Back to Keeneland on Friday

Thank goodness it is Friday.  Today we take a look at a nice graded stakes route for the ladies.

Keeneland Race 9 {Hillard Lyons Doubledogdare~G3~1 1/16 mile~4 year old Up~fillies/mares~Stakes}
A very splendid field of eight will make their start in this annual race.  Not much speed represented here which will make for a fascinating race.

#1 La Gran Bailadora (Lanerie / Maker) looks to be in fine form with the third highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and four fabulous workouts.  She should track the pace and pounce in the stretch.
$2 SHOW.

#7 Sea Level Drive (Graham / Arnold) will challenge with the fourth highest last out speed number, a three race progression, and three solid workouts.  She has amassed two wins from two races over the Keeneland course.  Another that can track and close.
$2 SHOW.

Other Wagering Interests

#5 Pachattack (Maragh / Motion) will be the favorite with the highest last out speed number prior to a five month layoff, was working on a four race progression and has put in four exhilarating, peaking workouts.  Clearly the one to beat.

#8 Joyful Victory (Albarado / Jones) will be a challenger with the second highest last out speed number, a four race progression, and two super swift workouts.  She should be forwardly placed, perhaps leading them on to the wire.

#4 Principal Role (Prado / Mott) has to be considered with a good racing career across the pond.  She principally ran longer routes over the sod with much success.  Now she makes the transition to the polytrack.  Could surprise with three quality works.

10 CENT Superfecta

#1 La Gran Bailadora / #7 Sea Level Drive / #5 Pachattack / #8 Joyful Victory, #4 Principal Role.



Thursday's Results
Keeneland R8.  Appalachian--G3.  Our first pick, Day at the Spa, won (1st) for show money of $2.20.  Our second pick, Regalo Mia, finished 3rd for show money of $3.00.
Superfecta went 1-4-8-6.
Bankroll grabs a few cents to rise to $16.72.