Stakes Saturday at Beautiful Keeneland

 On this Stakes Saturday we take in a graded stakes sprint for the ladies.

Keeneland Race 9 {Raven Run Stakes~G2~7 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A Full field of twelve will go to the gate in this feature race on the Keeneland card.

Past Performances used:  DRF Formulator.

Hopefully this race stays intact and the full group battles over the furlongs to the finish. There is a large contingent of speedsters and forwardly placed types to produce a sizzling pace. Four will stretch out to the distance from their last. Six of these ladies will try the Keeneland track for the first time. All relish the dirt. Speed figs are fairly close making this race extremely competitive. It should be a fantastic race.

#6 Percy's Bar (J. Ortiz / Colebrook) should do much better than her dismal last out over the Kentucky Downs Turf. She excels over the dirt. Better still she has hit the board in all three of her races over the Keenland dirt. She comes to the race with two speedy works. This gal loves the distance as well. A daughter of Upstart, she is 70% in the money from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Conceit (I. Ortiz / B. Cox) will be seeking her fourth win in a row. In all of those last three starts she has repeated her speed fig which also happens to be the highest (tie) last out speed number. Two sharp workouts add to her preparation. Look for her to track the pace closely. It will be her first effort over the Keeneland track. A daughter of Not This Time, she is 85% in the money from seven starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#11 Movie Night (Prat / W. Walden) shares the highest last out speed number and has cobbled together two superb workouts. This gal is another that will track close to the pace. She has hit the board in her only Keenland start. This filly should be sitting on a good effort. A daughter of Speightstown, she is 80% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Mashallah (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) is the morning line favorite with the second highest last out speed number and three serious workouts. Of all of these ladies she holds the highest (triple digit) Beyer speed number over the Keeneland track. This gal is another that will be seeking her fourth win in a row. She should be part of the speed contingent on the front end. A daughter of Maxfield, she holds a win rate of 80% from five starts.

#2 Mythical (Jaramillo / Delgado) holds the fourth highest (tie) last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. She has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. It will be her first race over the Keeneland track. This filly holds the most overall wins of any lady in the race. A daughter of St. Patrick's Day, she is 69% in the money from nine starts (53%-win rate).

#10 With a Kiss (J. Velazquez / Pletcher) should be forwardly placed battling for position. She shares the third highest last out speed number and three dutiful workouts. It will be her third career start. She will also be seeking her third win in a row. A daughter of Gun Runner, she holds a win rate of 100%.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#6 Percy's Bar  ///  #8 Conceit,  #11 Movie Night,  #9 Mashallah,  #2 Mythical,  #10 With a Kiss.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #11,  #9,  #2,  #10  ///  #6 Percy's Bar.

Best of luck with all your Stakes Saturday wagers.

Superfecta Sunday Switch

 We'll take a look at the "Lucky Last" at Keeneland on this Superfecta Sunday. We take a quick look at this race as we originally wanted to tee-up the California Distaff at Santa Anita, but it was decimated by scratches. So, Keeneland maidens it will be.

Keeneland Race 9 {6 Furlongs~3 year-old Up~Maiden Special Weight}

A reduced field of ten will go to the gate in this getaway race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Half the field have raced. The other half are first time starters. It should be a highly competitive race. There is some speed to take the pace to a good level. All are well prepped for the race. Only three have raced over the track. It should be a fine race to conclude our horse racing weekend.

#3 Colossus (Gaffilione / B. Walsh) will be making his second start after a year layoff. He raced over the Keenland track in a seven-furlong race for that first start finishing off the board. A nice sturdy four work tab shows that he is ready for a strong effort. A son of Constitution, he will be looking to hit the board while tracking the pace.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Eleos (J. Torres / Munoz) is the most experienced racer in the field. He comes to the race with the highest last out speed number in all three of his last three races. He hit the board in all three of them. This lad has tactical speed to meet the pace. A son of Hard Spun, he is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

#12 Good Company (J. Velazquez / B. Lynch) is a first-time starter with powerful connections. Three superb workouts demonstrate his readiness. A son of Nyquist, he is the morning-line favorite.

#6 Emilio (I. Ortiz / B. Cox) is another first-time starter. This son of Charlatan was a 1.5 million USD purchase. Strong connections not only have confidence in this guy. He is greatly prepped with four supreme workouts.

