Superfecta Sunday on the Other Florida Coast

 We go to that other great city in Florida, Tampa, for an excellent Turf race for maidens.

Tampa Bay Downs Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Maiden Special Weight}

A lightly raced group of ten will hit the grass in this "lucky last" race on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

Only one entrant in this field has yet to compete over the Turf. Three will try the Tampa Bay course for the first time. Two will be cutting back in distance and two will be stretching out to the distance. There is enough forwardly placed types to keep the pace rolling. Speed numbers are fairly close. It should be a terrific race to wager and watch.

#9 Marketplaceofideas [GB] (Camacho / C. Brown) comes to the race for her third career start. She has repeated her speed number in these two races. This gal holds the third highest last out speed number and two sound workouts. She should be forwardly placed. A daughter of Lope de Vega [IRE], she is 50% in the money from those two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#1 Loveontheleftbank (Gil  /  M. Clement) loves the Turf, distance, and course. She holds the fourth highest last out speed number and two solid peaking workouts. This gal will battle amidst the trackers. A daughter of Invincible Spirit [IRE], she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#3 Pop Art (P. Morales / Proctor) comes in with the highest last out speed number at a longer route and two decent workouts. She is a tracker. This will be her third career start. She relishes the Turf and the course. A daughter of Speightstown, she will be trying to hit the board for the first time.

#5 Calla (Menesses / Damen) will be dropping in class and cutting back in distance. She has hit the board in both of her starts at the distance. Look for her to track the pace closely. A daughter of Mendelssohn, she is 50% in the money from six starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Smartest (Leon / Motion) enters off a long layoff with the second highest last out speed number and three stout workouts over the Turf. She could show speed. This gal likes the Turf and distance and will be dropping in class and cutting back in distance. A daughter of Karakontie [JPN], she is 100% in the money from two starts.

#8 Take Dat (Batista / G. Bennett) is another that enjoys the Turf, distance, and course. She will take part in the tracker pack. This lady had cobbled together three consistent workouts in the last thirty days. A daughter of Bal a Bali [BRZ], she is 50% in the money from two starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#9 Marketplaceofideas [GB]  +  #1 Loveontheleftbank  +  #3 Parts Gold  +  #5 Calla. 

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#9 Marketplaceofideas  /  #1 Loveontheleftbank,  #3 Parts Gold  /  #1,  #3,   #5 Calla,  #6 Smartest,  #8 Take Dat  /  ALL.

Best of luck with all your Superfecta Sunday plays.

  

A Little South Florida Turf on Stakes Saturday

 Going to the Turf for Stakes Saturday action. We look at a nice Stakes race in South Florida.

Gulfstream Park Race 11 {Sweetest Chant Stakes~1 1/16 mile~TURF~3 year-old~Fillies~Stakes}

A talented field of ten will hit the green in this annual affair.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

A strikingly good field will face off against one another in this highly competitive race. Only two will try the Gulfstream Turf for the first time. Another two will stretch out to this distance. There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace. Speed figs are very close. All have races over Turf. It should be one of the best races on the Gulfstream card.

#3 Brat Pack (J. Ruiz / Motion) will be making her third career start. She comes in with the fourth highest last out speed number and three strong peaking workouts. This gal has won over the Gulfstream course. Look for her to be in the tracker pack. A daughter of Gun Runner, she is 100% in the money from two starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#8 Sister Troienne (M. Gutierrez / B. Lynch) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and two superb Turf workouts. She is undefeated over the Turf, at the distance, and on the course. Look for her to be forwardly placed near the pace. A daughter of Munnings, she is 100% in the money from five starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#2 Surprise Ending (Gaffalione / B. Walsh) will be making her second career start with the third highest (tie) last out speed number and two sound workouts over the Turf. She will be stretching out to this distance. This gal will take up a tracking position. A daughter of Bolt d'Oro, she has a 100%-win rate from her only start.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#6 Storms Wake (L. Saez / B. Lynch) is another tracker that will be stretching out to this distance. She shares the third highest last out speed number and has put in two fine Turf workouts. This gal loves the Turf. A daughter of Oscar Performance, she is 75% in the money from four starts.

#10 Aggressive Lime (I. Ortiz / B. Cox) should track the pace closely. She comes to the race with a decent speed fig on a win. Four solid works add to her prep. She will try the Gulfstream course for the first time. A daughter of Authentic, she has a 66%-win rate from three starts.

