / Sharp) could go off as the favorite with the highest last out spee number and two solid workouts. He will be making the transition from Turf to synth holding an impressive 85% in the money record from seven starts. A son of Kitten's Joy, he should track the pace closely.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#9 Parlor (Castanon / Kenneally) should contend with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three hearty workouts. This guy will be stretching out and trying the synthetic for the first time. A son of Lonhro [AUS], he will be closing dynamically heading for home.

10 CENT Superfecta

#2 Sogolio  /  #12 En Hanse  /  #8 Kitten's Cat  /  #9 Parlor, ALL.

Last Superfrecta Sunday (3/19) Results

Santa Anita Park R8.  Pasadena Stakes.  We missed out on our 10 CENT Superfecta box play capturing only two of the four wagering interests required to cash. Superfecta went 8-5-6-10.

Our Bronze Horseshoe selection, Conquest Farenheit, won for show money of $2.60.

Bankroll dips to $63.89.

Furlong Friday in the Santa Anita Sun

Thank goodness it is Furlong Friday. We venture downhill for a sweet Turf Stakes race.

Santa Anita Park Race 5 {Wishing Well Stakes~6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Stakes}

A talented field of seven will race downhill in this annual Stakes race. There is enough speed to maintain a rapid pace. Speed numbers are fairly close for most in this one. It should be a barn burner of a race.

#4 Miss Double d'Oro (Gonzalez / Drysdale) might benefit from the swift pace with her tracking and closing running style. She holds the second highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and three stamina producing workouts. This gal has a surperb chance of passing the field in the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Prize Exhibit [GB] (Smith / Cassidy) is coming off a brief freshening and looks to make another nice move forward. She holds the third highest last out speed number at a route and two hearty workouts. She is another that will track and go into a frothy pace.

#3 Illuminant (Prat / McCarthy) is the class of the field coming off an extended layoff. She may need a race, but she does hold the highest last out speed number, prior to the layoff. This gal was working a four race progression and has put in three tremendous workouts in anticipation for this event.

#2 Kera Kera (S. Stevens / Stevens) is coming over from Turf Paradise to test the Santa Anita Turf. She has a couple of good last out speed numbers where she had in the money performances. This lady holds an eight race progression and has put in a solid workout in preparation.

10 CENT Superfecta

#4 Miss Double d'Oro  /  #5 Prize Exhibit [GB]  /  #3 Illuminant  /  #2 Kera Kera.

Thursday Results

Turfway Park R8.  Allowance.  Our pick, Love the Power [FR] finished 6th.

Superfecta went 6-8-7-5.

Bankroll gets blistered, dropping to $78.77.

Horse Racing Weekend begins on the Poly

With lots of hoops action going on as the madness begins. We are back at our horse racing weekend as we take the turn into Spring. Today we take a look at a healthy spring over the Polytrack.

Turfway Park Race 8 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies / Mares~Allowance}

A good group of eight will go to the gate in this challenging sprint. There is enough speed to keep a steady pace. Speed numbers are fairly close giving this contest a competitive feel. It should be a terrific race.

#9 Love the Power [FR] (Ouzts / Nocero) is coming off a maiden victory with the second highest last out speed number among this group. She shows improvement over her first race and looks to make another improvement while stretching out 110 yards. She has put in a solid workout. Look for her to be close to the pace and make a getaway in the stretch.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Sweet Ruth E. (Jimenez / Thomas) might go off as the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a two race progression, and one stout workout. She should be leader and has the capability to wire this field. This gal loves the surface, distance and track making her the one to beat.

#5 In the Shoes (Cordenas / Taylor) will contend with the third highest (tie) last out speed number. This gal is 100% in the money at the distance and over the Turfway polytrack. Look for her to be forwardly placed ready to strike.

#4 Miss Coco (Gilligan / Sims) should challenge as she makes the surface switch from dirt to synthetic. This gal shares the fourth highest last out speed number. Coming in off a modest layoff her connections do exceptionally well when changing things up.

10 CENT Suprfecta

#9 Love the Power [FR]  /  #6 Sweet Ruth E.  /  #5 In the Shoes  /  #4 Miss Coco.