Other Wagering Interests

#8 Justice (L. Machado / Mackey) will be making his second start after a modest layoff. He will sit in the tracker pack. Of the five that have run, he holds the second highest last out speed number. Three dynamite workouts show he is ready for battle. A son of Justify, he will be seeking to hit the board.

#11 We Be Mischief (Concepcion / S. Asmussen) is another first-time starter with great connections. He was purchased for 575k USD. Three powerful workouts indicate he is ready for a fantastic performance. A son of Into Mischief, he should outrun his odds.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#3 Colossus  +  #1 Eleos  +  #12 Good Company  +  #6 Emilio.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#3 Colossus  /  #1 Eleos,  #12 Good Company  /  #1,  #12,  #6 Emilio,  #8 Justice,  #11 We Be Mischief  /  ALL.

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

 

Superfecta Sunday in New York

 On this Superfecta Sunday we look at a nice race going long on the Turf.

Belmont Park Race 9 {1 1/8 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies/Mares~Allowance}

An interesting group of ten will hit the green in this penultimate race on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Only one of these has raced over the new, improved Belmont course. Five entrants have gone this distance. Three will stretch out and two will cut back. It comes up light on speed, but several should be forwardly placed providing a decent pace. Speed numbers are fairly close. It should be a good race to wager and watch.

#2 Counterintuitive (M. Franco / C. Brown) looks to be the one most capable of pulling off the victory with a win at the distance. Two strong workouts add to her preparation. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number. Look for her to track the pace closely. A daughter of Not This Time, she is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 Majaz [GB] (Castellano / M. Casse) will stretch out to the distance with a good last out speed number placing third in that race. She is another that should be in that forwardly placed herd. This gal loves the Turf. A daughter of Dubawi [IRE], she is 81% in the money from eleven starts.

#4 Chartist (Fresu / M. Clement) will pose a mighty challenge as she drops in class and distance. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in a superb workout. This gal has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. A daughter of Tonalist, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#7 Emerald Spun (Zayas / Brisset) is another that will battle among the forwardly placed. She holds a decent last out speed number that earned her the win. Four hearty workouts add to her cache. This filly enjoys the Turf and the distance. A daughter of Hard Spun, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#10 Nonconsecutivetrms (D. Davis / B. Walsh) holds the highest last out speed number and two efficient workouts. Look for her to be among the tracker pack. She loves the Turf and will be stretching out to this distance. Another daughter of Not This Time, she is 75% in the money from eight starts.

#9 Carmenista [ARG] (Santana / De Paz) comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and four very good workouts. She will be part of the tracker pack. This filly loves the Turf and the distance. A daughter of Treasure Beach [GB], she is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#2 Counterintuitive  +  #6 Majaz [GB]  +  #4 Chartist  +  #7 Emerald Spun.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#2 Counterintuitive,  #6 Majaz [GB]  /  #2, #6,  #4 Chartist,  #7 Emerald Spun  /  #2,  #6,  #4,  #7,  #10 Nonconsecutivetrms,  #9 Carmenista [ARG]  /  #2,  #6,  #4,  #7,  #10,  #9.

Best of Luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays!!

 

Stakes Saturday at Magnificent Keeneland

 We take in a fantastic Grade One Turf race at the place where the Breeders' Cup will be run.

Keeneland Race 10 {Coolmore Turf Mile Stakes~G1~1 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A modest field of eight will hit the Turf in this 1.25 million dollar race.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This topline field will display plenty of speed to keep the pace rolling. Six millionaires make an appearance in the race. Three will attempt the Keeneland Turf for the first time. All have great in the money records over the Turf. It should be a great race on a fine day of racing.

