A PEEK AT THE PROGRAM–MONDAY, MARCH 12

Some insights into tonight’s racing program

(the lost hour of sleep may be used as a pathetic alibi)

1^ST RACE – (5) FLIRTSWELL took failed shot in Round 1 of Petticoat, but overmatched. Ought to appreciate class relief and being included in blank opener.

3^RD RACE – (8) DIAMONDTOOTHGERTIE did torch money in first round of Petticoat, taking air in slow back (but overall decent mile). Gazed despite draw.

4^TH RACE – (3) KEYSTONE PHOENIX did pass a few in eight-hole season debut. Have to think substantial venue relief works going up against solid returnee.

5^TH RACE – (1) AMERIMAN tries it second pole/second Lasix/second nod. Went evenly in that try and surmised to be bit tighter this time around, tepid shot.

6^TH RACE – (3) D G’S ELSA was a handy, ‘peeked’ victress in opening leg of Petticoat. Well-placed to leave gate once again, we stay aboard one more time.

7^TH RACE – (4) DALI DELIGHT was one of this missive handier endorsees in taking her opener of series. Solid, front-end effort then, suspect same M-O here.

8^TH RACE – (7) LATE MAIL N draws awful each try, then races well each try. ‘Peeked’ winner at this restricted level week ago, no reason to abandon now.

10^TH RACE – (5) MAKASI prevented us from a perfect 7-for-7 last Monday night. Price then, gonna be again with continuing task of finding his way into fray.

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$2 +/- (thru Thu., Mar. 8) – 54 wins ($507.40)

from 265 ($530) selex (-$22.60, hangin’ around despite skepticism)

highest-priced winner – MACHTU N ($33.80)

lowest-priced winners – SOTO/POINT SOMEWHERELSE ($2.70 each)

BY FRANK DRUCKER,

Publicity Director, Empire City @ Yonkers Raceway

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