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Los Alamitos Handicappers’ Racing Report
SATURDAY, JANUARY 16, 2016 · Les Onaka – Handicapper/Clocker
R e p o r t S u m m a r y
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| RACE | 1st PICK | 2nd PICK | 3rd PICK |
| 1 | (4) MR. PETE GOT EVEN | (5) COP ALONG CASSIDY | (2) HOLIDAY FANTASY |
| 2 | (5) POLISHED SILVER | (1) SWISS GAME | (3) FLEW FLICKER |
| 3 | (3) TOSHEEN | (6) SOUL CRUSHER | (7) TWO PARTS |
| 4 | (4) ECLIPSE THROUGH TIME | (3) RACINGDOWNTHEHILL | (8) INPURSUIT |
| 5 | (4) ELUSIVE MISTRESS | (2) SHALLOT | (1) LADY DASH |
| 6 | (2) FIRSTANDLAST KISS | (3) SHALL BE FIRST | (6) FLYER FIRST CLASS |
| 7 | (6) STILL BEAUTIFUL | (3) RUDIGER | (1) JESS CHECK HIM OUT |
| 8 | (5) BORN A PRINCE | (4) ONE SWEET SHAZEE | (2) YA HEFFA |
ü BEST BETS OF THE EVENING: |
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BORN A PRINCE |
(8TH RACE) |
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« PRICE PLAY (Longshot): |
POLISHED SILVER (longshot) |
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ELUSIVE MISTRESS (longshot) |
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Abbreviations:
(Q) Qualifier/Workout
(BTL) Better Than Looked
Note: Horses are listed in order of preference.
RACE 1
| (4) MR. PETE CASSIDY | (5) COP ALONG CASSIDY | (2) HOLIDAY FANTASY |
LES ONAKA’S EARLY PICK 4
EARLY PICK 4
SMALL TICKET
1st race (2,4,5) 2nd race (1,5) 3rd race (3,6) 4th race (3,4,8) TOTAL $ 36.00
LARGE TICKET
1st race (2,4,5) 2nd race (1,3,5,6) 3rd race (3,6) 4th race (3,4,8) TOTAL $ 72.00
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HORSES TO WATCH:
PETE CASSIDY broke out at the start, quick in stride, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-4 lengths), raced -4 lengths near the far turn (22.51 opening quarter), battled the length of the stretch and just missed (tough loss) thru the solid 6.32 final 1/16 vs. eventual maiden winner MR CAPPUCCINO. Hails from powerful connections!
COP ALONG CASSIDY carried out shortly after the start, losing -1 length, racing 6-7 lanes wide mid-backside (-2 lengths), 5-wide to the far turn (2.56 opening quarter), 5-wide turning for home, 6-wide at the top of the lane, rallied to the front at midstretch, nailed (tough loss) and SHOULD HAVE WON. Prior effort he bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, LOSING -4 LENGTHS, raced -5 lengths near the far turn (22.39 opening quarter), angled out to clear at midstretch, rallied too late (SHOULD HAVE WON). HE LOSES R GUCE….
HOLIDAY FASTASY broke well, quick in stride, lugged out 7-8 lanes wide mid-backside (-5 lengths) chasing the dueling pair, raced 5-6 lanes wide near the far turn (22.15 opening quarter), -9 lengths entering the stretch, rallied too late (just missed 3rd) thru the 6.32 final 1/16. Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -4 lengths around the far turn, lacked the needed response entering the stretch thru the 6.32 final 1/16. Improving performer moves closer to the rail….
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OTHERS:
SILVER LOVE bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths near the far turn (22.51 opening quarter), 4-wide entering the stretch, traveled evenly down the lane (6.25 final 1/16). Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside, racing 5-6 lanes wide near the far turn, traveled evenly down the lane.