Last Superfecta Sunday (3/5) Results

Gulfstream Park R13.  Claiming.  We just missed on our 10 CENT Suprfecta Box effort capturing three of the four wagering Interests required to cash. Superfecta went 9-2-8-3.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, She Reads My Texts, finished 2nd for show money of $1.60.

Bankroll dips to $83.87.

 

Superfecta Sunday in Hot Springs

We take a look at nice Arkansas route early on the card for our Superfecta Sunday.

Oaklawn Park Race 3 {1 mile~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Waiver Claiming}

This is a unique bunch of eight that will go to the gate. It is a race that is lacking in speed. The question then becomes who will be sent or pick up the pace by default? Speed numbers are fairly close which should make for a competitive event. Only two in this one have raced over the Arkansas dirt. All of this makes this one a very intriguing race. Our task is to string together a winning 10 CENT Superfecta box ticket.

#4 Freedom March [GB] (Santana / Gorder) might have the edge with the second highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one peaking bullet workout. This lass should track the pace closely and launch into the stretch. She shares the second highest speed number at the distance couple with a 75% in the money record from four efforts at same. She is our Bronze Horseshoe selection.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Ol Sanish (Vazquez / Villafranco) could go off at the favorite with the highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and one stout workout. She is the most experienced of the group and loves the Oaklawn track holding a 75% in the money record over it. This gal is another tracker that cruise nicely in a ground saving trip.

#7 Por Favor (E. Perez / Puhl) should challenge with the highest speed number at the distance coupled with a good 66% in the money record at same. She is another that should be part of the tracking crew. With ample rest she comes forward to the race with three hearty workouts.

#5 Cleverness (Birzer / Chelborad) should contend coming off an extended layoff. She holds the second highest overall speed number. This gal will get a nice change of scenery coming up from the Florida circuit. He workout tab of three excellent peaking works is an indication that she is ready.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Freedom March [GB]  +  #1 Ol Sanish  +  #7 Por Favor  +  #5 Cleverness.

Stakes Saturday Results

Turfway Park R6.  Forego Stakes.  Our first pick, Dac, finished 4th.  Our second pick, Cerro [IRE], finished 6th.  Our third pick, Ghost is Clear, finished 8th.

Superfecta went 9-12-11-6.

Bankroll stumbles badly, dropping to $118.87.

Stakes Saturday at Night

Looking in on Kentucky for a nice stakes race.

Turfway Park Race 6 {Forego Stakes~6 1/2 furlongs~4 year-old Up~Stakes}

A great group of nine will go to the gate in this annual sprint. There is plenty of speed to produce a strong pace. Speed numbers are all fairly close. All of these lads have traveled over synthetic surface with aplomb. It should be a very exciting race in the night.

#6 Dac (Prescott / Brumley) looks duplicate his last out winning effort in a stakes event. he holds the second highest last out speed number at a route, a four race progression, and two dynamic workouts. This son of Distorted Humor should track the pace in solid position.

$2 WIN  /  $3 SHOW.

#7 Cerro [IRE] (O. Mojica / Howard) should challenge with a couple of very good last out speed numbers and one hearty workout. He could be part of the pace. A son of Mr. Greely, he is 60% in the money from forty career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#2 Ghost is Clear (McKee / Maker) should contend with the highest speed number at the distance and three robust workouts. This guy has one fourteen times in his career while achieving a 60% in the money record from forty-three starts. A son of Ghostzapper he should track the pace and strike in the stretch.

$2 SHOW.

Another Wagering Interest

#9 Crewman (Gilligan / Poulos) should be in the mix with the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a route, a two race progression, and two top notch workouts. This guy is 66% in the money from twenty-seven starts. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he loves this surface and distance.

10 CENT Superfecta

#6 Dac  /  #7 Cerro [IRE]  /  #2 Ghost is Clear  /  #9 Crewman.

Last Superfecta Sunday (1/15) Results

Gulfstream Park R9.  Allowance Optional Claiming.  We missed by one on our 10 CENT Superfecta Box play. Superfecta went 7-9-4-5.

Our Bronze Horseshoe runner, Performance Bonus, finished 8th.

Bankroll takes a dip to $127.97.