#4 Spicy Princess (Alvarado / Biancone) holds the second highest last out speed number and one decent workout. She will be in the midst of the tracker pack looking to strike in the stretch. This lady relishes the Turf, distance, and course. A daughter of Tapit, she is 62% in the money from eight starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#3 Brat Pack  ///  #8 Sister Troienne,  #2 Surprise Ending,  #6 Storms Wake,  #10 Aggressive Lime,  #4 Spicy Princess.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#8,  #2,  #6,  #10,  #4  ///  #3 Brat Pack.

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

Superfecta Sunday on the Turf

 We take in a fantastic Turf race down in Tampa on this Superfecta Sunday.

Tampa Bay Downs Race 9 {1 mile~TURF~4-year-old Up~Allowance}

A good field of ten will hit the grass in the lucky last on the card.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

There is sufficient speed to produce an honest pace in this race. Only three will try the Tampa Turf for the first time. All have gone the mile distance. Speed numbers are fairly close making it competitive race. It should be a fine race to wager and watch.

#10 Tux (D. Centeno / Mott) will be making the switch from dirt to Turf. This lad should track the pace closely and spring into the stretch. He enters the race after an extended layoff. Four superb workouts add to his capability. Sound trainer stats for surface switch and layoff indicate that he is well positioned for the win. A son of Tapit, he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#9 Chicago Theatre (Morales / Proctor) should set-up right behind the speed. He comes to the race with the second highest last out speed number and one decent workout. This guy loves the Turf, distance, and course. A son of Medaglia d'Oro, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

#7 Thundering (Marin / Ryan) holds the highest (tie) last out speed number and one sound workout. Look for him to track the pace closely. He has strong performances on the Turf, at the distance, and on the course. A son of Mosier, he is 54% in the money from eleven starts.

#6 Noble Factor (A. Gallardo / Arriagada) should be part of the large tracker pack getting position. He holds the third highest last out speed number. This guy is another that loves the Turf, distance, and course. A son of The Factor, he is 83% in the money from twelve starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#1 Growth Capital (Rojas / Vargas) should be forwardly placed. He has a 75% win rate over the Tampa course. This guy raced at a slightly longer distance last out. He relishes the Turf and distance. A son of War Front, he is 52% in the money from nineteen starts.

#5 Old Flag [IRE] (Menesses / McGoey) shares the highest last out speed number and has put in a decent workout. He has progressively improved his speed figs in his last three races. A son of US Navy Flag, he is 33% in the money from twenty-four starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#10 Tux  +  #9 Chicago Theatre  +  #7 Thundering  +  #6 Noble Factor.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($5.60)

#10 Tux  /  #9 Chicago Theatre,  #7 Thundering  /  #9,  #7,  #6 Noble Factor,  #1 Growth Capital,  #5 Old Flag [IRE]  /  ALL.

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

Stakes Saturday at the Pegasus World Cup Races

 We look at one of the races on the Pegasus World Cup on this Stakes Saturday.

Gulfstream Park Race 12 {Pegasus W.C. Turf Invitational~G1~1 1/8 mile~TURF~4 year-old Up~Graded Stakes}

A full field of twelve will hit the grass in this annual grade one.

Past Performances used:  DRF Classic.

There is some speed in this race should keep the pace rolling. Speed figs are exceptionally close making it super competitive. Six millionaires are in the race. Only five entrants will be trying the Gulfstream Turf for the first time. Two will be stretching out to the distance. It should be one of the best races on an extremely superb card.

#4 One Stripe [SAf] (Lerena / Motion) will be stretching out to this distance with a powerful workout readying him. He comes in with the fourth highest (4-way tie) last out speed number where he captured first over the Gulfstream course. This lad should track the pace closely and strike in the stretch. A son of One World [SAf], he is 66% in the money from twelve starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#2 Program Trading (Prat / C. Brown) is the morning line favorite and deservedly son. He holds the highest speed number at the distance and has turned up four methodical workouts. He is another that will track the pace closely. This guy will try the Gulfstream course for the first time. A millionaire son of Lope de Vega [IRE], he is 80% in the money from ten starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#10 Cugino (J. Velazquez / McGaughey) is another that will track the pace closely. This guy holds the highest last out speed number and two solid workouts. He loves the Turf, distance, and course. This runner has hit the board in all three of his starts at this distance. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 78% in the money from fourteen starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Almendares [GB] (Rispoli / D'Amato) comes in from California with a decent last out speed number and four strong workouts. He should be part of the tracker pack seeking good position. He has run at the distance but will be his first attempt over the course. A son of Havana Grey, he is 70% in the money from twenty starts.