WALKIN INDY broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-1 length), caught in tight quarters around the far turn (22.56 opening quarter), lacked a rally at midstretch (6.41 final 1/16) vs. COP ALONG CASSIDY. Prior effort he broke off balance, bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths near the far turn (22.39 opening quarter), gamely kept to his task to the end. R Guce jumps aboard…..
PAP PAW WOLF bumped at the start, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.15 opening quarter), battled the length of the stretch, not beaten badly for 2nd (6.32 final 1/16). Prior effort he bumped at the start, dueled outside the eventual winner near the far turn (22.39 opening quarter), dropped back –3 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, got tired in deep stretch. He loses R Guce…..
SOME PERFECT MAN bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-5 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (22.15 opening quarter), racing 4-5 lanes wide mid-final turn, traveled evenly down the lane.
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RACE 2
| (5) POLISHED SILVER | (1) SWISS GAME | (3) FLEW FLICKER |
HORSES TO WATCH:
POLISHED SILVER bumped repeatedly (shuffled back) shortly after the start, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-7 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), gamely kept to his task to the end (should have been closer) thru the 6.34 final 1/16 vs. SWISS GAME. Prior effort he broke -2 lengths slow, dropped back -10 lengths (chasing the dueling pair) mid-backside, shuffled back to the far turn, 3-wide to clear entering the stretch, rallied too late (should have been much closer). 3-back he broke well, chased the 4-horse speed duel mid-backside (-5 lengths), raced in TRAFFIC (losing action) around the far turn, leveled too late. Late runner will be facing more speed (SWISS GAME/FLEW FLICKER/END OF TIME)….
SWISS GAME bobbled, swerved out shortly after the start, shook loose (+1 length) mid-backside, +1 length advantage around the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), was carried out 4-5 lanes entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, not beaten badly for it all. Prior effort he broke well, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), shook loose (+2 lengths) entering the stretch, held strong (6.31 final 1/16). Improves his post and returns to his winning post!
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OTHERS:
FLEW FLICKER broke out (2-3 lanes) at the start, -1 length early, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), drifted out (3-4 lanes) entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, got tired in deep stretch (6.34 final 1/16) vs. SWISS GAME. Prior effort he broke well, dueled inside one rival mid-backside, dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (21.93 opening quarter), battled back and proved best late (6.31 final 1/16). Game performer figures right in the hunt.
END OF TIME broke well dueled inside 2-rivals mid-backside, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.65 opening quarter), shook loose (+3 lengths) entering the stretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.49 final 1/16) vs. easier. Prior effort he broke well, dueled inside the eventual winner near the far turn (22.37 opening quarter), lacked the needed response in deep stretch vs. easier. He lands a tougher post with inside speed expecting to roll….
YANKEE MINISTER broke well, quick in stride, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (21.90 opening quarter), lacked a rally entering the stretch vs. eventual $3,200-claiming winner STRETCH (51.39 winner). Prior effort he broke out, bumped at the start, losing –1 length, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-4 lengths), -5 lengths entering the stretch, traveled evenly down the lane. What happened to his true speed…..
COLD BAY chased the 3-horse speed duel on the backside, lacked a rally entering the stretch.
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RACE 3
| (3) TOSHEEN | (6) SOUL CRUSHER | (7) TWO PARTS |
HORSES TO WATCH:
TOSHEEN (Santa Anita/Turf) broke well, close up early, lacked the needed response entering the stretch at 6 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (Del Mar) he broke out at the start, dueled inside 2-rivals mid-backside, dropped back -4 lengths as the pace quickened mid-final turn (4.524 opening quarter), lacked the needed response at midstretch at 7 furlongs. Class dropper will relish the shorter distance.
SOUL CRUSHER (Santa Anita) broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-1 length), -2 lengths near the far turn (21.95 opening quarter), -5 lengths mid-final turn, -6 lengths entering the stretch (rail), traveled evenly down the lane at 6 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals, Prior effort he broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-5 lengths), -4 lengths around the far turn, 4-wide to clear entering the stretch, rallied fastest of all for the score. Fresh thoroughbred carries a series of SOLID WORKS!
