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Los Alamitos Handicappers’ Racing Report

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 2016 · Les Onaka – Handicapper/Clocker

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Abbreviations:

(Q)        Qualifier/Workout

(BTL)    Better Than Looked

Note:    Horses are listed in order of preference.

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RACE 1

LES ONAKA’S EARLY PICK 4

SMALL TICKET

1^st race    (1,5,8)               2^nd race   (1,3)                3^rd race   (3,4,5,7)                   4^th race   (7,8)             TOTAL  $  48.00

LARGE TICKET

1^st race   (1,5,8)                2^nd race   (1,3,7)              3^rd race  (3,4,5,7)                    4^th race  (2,7,8)          TOTAL  $108.00

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HORSES TO WATCH:

ARCTIC CODE broke alertly, could not clear for the early lead, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-3 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.00 opening quarter), followed the winner’s path, finished out clearly 2^nd best! Final 1/8 clocked in 6.38 final 1/16. Prior effort he got loose in the post parade, bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-4 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.42 opening quarter), put in a big 3-wide run mid-final turn, rallied to the front at midstretch, just missed (tough loss). Versatile performer figures to be facing a quick early pace.

MISTY’S BEST BET bumped at the start, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.42 opening quarter), battled the length of the stretch, just up for the score (6.21 final 1/16). Prior effort he broke well, fanned 5-6 lanes wide mid-backside (-2 lengths) chasing the lone speed winner, -3 lengths entering the stretch, gamely kept to his task to the end. Sharp thoroughbred will be to beat if he can clear his inside rivals.

AVADO (Santa Anita) bumped at start, quick in stride (lead), fanned 7-8 lanes wide near the far turn (dropping back -4 lengths), fanned 5-wide mid-final turn, -7 lengths mid-final turn, tired understandably down the lane at 6 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Class dropper definitely that one. He fits much better and carries hidden gate speed. SHORTENS UP TOO.

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OTHERS:

TOUGH RAY broke well, dueled 3-wide (part of a 4-horse speed duel) mid-backside, caught in tight quarters (shuffled back0 to the far turn (22.40 opening quarter), -4 lengths entering the stretch (4-wide), traveled evenly down the lane (toss it out) vs. eventual $5,000-claiming winner TRIBAL NOTE (51.76 winner). Prior effort he broke -2 lengths slow, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-4 lengths), -5 lengths near the far turn (21.98 opening quarter), lacked a rally entering the stretch (toss it out).

HIGHLY CYNICAL broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.01 opening quarter), -3 lengths entering the stretch, gamely kept to his task to the end (6.11 final 1/16) vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -4 lengths near the far turn (21.90 opening quarter), 4-wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to his task to the end. He loses O Santos…..

ANYTHINGTOGETEVEN broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (–6 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (22.00 opening quarter), -7 lengths mid-final turn, 4-wide entering the stretch, rallied too late (improving his position late) thru the 6.38 final 1/16. Prior effort he swerved out at the start, racing 6-wide mid-backside, fanned 5-wide entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, just missed. Formerly trained by A Soto.

ZIRONDELLE broke in, bumped at the start, -5 lengths mid-backside, -4 lengths near the far turn (22.31 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort he bumped at the start, losing -2 lengths, chased the 4-horse speed duel mid-backside (-5 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (21.95 opening quarter), rallied to the front at midstretch, gradually pulled clear late vs. easier.

CABALLO BONITO broke -1 lengths slow, could not keep up mid-backside. Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling leaders mid-backside, lagged -9 lengths near the far turn.

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RACE 2

HORSES TO WATCH:

ROYALS ROYCING (Santa Anita) broke well, chased the 3-horse speed duel mid-backside (-3 lengths), -4 lengths around the far turn (21.71 opening quarter), -5 lengths mid-final turn, lacked a rally entering the stretch at 6 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort she broke well, -5 lengths mid-backside, -5 lengths near the far turn (22.46 opening quarter), raced 5-6 lanes wide entering the stretch, finished out with good energy at 5 ½ furlongs. She returns to his competitive class level and figures for a good trip!