#8 Cabo Spirit (M. Smith / Papaprodromou) comes to the race with the second highest last out speed number and one sound workout. This guy will be the speed and could hold on for a piece of the purse. He relishes the distance. It will be his first try over the course. A millionaire son of Pioneer of the Nile, he is 53% in the money from thirty-nine starts.

#7 Major Dude (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) has the tactical speed to adjust to the pace. He comes in with a good last out speed number and three consistent workouts. It will be his first effort over the Gulfstream course. This lad loves the Turf and distance. A millionaire son of Bolt d'Oro, he is 66% in the money from twenty-six starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#4 One Stripe [SAf]  ///  #2 Program Trading,  #10 Cugino,  #5 Almendares [GB],  #8 Cabo Spirit,  #7 Major Dude.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#2,  #10,  #5,  #8,  #7  ///  #4 One Stripe [SAf].

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

Superfecta Sunday on the Synthetic

 We go to South Florida to take in the "Lucky Last" which has been changed from Turf to Synthetic.

Gulfstream Park Race 10 {1 1/16 mile~Tapeta~3 year-old~Fillies~Maiden Special Weight}

A full field of twelve fillies will hit the synth in this competitive race, in an attempt to secure their first victory.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

This one comes up a little light on speed. Expect some jostling in the stretch as these gals try to cross the wire in first. Speed figs are fairly close. Only three have run over the Tapeta. Two first time starters make their appearance. It should be a fantastic race to wager and watch.

#6 Celebrity Warrior [IRE] (I. Ortiz / Pletcher) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and four good consistent workouts. She should be the speed of the field as he attempts to wire the field. It will be her first run over the Tapeta. A daughter of Saxon Warrior [JPN], he is 66% in the money from three starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Alibi (J. Alvarado / C. Brown) should be part of the tracker pack seeking to make her run. She ran fourth in her most recent run earning a decent speed fig. Four sound workouts helps her cause. She will try the Tapeta course for the first time. A daughter of Munnings, she is 50% in the money from two starts.

#1 Viking Quest (J. Velazquez / Robson) could be forwardly placed challenging the leader. She holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and one essential workout. This gal will be making her third start in the form cycle. A daughter of Ten Sovereigns [IRE], she will attempt to hit the board for the first time.

#12 Tender Temper (J. Ruiz / Walden) comes to the race with the third highest last out speed number and three superb workouts. She will be part of the tracker pack. Another trying the Tapeta for the first time. A daughter of Constitution, she will attempt to hit the board in her second start.

Other Wagering Interests

#11 Enjoying (Castellano / Motion) is a first-time starter with a strong group of four workouts. Jockey / Trainer stats show that this team could bring this lady close to the win possibly hit the board. A daughter of Midshipman, she should outrun her odds.

#4 Devilish Grin (Zayas / Weaver) comes in with an ok last out speed number in a stakes race and four efficient workouts. This gal has experience over the Tapeta. Look for her to part of the tracker pack. A daughter of Daredevil, she is 60% in the money from five starts.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#6 Celebrity Warrior [IRE]  +  #5 Alibi  +  #1 Viking Quest  +  #12 Tender Temper.

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($7.20)

#6 Celebrity Warrior [IRE]  /  #5 Alibi,  #1 Viking Quest  /  #5,  #1,  #12 Tender Temper,  #11 Enjoying,  #4 Devilish Grin  /  ALL.

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

Superfecta Sunday at Santa Anita

 We take in a graded Turf stakes out at that "Great Race Place" near the San Gabriel Mountains.

Santa Anita Park {Las Cienegas Stakes~G3~6 1/2 Furlongs~downhill Turf~4 year-old up~Filiies/Mares~Graded Stakes}

A talented field of nine will trot up the hillside course and launch down it.

Pat Performances used:  Equibase.

#1 Queen Maxima (JJ Hernandez / Mullins) is the deserved favorite with the highest last out speed number and three high octane peaking workouts. She excels over the Turf, at the distance, and over the downhill course. She has the tactical speed to adjust her run as the pace develops. She should emerge as the winner. A daughter of Bucchero, she is 75% in the money from twelve starts.

W/P/S--no value. We will shift to an exacta play as outlined below.

#6 Miss Lizzy (Jaramillo / O'Neill) holds the second highest (tie) last out speed number and three sharp peaking workouts. This gal should be part of the tracker pack as they drop onto the main Turf course. She is good on the Turf, at the distance, and over the course. A daughter of Classic Empire, she is 60% in the money from twenty-three starts.