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OTHERS:
TWO PARTS broke well, dueled outside the eventual winner near the far turn (21.85 opening quarter), shook loose (+1 length) entering the stretch, lacked the needed response in deep stretch (rapid 6.15 final 1/16). Prior effort he broke well, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (21.96 opening quarter), shook loose (+1 length) entering the stretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.39 final 1/16). He shortens up (870 yards). Sharp performer appears good enough to win this one from off the pace….
MASTERS CIRCLE broke well, shook loose (+2 lengths) near the far turn (22.00 opening quarter), +4 length advantage entering the stretch, held gamely (6.38 final 1/16) at 4 ½ furlongs. Prior effort he broke well, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (21.96 opening quarter), dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, tired understandably at midstretch. Claimed from A Aquino. He shortens up to 870….
FAST TRACKING broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-3 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), lacked the needed response down the lane (6.51 final 1/16) vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner SWISS GAME. Prior effort he broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-3 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (22.10 opening quarter), 3-wide entering the stretch, rallied to the front at midstretch, gradually pulled clear late at 870 YARDS vs. EASIER.
LEGZEE broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-4 lengths), closed the gap near the far turn (-2 lengths back at this point), lacked the needed response at midstretch (rapid 22.90 final ¼). Better is forecast with local race under his belt.
FROG just got thru dusting off a weak maiden field (23.54 final ½) He will be facing multiple winners for the 1st time.
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RACE 4
| (4) ECLIPSE THROUGH TIME | (3) RACINGDOWNTHEHILL | (8) INPURSUIT |
HORSES TO WATCH:
ECLIPSE THROUGH TIME broke -1 length slow, caught in tight quarters early, losing path at the gap, cleared midway (-2 lengths), not abused, finished out full of run (behind horses) thru the 9.84 final 1/8 vs. better. Prior effort (15.57) he bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -2 lengths past the gap, leveled past the 1/16 pole, finished strong (9.90 final 1/8). 3-back (15.36) he broke -1 length slow, drifted in early, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, put in a big run (lead) past the 1/16 pole, continued strong for the score. Trouble-performer returns to his winning class level!
RACINGDOWNTHEHILL (15.51) broke in at the start, losing -3/4 length, bumped early, caught in tight quarters past the gap (-1 ½ length), leveled past the 1/16 pole, finished strong (SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.88 final 1/8 (rain). Prior effort (15.61) he broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, caught in tight quarters throughout, leveled too late. Despite all of his troubles he is getting closer to victory.
INPURSUIT broke in at the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -2 lengths past the gap, NOT ABUSED (running along the slower inside portion of the track) vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (16.89) he broke -1 length slow, raced -2 ½ lengths past the gap, leveled too late vs. tougher rivals. 3-back he bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, steadied back, not abused, was strangled down thru the final ½. CLASS DROPPER improves his post!
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OTHERS:
SHEZA FLIGHT RISK (15.71) broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, gained the advantage midway, held gamely (9.88 final 1/8) when favorably drawn vs. easier. Prior effort (15.65) she bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, -3/4 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end. Consistent performer remains at her competitive class level.
MODESTY (15.77) bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, bumped midway, kept to her task to the end (running behind horses) thru the 9.88 final 1/8) vs. SHEZA FLIGHT RISK and company. Prior effort (15.60) she broke in at the start, quick in stride, drifted in (2-3 lanes) to the gap, put in a big run (lead) midway, held gamely (10.04 final 1/8). She must flee the rail.
THE BIRDIE (Q15.74) broke well, quick in stride (lead), drifted in early, losing lead midway, kept to his task to the end vs. SHEZA FLIGHT RISK and company. Prior effort he broke well, quick in stride (lead), lugged in (bumped/losing lead) midway, caught in tight quarters (not ridden properly) past the 1/16 pole.