TOONZ broke out at the start, quick in stride, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-1 length), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), -2 lengths (3-wide) entering the stretch, rallied to the front at midstretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.71 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-1 length), -2 lengths mid-final turn, gamely kept to her task to the end. She improves her post and looks ultra tough right back.

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LADY DELANEY broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), -3 lengths mid-final turn, 3-wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to her task to the end (clearly 2^nd best) thru the 6.48 final 1/16. Prior effort she broke out, bumped at the start, dueled between rivals near the far turn (22.03 opening quarter), dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, tired understandably in deep stretch (6.58 final 1/16). Improving mare captured 5-races back in 2014….

HAYLEY’S GRAY broke well, sprinted +4 lengths clear near the far turn (22.26 opening quarter), +5 length advantage entering the stretch, was all-out to win clear late (24.35 final 1/4.). Prior effort she broke well, sprinted +3 lengths clear near the far turn (22.06 opening quarter), losing her advantage entering the stretch, tired understandably at midstretch. Speedster improves her post must respect her early speed.

SMART SUZZET broke well, quick in stride (lead), dueled inside one rival mid-backside, dropped back -1 length as the pace quickened near the far turn, dropped back -5 lengths as the pace quickened mid-final turn, lacked a rally down the lane at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. She fits much better at this lower class level.

RACHELS BELLE broke well, racing 6-lanes wide mid-backside (-6 lengths), -12 lengths near the far turn (toss it out) in her comeback. She took good betting support in that one. Better is forecast with the comeback under her belt.

NO GAMES broke -1 length slow, trailed, racing 5-6 lanes wide mid-backside (chasing the dueling pair), raced-5 lengths near the far turn, raced wide throughout (toss it out). Prior effort she broke well, fanned 9 lanes wide early, rushed, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.46 opening quarter), dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, got tired at midstretch. She raced wide last 2 races…..

SUMALEE broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), raced -7 lengths around the far turn, lacked a rally entering the stretch.

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RACE 3

HORSES TO WATCH:

OUR NEW FLASH (Los Alamitos) broke -1 length slow, chased the dueling pair near the far turn (-6 lengths), raced -7 lengths (21.89 opening quarter), 4-wide entering the stretch, traveled evenly down the lane at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort he broke off balance at the start, losing -3 lengths, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-5 lengths), put in a good run around the far turn, 4-wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to his task to the end at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Class dropper will relish the shorter distance.

BITUIN broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-1 length), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.50 opening quarter), -5 lengths entering the stretch, followed the winner’s path down the lane (23.54 final ¼) at 870. Prior effort (5-furlongs) she broke well, dueled between rivals near the far turn, caught in tight quarters (steadied back) around the far turn, lacked the needed response entering the stretch after losing his best chance. She got his speed sharpened in last!

INDY DEVIL’S ARMS (Los Alamttos) broke out at the start, unhurried early, challenged outside 2-rivals around the 1^st turn, battled for command thru the 24.43 opening half, gained the slim advantage near the final turn (48.73 opening half), dropped back around the far turn at one mile. She may take to the shorter distance.

AFFIRMTHETHUNDER broke in, bumped at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-3 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.96 opening quarter), -3 lengths entering the stretch, got tired in deep stretch. Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-10 lengths), -12 lengths near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), lacked a rally down the lane. Fresh performer returns with a series of average works.

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OTHERS:

FORT ATTICUS (Los Alamitos) broke well, raced -5 lengths near the far turn (chasing the 3-horse speed duel), stopped at midstretch at 5 furlongs. CHECK OUT HIS RECENT BLAZING 45.2 work on 01/02.

LANA CAPRINA broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-8 lengths), -10 lengths near the far turn (4-wide), 5-wide entering the stretch, lacked a rally down the lane (23.54 final ¼) vs. BETUINI and company.

GATES OF ZION shortens up and class drops routing. Takes off the blinkers.