#8 Nay V. Belle (Rispoli / Glatt) also has tactical speed to adjust to the pace. She shares the second highest last out speed number and has put in three solid peaking workouts. She relishes the Turf and distance, but it will be her first effort over the downhill course. A daughter of Midshipman, she is 53% in the money from fifteen starts.

#3 Princesa Moche [PER] (Demuro / O'Neill) has improved her speed figs in each of her last three races earning the fourth highest last out speed number at a route. She has put in four strong peaking workouts. This gal will be chasing her third win in a row. She should track the pace closely. A daughter of Muwaary [GB], she is 51% in the money from thirty-seven starts.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Omnipotent [BRZ] (Kimura / D'Amato)has repeated her last two speed figs as she stretches out to this distance. She should be in the tracker pack as they stampede downhill. Four superb peaking workouts add to her luster. This gal will attempt the downhill course for the first time. A daughter of Hat Trick [JPN], she is 58% in the money from twelve starts.

#2 Egyptian Mau [SAf] (M. Smith / Drysdale) should track and close into a significant pace. She posted a good last out speed number crossing the line first. Four superb peaking workouts increase her chances to hit the board. She fancies the Turf, distance, and downhill course. A daughter of Fire Away, she is 63% in the money from eleven starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Queen Maxima  ///  #6,  #8,  #3,  #5,  #2.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#6,  #8,  #3,  #5,  #2  ///  #1 Queen Maxima.

10 CENT Superfecta Box ($2.40)

#1 Queen Maxima  +  #6 Miss Lizzy  +  #8 Nay V. Belle  +  #3 Princesa Moche [PER].

10 CENT Superfecta Straight ($4.80)

#1 Queen Maxima  /  #6 Miss Lizzy,  #8 Nay V. Belle  /  #6,  #8,  #3 Princessa Moche [PER],  #5 Omnipotent [BRZ],  #2 Egyptian Mau [SAf]  /  ALL.

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

  

On the Derby Trail in Arkansas

 Happy New Year to all!!!

Happy Birthday to all our Equine hero's.

As we start the New Year, we look at a race on the Kentucky Derby trail!

Oaklawn Park Race 10 {Smarty Jones Stakes~1 1/16 mile~3 year-old~Stakes}

As a result of one scratch the field will be just eight going to the gate.

Past Performances used:  Equibase.

All of the entrants will run over the Oaklawn track for the first time. Two will stretch out to the distance. There is enough speed to carry the pace forward. Speed numbers are very close. Three in the race will be seeking their third win in a row. It should be a great start for all the three-year-olds seeking points for a start in the 2026 Kentucky Derby.

#1 Universe (Rosario / McPeek) should track the pace closely. He holds the secnd highest (tie) last out speed number and two superb peaking workouts. This guy love the dirt and distance. His last race was a grade-two event. A son of Global Campaign, he is 100% in the money from four starts.

$2 WIN  /  $3 PLACE  /  $5 SHOW.

#5 Rancho Santa Fe (Geroux / B. Cox) is the deserved favorite with third highest (tie) last out speed number and four robust workouts. This lad is undefeated over the dirt and distance. Look for him to track the pace and strike in the stretch. A son of Tapit, he has a win rate of 100% from two starts.

$2 PLACE  /  $3 SHOW.

#6 Oscars Hope (Santana / Amoss) will stretch out as he tracks the pace closely. He loves the dirt as her seeks his third win in a row. He comes in with the highest last out speed number and three tremendous workouts. A son of Twirling Candy, he is 100% in the money from five starts.

$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#9 Sleepingonfreedom (B. Hernandez / McPeek) is another seeking his third win in a row. This guy relishes the dirt and distance. He should be amongst the pack tracking the pace closely. He shares the third highest last out speed number and three hearty peaking workouts. A son of Independence Hall, he is 100% in the money from three starts.

#4 Silent Tactic (J. Torres / M. Casse) exits a grade three hitting second with a decent speed fig and three solid workouts. He loves the dirt and distance. Expect him to track the pace and hit the stretch running. A son of Tacitus, he is 100% in the money from two starts.

#7 Strategic Risk (Castellano / M. Casse) should show tactical speed as the pace develops. He comes to the race with the fourth highest last out speed number and three well-done workouts. This guy is decent over the dirt and at the distance. A son of Noble Bird, he is 60% in the money from five starts.

$1 Exacta Wheel ($5.00)

#1 Universe  ///  #5 Rancho Santa Fe,  #6 Oscars Hope,   #9 Sleepingonfreedom,  #4 Silent Tactic,  #7 Strategic Risk.

Reverse the Wheel ($5.00)

#5,  #6,  #9, #4,  #7  /// #1 Universe.

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