LET IT RAIN (15.94) swerved in, bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final ½ (9.90 final 1/8). Prior effort (15.68) she broke -1/2 length slow, quick in stride, right there past the gap, shifted in past the 1 1/16 pole, kept to her task to the end (10.04 final 1/8).
BRANDY AND CORONA broke -1 length slow, raced -2 ½ lengths past the gap vs. eventual $8,000-claiming winner CYPRIAT. Prior effort he hesitated at the start, losing -2 lengths.
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RACE 5
| (4) ELUSIVE MISTRESS | (3) SHALLOT | (1) LADY DASH |
LES ONAKA’S LATE PICK 4
SMALL TICKET
5th race (2,4) 6th race (2,3,4,5,6) 7th race (1,2,3,4,6) 8th race (5) TOTAL $ 50.00
LARGE TICKET
5th race (1,2,4) 6th race (2,3,4,5,6) 7th race (1,2,3,4,6) 8th race (5) TOTAL $ 75.00
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HORSES TO WATCH:
ELUSIVE MISTRESS broke well, settled into a good stride, chased the 3-horse speed duel mid-backside (-12 length), raced -10 lengths near the far turn (sizzling 21.54 opening quarter), closed the gap (-8 lengths) entering the stretch (rail), rallied too late (thru the 6.20 final 1/16) vs. TOUGHER RIVALS. Class dropper fits much better here.
SHALLOT broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), challenged 3-wide entering the stretch, gained the slim advantage at the of the lane, gradually pulled clear late (6.36 final 1/16) vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner TOONZ. Claimed from E Freeman. Joins winning connections.
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OTHERS:
LADY DASH broke well, lagged -9 lengths (chasing the lone speed winner), -9 lengths near the far turn (21.70 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane (6.68 final 1/16) vs. eventual allowance winner SWISS PEAK. Prior effort she swerved out (2-3 lanes) shortly after the start, racing 5-6 lanes wide mid-backside (–2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.54 opening quarter), rallied to the front at midstretch, held gamely (6.41 final 1/16). She returns to her winning class level!
GIANIS FRACTIOUS in post parade, broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-7 lengths), -9 lengths near the far turn (21.70 opening quarter), gamely kept to her task down the lane (improving her position late) thru the 6.68 final 1/16 vs. 5th place finisher LADY DASH.
GANA GATA broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (21.2 opening quarter), -4 lengths entering the stretch, lacked a rally down the lane vs. eventual $2,500-claiming winner SUMMER SUNRISE. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -4 lengths around the far turn, 3-wide entering the stretch, rallied too late (6.41 final 1/16).
DUE RAE broke well, dueled inside one rival mid-backside, gained the narrow advantage around the far turn (22.57 opening quarter), shook loose (+2 lengths) mid-final turn, losing lead in deep stretch (6.32 final 1/16) Prior effort she broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), raced -5 lengths near the far turn, lacked a rally entering the stretch. She loses R Guce. Claimed from K Castaneda.
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RACE 6
| (2) FIRSTANDLAST KISS | (3) SHALL BE FIRST | (6) FLYER FIRST CLASS |
HORSES TO WATCH:
FIRSTANDLAST KISS bumped (pushed out 2-3 lanes) shortly after the start, drifted out all the way past the gap, lugged out (losing action) past the 1/16 pole in the Ed Burke Million trials. Prior effort (15.87) he broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, lugged out (4-5 lanes) thru the final ½, battled back (should have been closer) thru the 9.90 final 1/8. He posted a solid “B+” work earlier (05/09) and sports a recent 350 yard work on 01/02.
SHALL BE FIRST (15.70) broke in at the start (lead), lugged in (2-3 lanes) early, flashed good speed, just missed (tough loss) thru the 10.04 final 1/8 over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (15.76) she broke -1 length slow, caught in tight quarters early (-1 ½ length), gamely kept to her task to the end (9.80 final 1/8). 3-back (15.92) she broke in at the start , losing -3/4 length, put in a big run (lead) at the gap, losing lead past the 1/16 pole, kept to her task to the end. She carries improving ratings and is getting closer to victory.