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RACE 4

HORSES TO WATCH:

STRAGHT BOURBON (Golden Gate) broke well, quick in stride, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-1 length), dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.76 opening quarter), gained the slim advantage mid-final turn, losing lead entering the stretch, tired understandably at midstretch at 6 furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort he broke well, shook loose (+2 lengths) mid-backside, +3 length advantage near the far turn (22;07 opening quarter), +1 length advantage entering the stretch, losing lead at midstretch (tiring) at 6 furlongs.

22. CAPPUCCINO broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-4 lengths), -4 lengths near the far turn (22.15 opening quarter), angled out 3-wide to clear entering the stretch, collared the leader at midstretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.32 final 1/16) vs. soft maidens. Prior effort he was caught in tight quarters (losing -4 lengths), chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-7 lengths), -8 lengths near the far turn, finished out with good energy. One of forty one performer appears to have confidents in his corner now!

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OTHERS:

GEMMABETO (Golden Gate) broke -2 lengths slow, lagged -10 lengths (chasing the lone speed runner) mid-backside, -12 lengths around the far turn, -14 lengths mid-final turn, gamely kept to his task down the lane at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (Golden Gate) he broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -1 length near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), lacked the needed response entering the stretch at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. He is capable of much better and will relish the shorter distance and class drop.

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SYNCHROTRON bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, shook loose (+2 lengths) mid-backside, controlled the 21.98 opening quarter), was hard pressed entering the stretch, losing his advantage at the top of the lane, out-finished for 2^nd . Prior effort he broke well, dueled outside one rival mid-backside, shook loose (+2 lengths) near the far turn (21.93 opening quarter), +2 length advantage at midstretch, lacked the needed response near the wire. Speedster claimed from J Moreno. Come and catch him to collect….

RACE 5

LES ONAKA’S LATE PICK 4

SMALL TICKET

5^th race    (4,6,7)                   6^th race    (1,5)                     7^th race    (ALL)                    8^th race   (6)              TOTAL  $  36.00

LARGE TICKET

5^th race   (4,6,7)                   6^th race    (1,5)                    7^th race   (ALL)                      8^th race   (1,3,6)       TOTAL  $108.00

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HORSES TO WATCH:

HEARTBREAK HONEY (Del Mar) broke well, caught in tight quarters (shuffled back) early, dropped back -10 lengths (chasing the dueling pair), -10 lengths near the far turn (22.45 opening quarter), closed the gap mid-final turn, lacked the needed response entering the stretch at 6 furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort she was caught in tight quarters (bumped) shortly after the start, losing -4 lengths, raced -7 lengths near the far turn (21.94 opening quarter), -5 lengths (4-wide) nearing the far turn, rallied strong for the score vs. strong maidens. Fresh thoroughbred returns with a series of good stamina works!

AMERICAN CHARM broke well, racing 6-7 lanes wide mid-backside (chasing the dueling pair), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), -4 lengths mid-final turn, angled out 5-wide to clear entering the stretch, rallied too late (6.22 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the 4-horse speed duel mid-backside (-4 lengths), raced in traffic around the far turn, angled out 4-wide to clear entering the stretch, rallied the front at midstretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.61 final 1/16). 3-back he broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-7 lengths), -11 lengths near the far turn (22.14 opening quarter), 5-wide entering the stretch, rallied too late. She has raced wide last 4. A win would have come to no surprise….

HERE COMES BOBBIE broke well, dueled 3-wide early, shook loose (+1 length) mid-backside, controlled the quick 21.2 opening quarter), +2 length advantage at midstretch, just missed (tough loss) vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner SUMMER SUNRISE. Prior effort she broke out, bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), put in a good run (3-wide/challenging) near the far turn, shook loose (+2 lengths) entering the stretch, gradually pulled clear late vs. MAIDENS. Claimed from G Morales. Must respect right back.

