Belmont Derby Day

 We go long on the Turf for a fabulous Belmont Derby day.

Belmont Park Race 10 {Belmont Derby Invitational~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A very strong field of ten will hit the grass in this annual event. 

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in the race to keep the pace churning. Only one has raced at this distance, though have gone farther. Speed figs are fairly close. About half the field have raced over the Belmont course. Two Euro-invaders have their sights on victory. It should be quite an exciting race.

#6 Silver Knott [GB] (Mullen / Appleby) appears up to the task with the third highest (3-way tie) last out speed number and two strong workouts. He should be part of the tracking crew seeking to strike going into the stretch. This guy should relish the distance. A son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he is 75% in the money from eight starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2  PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 The Foxes [IRE] (Murphy / Balding) comes into this after running longer in Great Britain. He holds a positive itm record over the surface. He appears ready to rumble with this predominately North American field. A son of Churchill [IRE], the horse, not the PM, he is 57% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#4 Webslinger (Castellano / M. Casse) shares the third highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He will be part of the tracker crew. This gelding should enjoy the stretch-out. A son of Constitution, he is 77% in the money from nine starts.

$2 SHOW.

#5 Farbridge (J. Ortiz / Pletcher) will stretch out to this distance as the third of the group of runners holding the third highest last out speed number. He has put in three solid workouts in the last thirty days. A son of English Channel, he is 100% in the money from four career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Kahk (I. Ortiz / C. Brown) holds two wins over the Belmont course. Excellent workout tab puts him in the mix. Son of Collected, he is 80% itm from five starts.

#3 Cyber Ninja (Alvarado / Mott) last raced at a longer distance with a win over the Belmont course. Three speedy workouts put him in the race. Son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#6 Silver Knott [GB]  ///  #11 The Foxes [IRE],  #4 Webslinger,  #5 Far Bridge,  #8 Kahk,  #3 Cyber Ninja.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#11,  #4,  #5,  #8,  #3  ///  #6 Silver Knott [GB].

May all your Stakes Saturday tickets cash!!!

Superfecta Sunday down in South Florida

 We go to the synthetic for a great little sprint in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 8 {Bob Umphrey Sprint Stakes~5 1/2 Furlongs~Tapeta~3 year-old Up~Stakes}

A good field of eight will go to the gate in this sprint.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Not all of these lads have raced over the Tapeta surface. Two will be making the change from Turf to synthetic. There is plenty of speed to insure a hot pace. Speed figs are very close making it ultra-competitive. Interestingly all have covered this distance a few times in their career. It should be an excellent race on this Superfecta Sunday.

#4 Wora (M. Vasquez / R. Richards) should come from a nice tracking position to scoop the victory. He holds a good last out speed number and one power bullet workout. This guy holsters the highest speed number at the distance all the while hitting the board in all of his runs at same. A son of Upstart, he is 68% in the money from nineteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Competitive Saint (Zayas / D'Angelo) should also hit the board from a tracking position. He holds the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He loves the surface, distance, and course. A son of Competitive Edge, he is 43% in the money from sixteen career starts. 

#5 XY Speed (E. Gonzalez / Lerman) will make the surface switch from Turf to Tapeta. He holds the second highest last out speed number over Turf. Another tracker that will quicken going into the stretch. A son of First Samurai, he is 58% in the money from twenty-nine career starts.

#2 Hope in Him (Camacho / Croft) could be the controlling speed. He holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number. Another lover of the surface, distance, and track. A son of Chitu, he is 57% in the money from nineteen career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Uncle B (L. Reyes / Acker) son of Zensational, excels at the distance, surface and track. 64% in the money from forty-two starts.

#7 No Name Dude (Menesses / Hartak) son of The Big Beast, shows progressively improving speed numbers over his last three. 66% itm from nine starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#4 Wora  +  #3 Competitive Saint  +  #5 XY Speed  +  #2 Hope in Him.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.00)

#4 Wora  /  #3 Cmpetitive Saint,  #5 XY Speed  /  #3,  #5,  #2 Hope in Him,  #1 Uncle B,  #7 No Name Dude  /  ALL.