#7 Lake Forest [GB] (C. Fallon / Haggas) is the lone Euro invader who has hit the board in two of his last three races. This guy should race close to the pace. He has faced some supreme competition across the pond. A millionaire son of No Nay Never, he is 55% in the money from twenty starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Zulu Kingdom [IRE] (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) has the tactical speed to adapt to whatever pace develops. He loves the Keeneland course. This guy comes in with the highest (tie) last out speed number and four super strong workouts. A millionaire son of Ten Sovereigns [IRE], he is 83% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#3 Rhetorical (I. Ortiz / W. Walden) share the highest last out speed number and four superb workouts. He also has the tactical speed to stay the pace. This lad loves the Turf, distance, and course. A millionaire son of Not This Time, he is 72% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#4 Mercante (Rispoli / Knippenberg) comes in with the second highest last out speed number and three solid workouts. He is another that will track the pace closely. This guy has improved his speed figs in each of his last three starts. A millionaire son of Gun Runner, he is 57% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#5 Pass the Hat (Alvarado / W. Mott) has duplicated his last two speed figs. He comes to the race with two fine workouts. This horse loves the Turf and the distance. He is another that will track the pace closely. A son of Collected, he is 75% in the money from twelve starts.

#2 Brilliant Berti (B. Hernandez / DeVaux) excels at the distance. He will take up a tracking position and strike in the stretch. He loves the Turf, distance, and course. A millionaire son of Noble Mission [GB], he is 63% in the money from nineteen starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Lake Forest [GB]  ///  #9 Zulu Campaign,  #3 Rhetorical,  #4 Mercante,  #5 Pass the Hat,  #2 Brilliant Berti.

#9,  #3,  #4,  #5,  #2  ///  #7 Lake Forest [GB].

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

 

Stakes Saturday in the Fall at Santa Anita

 We settle on some downhill Turf action at the "Great Race Place".

Santa Anita Race 9 {John C. Harris~G3~6 1/2 Furlongs~Downhill TURF~3 year-old~Filly's~Graded Stakes}

A reduced field of nine will run down the hill in this featured event.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is plenty of speed to carry these gals down the hill in speedy fashion. Speed figs are fairly close making it a competitive race. Only three have run on the Santa Anita downhill course. Two will be cutting back in distance and two will be stretching out to the distance. All have good records over the Turf. It should be a fantastic race on a great day of racing in So Cal.

#4 Yours Sincerely [IRE] (Rispoli / D'Amato) comes to the race with the second highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. She should be part of the tracker pack. This gal has hit the board on the course. A daughter of Cable Bay [IRE], she is 60% in the money from ten starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Mo' Em Down (JJ Hernandez / P. Miller) holds the third highest last out speed number and three power peaking workouts. She should track the pace closely. This gal has a win over the Santa Anita downhill course from two attempts. A daughter of Caracaro, she is 83% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 Day to Day (P. Lopez / SA Joseph) comes in from Colonial Downs with a good last out speed number and two speedy bullet workouts. She is another that will track the pace closely. This filly will be cutting back from a route. A daughter of McKinzie, she is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Run with Liberty (Frey / Mullins) will be cutting back from a route with a good last out speed number. She is another that will track the pace closely. A daughter of Originaire [IRE], she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#6 Surfin' U.S.A. (Kimura / Powell) has repeated her speed number in her last two races. It happens to be the fourth highest last out speed number. A daughter of Rock Your World, she is 33% in the money from nine starts.

#10 Little Opal (Jaramillo / O'Neill) is the morning line favorite as she seeks her third win in a row. She is the speed with the highest last out speed number. A daughter of Caravaggio, she has a 100%-win rate from two starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Yours Sincerely [IRE]  ///  #1 Mo' Em Down,  #8 Day to Day,  #9 Run with Liberty,  #6 Surfin' U.S.A.,  #10 Little Opal.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#1,  #8,  #9,  #6,  #10  ///  #4 Yours Sincerely [IRE].

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

 

Pennsylvania Derby Day

 Another great Stakes Saturday unfolds as we look at another Derby for our racing action.

PARX Race 14 {Pennsylvania Derby~G1~1 1/8 mile~3 year-old~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of ten will go to the gate in this annual contest.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Plenty of speed in this field will create a hot pace. Speed figs are fairly close. Only three have raced over the Parx track. One millionaire makes an appearance. Three will stretch out to the distance for the first time. All appeared to be well prepped for good performances. It should be a fantastically competitive race.