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OTHERS:

SWEET POTATO PIE broke well, chased the dueling pair (-2 lengths) mid-backside, -2 lengths near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), found a rail opening entering the stretch, rallied to the front at the top of the lane, shook loose (+1 length) at midstretch, nailed late vs. 2 for 40 winner. Barn is getting hot!

MONTEREY LEGACY broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-3 lengths), -4 lengths near the far turn (22.26 opening quarter), dropped back -5 lengths mid-final turn, battled back and just missed vs. tiring winner at 870. Prior effort she swerved out at the start, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), gained the slim advantage mid-final turn, got tired in deep stretch. She definitely got her speed sharpened in last.

ROCKET RHEA stumbled at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), raced 3-4 lanes wide mid-final turn, finished out with good energy (6.36 final 1/16) vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner TOONZ. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-4 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn, 3-wide entering the stretch, finished gamely (6.72 final 1/16).

BOLD DECISION broke in at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths near the far turn, lagged -12 lengths mid-final turn, finished out with good energy vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner FRECCIA DI ORO (53.12 winner). Prior effort she bumped at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-8 lengths), raced -9 lengths around the far turn, traveled evenly down the lane.

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RACE 6

HORSES TO WATCH:

MANE EVENT (17.93) broke -3/4 length slow, caught in tight quarters (bumped) at the gap, -2 ½ lengths past the gap, leveled too late (9.82 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.80) he broke -1 length slow, drifted in at the gap, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong (9.68 final 1/8). 3-back (16.72) he broke -1/2 length slow, drifted out early, gained the advantage past the 1/16 pole, held strong (9.62 final 1/8). Consistent performer appears the one to beat!

SOLO JESS SENOR (18.00) broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, gamely kept to his task and finished out clearly 2^nd best (running along the slower inside portion of the track) vs. a troubled MANE EVENT. Prior effort (15.41) he broke in at the start, losing -3/4 length, drifted out early, caught in tight quarters past the gap, cleared midway, put in a big run (lead) past the 1/16 pole, gradually pulled clear late (9.99 final 1/8) vs. $8,000-claimers. HE RETURNS TO HIS WINNING CLASS LEVEL!

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OTHERS:

QUARTER MON ACTION broke -1/2 length slow, drifted in early, drifted in (bumped) at the gap, raced -1 length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final ½ vs. SOLO JESS SENOR and company. Prior effort (16.88) he broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, drifted in all the way past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.68 final 1/8). 3-back (17.81) he broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, gained the advantage past the gap, gradually pulled clear late (rail). 17-time lifetime winner must improve recent outing….

MADOGO intermountain shipper sport a recent turn and work (12.8) on 12/15. Jockey/trainer combination scored with a shipper from New Mexico LOS PLAN B) last weekend. A toteboard check is advised.

WALK THE DOG (15.81) fractious in gate, was moving as the gates opened, broke in, bumped at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, finished well (running behind horses) thru the 9.91 final 1/8. Prior effort he broke -1/2 length slow, raced -1 length drifted in (losing path) past the 1/16 pole, not ridden properly (had run left crossing the wire). 3-back (17.91) he bumped, drifted out shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, drifted in midway, gamely kept to his task to the end.

CASH COLT (17.93) bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, raced -3/4 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.73 final 1/8) over the slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow).

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RACE 7

HORSES TO WATCH:

FIRST N FINAL (15.46) bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, bumped early, caught in tight quarters (bumped) midway, never cleared (finished out full of run) and SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.90 final 1/8. Prior effort (19.90) she bumped at the start, losing -1 length, caught in tight quarters (bumped repeatedly) to the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.76 final 1/8). 3-back (15.53) she balked at loading, broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held strong (9.74 final 1/8). Trouble prone performer may only needs a clear trip to win!

CHOWCHILLA STELTH (17.97) fractious in gate, broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, wide path, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, losing path midway, gamely kept to his task to the end (actually just missed 2^nd) vs. eventual $16,000-claiming winner FREAKISH. Prior effort (17.12) he broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held strong (favorably drawn). 3-back (15.56) he bumped, drifted out shortly after the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end. He improves his post!