Best of luck to you in all your Superfecta Sunday wagers!!!

Stakes Saturday Turf Action in the Pea Patch

 We go to the Midwest for some exciting Turf action.

Ellis Park Race 9 {Wise Dan~G2~1 1/16 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of ten will hit the green in this annual event usually held at Churchill Downs.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed in this race to carry forward a swift pace. Speed figs are very close giving all a chance to saunter into the winners circle. Only four in this crew have raced over the Ellis Park grass. All last raced at Churchill. It should be the best race on a very strong card.

#1 Harlan Estate (Cannon / Beckman) looks very strong with the fourth highest last out speed number and two diligent workouts. Expect him to track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance. A son of Kantharos, he is 52% in the money from twenty-one career starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Set Piece [GB] (Geroux / B. Cox) is the 4-5 morning line favorite with the highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. He should have a proper pace to showcase his closing capability. He also holds the highest speed number at the distance. A son of Dansili [GB], he is 59% in the money from eleven career starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#4 Get Smokin (Santana / M. Casse) will show speed from the opening gate. He holds the third highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. This guy shares the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Get Stormy, he is 54% in the money from twenty-four career starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#7 Cowboy Justice [GB] (Graham / C. Murphy) could surprise with arguably the best workout tab of four strong works. He will make his third North American start showing continued improvement. Look for him to track the pace. A son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he is 46% in the money from thirteen career starts.

#5 Play Action Pass (Gaffalione / Medina) is another that should track the pace closely. He has recorded two wins in his only races over the Ellis Park Turf. Last out triple digit speed fig and two speedy works put him in the mix. Son of Cairo Prince, he is 50% in the money from fourteen career starts.

#3 Camp Hope (B. Hernandez / McPeek) holds the second highest last out speed number and two quality workouts. He shares the second highest speed number at the distance. This guy will track the pace. A son of Summer Front, he is 47% in the money from seventeen career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Harlan Estate  //  #8 Set Piece [GB],  #4 Get Smokin,  #7 Cowboy Justice [GB],  #5 Play Action Pass,  #3 Camp Hope.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #4,  #7,  #5,  #3  //  #1 Harlan Estate.

Good luck to you on all your Independence Day Weekend Wagers!!!

Up Noth for Some Good Stakes Saturday Action

 We venture up North for a good Stakes sprint over the Tapeta.

Woodbine Race 6 {Ballade Stakes~6 Furlongs~4 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Ontario Bred~Stakes}

A splendid field of ten will go to the gate in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This truly competitive field sports speed figs that are very close. Interestingly, Sire Souper Speedy, has five daughters in the field. There is plenty of speed to keep the pace rolling. It should be one of the best stakes races on the day.

#7 Arties Princess (P. Husbands / S.A. Joseph) holds the third highest (tie) last out speed number at a route and two speedy workouts. She also holds the highest speed number at the distance. She should be forwardly placed. A daughter of We Miss Artie, she is 57% in the money from fourteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Miss Speedy (Civaci / M. Casse) holds the highest last out speed number and one solid workout. She is another that can be expected to be forwardly placed. This gal also holds the second highest speed number at the distance. One of the daughters of the aforementioned Souper Speedy, she is 54% in the money from eleven career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#3 Pleasures Gold (R. Hernandez / T. Attard) holds the second highest last out speed number at a slightly longer sprint and three formidable workouts. She should track the pace closely. This lady loves the surface, distance, and course. Another daughter of Souper Speedy, she is 77% in the money from nine career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Talk to Ya Later (Munger / I. Black) has fired two powerful bullet workouts in the last thirty days. She holds one of the top speed figs among this group, over the Tapeta surface. Look for her to track and strike in the stretch. A daughter of Perfect Timber, she has two wins from eight starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Gamble's Silver (L. Contreras / J. Carroll) comes in with two wins in a row and four strong workouts. Daughter of Gamble's Exchange, she is 60% itm from fifteen starts. Another tracker ready to explode into the stretch.