#7 Further Ado (Prat / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite with a good last out speed number and four dynamite workouts. He should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. This guy holds the highest speed number at the distance and has chalked up four career wins. A millionaire son of Gun Runner, he is 66% in the money from nine starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#6 The Puma (Castellano / Delgado) will pose a mighty challenge with the highest (tie) last out speed number at a longer route and two superb peaking workouts. This guy will run in the tracker pack and pounce in the stretch. A son of Essential Quality, he is 66% in the money from six starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#9 Sassmaster (Gaffalione / Pletcher) will be seeking his third win in a row with the second highest last out speed number and four durable workouts. He will be part of the tracker pack. This guy has the second highest speed number at the distance. A son of Curlin, he holds a 66%-win rate from three starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#2 Iron Honor (J. Ortiz / C. Brown) comes in with the third highest last out speed number and four consistent workouts. He has improved his speed figs in each of his last three races. This lad should track the pace closely. He has hit the board in both of his races at this distance. A son of Nyquist, he is 80% in the money from five starts.

#5 Talk to Me Jimmy (R. Silvera / R. Rodriquez) should be part of the speed scenario. He holds the third highest speed number at the distance. Two solid workouts add to his cause. He loves the dirt and the distance. A son of Modernist, he is 85% in the money from seven starts.

#10 Micanopy (P. Lopez / Simone) is another that will be part of the tracker pack. He shares the third highest last out speed number and has posted one good workout. This guy will stretch out to the distance. A win over the track adds to his capability. A son of Uncle Chuck, he is 60% in the money from ten starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#7 Further Ado  ///  #6 The Puma,  #9 Sassmaster,  #2 Iron Honor,  #5 Talk to me Jimmy,  #10 Micanopy.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #9,  #2,  #5,  #10  ///  #7 Further Ado.

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

 

Up North for Great Turf Racing on this Stakes Saturday

 This Stakes Saturday we look at a great TURF race for the ladies.

Woodbine Race 10 {E.P. Taylor~G1~1 1/4 mile~TURF~3 year-old Up~Fillies/Mares~Grade One Stakes}

A talented field of eight will go to the green in this annual event. It is a win and you're in for the Breeders' Cup.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is enough speed to create a fast pace. Speed figs are very close making this one very contentious. Four Euro-invaders make up half the field. Only three have run over the Woodbine course. Four have gone this distance and one has raced longer. It should be a fantastic race on a tremendous day of racing up at Woodbine.

#4 Diamond Rain [GB] (Buick / Appleby) is the deserved favorite with the highest speed number over the Turf and at the distance. She has hit the board as well as improved in each of her last three races. This gal will be dropping in distance from her last. Look for her to track the pace and explode in the stretch. A daughter of Sharmadal, she is 81% in the money from eleven starts.

$1 WIN  /  $2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#8 SeeThe Fire [GB] (Hornby / Balding) comes over from Great Britain to challenge. She hit the board in her last at this very same distance. This gal loves the Turf and the distance. She should be part of the tracker pack ready to make her move heading into the stretch, A millionaire daughter of Sea the Starts [IRE], she is 61% in the money from twenty-one starts.

#6 Venetian Lace [IRE] (Spencer / Johnston) has improved in each of her last three, hitting the board in her last. All three races were in Great Britain. She went longer in her last. This gal will show speed. A daughter of Masar [IRE], she is 50% in the money from ten starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Gimme a Nother [SAf] (J. Velazquez / Motion) is seeking her fourth win in a row. She has the tactical speed to adapt to the pace. She has hit the board over the Woodbine course. Stretching out to this distance, she will contend. A daughter of Gimme the Greenlight [AUS], she is 92% in the money from fourteen starts.

#7 Sultana (Rispoli / K. Attard) drops in distance with two bullet workouts. She should be part of the tracker pack. This gal has one her only race at the distance. A daughter of Always Dreaming, she is 87% in the money from eight starts.

#2 Achieve (Castellano / M. Casse) has improved her speed figs in each of her last three races. She should be part of the pace scenario. She will stretch out with a good workout over Turf. A daughter of Justify, she is 55% in the money from nine starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 Diamond Rain [GB]  ///  #8 See The Fire [GB],  #6 Venetian Lace [IRE],  #1 Gimme a Nother [SAf],  #7 Sultana,  #2 Achieve.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #6,  #1,  #7,  #2  ///  #4 Diamond Rain [GB].

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