CHECK UP (16.79) broke well, quick in stride (lead) +1 length advantage past the gap, lugged in (4-5 lanes) midway, crushed her field with SPEED TO SPARE over the ‘slower-than-normal racing surface (-1 length slow) when taking advantage fast outside portion of the track vs. productive field (PURE POLLITICAL came back and captured an $8,000-claiming event in 16.98). Prior effort (15.58) she broke in at the start, losing -3/4 length, bumped early, raced -1 length past the gap, put in a big run midway (lead), just missed (10.04 final 1/8). 3-back (15.64) she broke in at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end. Sharp now, but must maintain a straight course (lugged in last 4).

COACH CARTER (15.44) broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, put in a big run past the gap (-1 length), gamely kept to his task to the end (4-way photo finish) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (17.00) he broke off balance at the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, right there past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.68 final 1/8). Trouble prone performer must flee the rail…..

STRIVING (16.98) broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing -3/4 length, quick in stride, right there past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.85 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal ‘racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (17.99) he broke off balance, bumped (pushed in) shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to his task (not beaten badly for 2^nd). 3-back (17.86) he balked at loading, broke -1/2 length slow, raced -1 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end. Throw this one in the mix!

JIM IVORY (18.13) broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards vs. eventual $16,000-claiming winner FREAKISH. Prior effort (20.37) he broke -1 length slow, bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, raced -1 length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards. He is coming off a series of troubled trips.

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RACE 8

HORSES TO WATCH:

IMA POLARIS (16.58) broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, put in a big run (lead) past the 1/16 pole, gradually pulled clear late (9.60 final 1/8) when posting night’s fastest of 4 (next fastest was clocked in 17.00 set by FREAKISH. Note older allowance winner VALIANT ENERGY went in 16.91 later that evening. (Q) 12/08 BEST over NO REAL SECRET (18.1-18.3) Worked inside. Hesitated, bumped (hard) at the start, quick in stride (lead), +1 ½ length advantage pas the gap, finished strong under light pressure. Winning by +5 lengths. GRADE: A- DRILL He loses J Ayala but appears the one to BEAT!

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OTHERS:

SIXARUN BABE (16.86) broke well, quick in stride (lead), drifted in near the gap, flashed good speed, held strong (9.68 final 1/8) vs. easier. Prior effort (15.54) she bumped hard at the start, losing -3/4 length, pushed in (2-lanes), raced -3/4 length past the gap, put in a big run (lead) past the 1/16 pole, held strong (9.73 final 1/8). 3-back (15.53) she broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held strong (9.73 final 1/8) vs. easier. Razor sharp performer will be seeking his 4^th straight win!

ALTANERO WAYS (15.58) balked at loading, broke off balance at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held strong when favorably drawn (9.82 final 1/8). Prior effort (15.36) he broke off balance, drifted in, bumped shortly after the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held strong (9.85 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). 3-back (15.50) he broke in at the start, quick in stride (lead), held strong vs. EASIER. Here’s another sharp performer (seeking his 4^th consecutive win).

IMA PICKENS broke -3/4 length slow, quick in stride, raced -2 lengths past the gap (losing path) in a race to be tossed out vs. 2015 4-time winner FRONT CENTER. Prior effort (15.29) she broke in (2-lanes) shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -1 length at the gap, put in a big run (lead) past the 1/16 pole, held strong (9.87 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Mare fits much better on the class drop.

CANELO BABY (15.72) broke -3/4 length slow, raced -1 length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (running along the slower inside portion of the track). Prior effort (15.41) he bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, right there midway, continued strong to the end (9.87 final 1/8). 3-back (15.85) he broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.82 final 1/8).

FIVE BAR SPORTIN MAN broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, caught in tight quarters (bumped) past the gap, leveled too late (9.82 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.91) he broke well, quick in stride, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.77 final 1/8).

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