#5 Souper Flashy (Kimura / K. Attard) has hit the board in her last three races. Shares third highest last out speed number and three diligent workouts. Another daughter of Souper Flashy, she is 66% itm from nine starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Arties Princess  //  #9 Miss Speedy,  #3 Pleasures Gold,  #1 Talk to ya Later,  #10 Gamble's Silver,  #5 Souper Flashy.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#9,  #3,  #1,  #10,  #5  // #7 Artie's Princess.

Best of luck to all on your Stakes Saturday wagers!!!

Stakes Saturday at Monmouth Park

 We journey (virtually, of course) to the Jersey shore for some fine racing. On this Stakes Saturday we look in on a fantastic dirt mile.

Monmouth Park Race 12 {Salvator Mile~G3~1 mile~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

The field has been whittled down to eight milers.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This race has plenty of speed to produce a swift pace. Speed figs are very close with the entire field hitting at least one triple digit in their lifetimes. All will be hitting the Monmouth track for the first time. It should be a great race.

#8 Nimitz Class (Toledo / Kravets) comes in from Parx looking for his sixth win in a row. He should be forwardly placed ready to battle for position. This guy holds the highest (tie) last out speed number. He looks ready and able. A son of Arrogate, he is 68% in the money from sixteen career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Octane (Rendon / C. David) comes up from Gulfstream Park sharing the highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. He is another that should be forwardly placed. This guy shows improving speed figs in his last three races. A son of Brethren, he is 77% in the money from thirteen career starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#9 Artorius (Geroux / C. Brown) last raced at Keeneland. He holds the fourth highest last out speed number and four diligent workouts. A modest layoff makes him fresh for a good run. He will track the leaders and strike in the stretch. A son of Arrogate, he is 60% in the money from five career starts.

$2 SHOW.

#1 Petulante (L. Saez / Barboza) comes in from Churchill downs with a streak of two wins. Look for him to speed away from the gate. He loves the surface and distance. This lad holds the third highest last out speed number and three superb peaking workouts. A son of Arrogate, he is 100% in the money from five career starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#3 Empty Tomb (Camacho / Falcone) should be forwardly placed with the second highest speed number at the distance and two sound workouts. A son of Speightstown, he is 58% itm from thirty-one starts.

#7 Trademark (Rosario / Oliver) should track the pace closely with the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two good works. A son of Upstart, he is 31% itm from sixteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Nimitz Class  //  #6 Octane,  #9 Artorius,  #1 Petulante,  #3 Empty Tomb,  #7 Trademark.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #9,  #1,  #3,  #7  //  #8 Nimitz Class.

May all your tickets cash on this terrific Stakes Saturday!!!

Belmont Stakes Day 2023

 A fantastic day of racing will unfold in the "Big Apple" as we focus in on the third jewel of the Triple Crown.

Belmont Park Race 12 {Belmont Stakes~G1~1 1/2 mile~3 year-old~graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will go to the gate in the penultimate race on a glorious Belmont card.

Past Performances used:  DRF Classic.

Once again a Triple Crown race comes up a little light on speed. Speed figures, however, are fairly close for this crop of three year-olds. Only two have traveled over  "Big Sandy", both notching wins over the surface. All have been well prepped for this "Test of a Champion". It should be an excellent running of the Belmont.

#8 Angel of Empire (Prat / B. Cox) has progressed nicely in each of his last three starts. He holds the the highest last out speed number and has put in three tremendous workouts. This guy will close into the pace as they turn for home. A son of Classic Empire, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2  PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Arcangelo (Castellano / Antonucci) won over this track in his last out earning the third highest  last out speed number and has put in two superb peaking workouts. Look for him to be part of the tracking pack ready to strike in the stretch. A son of Arrogate, he is 75% in the money from four starts.

$1 PLACE  /  $2 SHOW.

#7 Hit Show (M. Franco / B. Cox) holds steadily improving speed figs in his last three. This guy shares the second highest speed number and has three fine workouts in prepping for this race. He will be part of the tracking pack. A son of Candy Ride [ARG], he is 66% in the money from six starts.

$2 SHOW.

#2 Tapit Trice (L. Saez / Pletcher) looks well intentioned for this race with decent speed figs in his last three and three superb peaking workouts. Another lad who will be part of the tracking/closing crew. A son of Tapit, he is 83% in the money from six starts.

$1 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Forte (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) has put in three stellar workouts in preparation after a modest layoff. He should look for position among the trackers. Son of Violence, he holds a 85% win rate.

#4 National Treasure (J. Velazquez / Baffert) shares the second highest last out speed number and three super strong workouts. Son of Quality Road, is 83% in the money from six career starts.

$1 Saturday Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#8 Angel of Empire  //  #3  Arcangelo,  #7 Hit Show,  #2 Tapit Trice,  #6 Forte,  #4 National Treasure.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#3,  #7,  #2,  #6,  #4  //  #8 Angel of Empire.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#8  Angel of Empire  +  #3 Arcangelo  +  #7 Hit SHow  +  #2 Tapit Trice.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($2.40)

#8 Angel of Empire,  #3 Arcangelo  /  #8,  #3,  #7 Hit Show  /  #8,  #3,  #7,  #2 Tapit Trice  /  #8,  #3,  #7,  $2,  #6 Forte,  #4 National Treasure.

Best of luck to you on all your Belmont Stakes Day wagers!!!

Superfecta Sunday Turf near the Jersey Shore

 On this beautiful Superfecta Sunday we look in on a fantastic Turf race near the Jersey Shore.

Monmouth Park Race 10 {1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old/4 year-old~Claiming}

A very nice field of ten will go to the Jersey green in this superb claiming race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is some speed and forwardly placed types to keep an honest pace. Speed figs are fairly close making it super competitive. Half the field has not raced over the Monmouth course. All look well prepped to run a fine race. As the penultimate on the Monmouth card, it should be a fantastic race to wager and watch.

#5 Crafty King (Ferrer / G. Bennett) will stretch out to this distance which he should enjoy. This lad holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and two workman like works. He should track the pace and get it on in the stretch. A son of American Pharoah, he is 42% in the money from seven career starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Okletsgo (Marin / T. Wilson) will drop in distance from his last with three solid peaking workouts. With a nice string of improving speed figs he appears ready to roll. The proper pace should allow him to track and close efficiently. A son of Klimt, he is 50% in the money from eight career starts.

#3 Hashtag No Wonder (Rendon / David) loves the surface, distance, and course. He comes in sharing the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. Another tracker who should compete into the stretch. A son of Astern [AUS], he is 42% in the money from nineteen career starts.

#4 Summer Bee (Camacho / Dini) relishes the distance. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and one strong bullet workout. This guy should race close to the pace. A son of Summer Front, he is 50% in the money from ten career starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 El Conejito (Torres / Stephens) comes in off an extended layoff. He broke his maiden over the Monmouth course. This lightly raced gelding will be the speed of the race. Look for him to attempt to wire the field. A son of Palace, has a 50% win rate from two starts.

#7 Hoku (J. Gomez / Noble) comes in from Parx with the fourth highest last out speed number and one good workout. He should race close to the pace. This gelding enjoys the surface and distance. A son of Morning Line, he is 66% in the money from six career starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#5 Crafty King  +  #9 Okletsgo  +  #3 Hashtag No Wonder  +  #4 Summer Bee.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#5 Crafty King  /  #9 Okletsgo,  #3 Hashtag No Wonder  /  #9,  #3,  #4 Summer Bee,  #10 El Conejito,  #7 Hoku  /  ALL.

Best of luck in all your Superfecta wagers on this fine Superfecta Sunday!!!