FLYER FIRST CLASS (15.85) hesitated at the start, quick in stride, drifted out at the gap (-3/4 length), gamely kept to her task to the end (9.87 final 1/8). She posted a pair of average works early (08/15 and 08/01).
MR J B PERRY broke off balance at the start, losing -1/2 length, drifted in (2-lanes) at the gap, raced -1 length past the gap (losing action) in a race to be tossed out. (Q) 12/08 outworked by recent maiden runner-up J B PERRY (both 12.3) Worked outside. Broke well, quick in stride, drifted in (2-lanes) early, -1 length midway, pushed along, responding strong. Losing by -1/2 length. GRADE: B+ DRILL
RUNNER ROSE (Q) 12/26 worked solo (12.3) Hesitated slightly, swerved in (3-lanes) shortly after the start, hand shoved, pushed along, responding very well. GRADE: B DRILL Conditioner go to rider sticks with this one over FIRSTANDLAST KISS.
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OTHERS:
SLIPPERY TWO balked at loading, broke off balance, bumped back (losing path) shortly after the start. Prior effort (15.87) he broke -1 ½ length slow, raced -2 lengths past the gap, traveled evenly (9.90 final 1/8).
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RACE 7
| (6) STILL BEAUTIFUL | (3) RUDIGER | (1) JESS CHECK HIM OUT |
HORSES TO WATCH:
STILL BEAUTIFUL bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, lacked a rally thru the final ½ vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (15.82) she bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, drifted in a the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.80 final 1/8) vs. tougher rivals. 3-back (15.87) she hesitated, bumped back shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final ½. Class dropper fits well based on adjusted clocking!
RUDIGER (15.80) broke in at the start, losing -1 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, right there midway, kept to his task to the end (10.21 final 1/8) over the slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (15.94) he broke off balance at the start, losing –1 length, drifted in early, -2 lengths midway, lacked the needed response thru the final ½ over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 ½ length slow). Trouble prone performer needs a clean trip!!
JESS CHECK HIM OUT (15.97) broke well, quick in stride, drifted in early, close up past the gap, kept to his task to the end (10.21 final 1/8) vs. RUDIGER. Prior effort (15.84) he broke in, bumped at the start, losing -3/4 length, gained the advantage at the gap, responding gamely (just missed) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 ½ length slow). 3-back (15.85) he swerved out (3-4 lanes) all the way past the gap (-2 lengths), leveled too late. He must maintain a straight course.
AJS SASSY WAYS (15.81) broke off balance, drifted out (3-4 lanes) shortly after the start, losing -2 lengths, raced -2 lengths past the gap, leveled midway, finished well (not beaten badly for 2nd).
RGR JESS AN ILLUSION (15.93) FRACTIOUS in gate, broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (running behind horses). Prior effort (15.88) he bumped at the start, quick in stride, raced -3/4 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end vs. JESS CHECK HIM OUT and company. 3-back (15.81) he broke -1 length slow, shifted in past the gap, swerved out midway, kept to his task to the end. Claimed from J Clark.
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OTHERS:
COSTLY DASHER (15.94) broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.90 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.10) he broke well, quick in stride, raced -3/4 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (10.21 final 1/8).
PEACEFUL SEPARATION (16.14) broke -1 ½ length slow raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to her task to the end (10.12 final 1/8) vs. productive field (3-returned to win) vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (16.09) she broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, drifted in early, -2 lengths past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards.
VIVE CARTEL (16.07) bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, close up past the gap, kept to his task to the end (10.15 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow).
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RACE 8
| (5) BORN A PRINCE | (4) ONE SWEET SHAZEE | (2) YA HEFFA |
MAJOR WIN PLAYER:
BORN A PRINCESS (15.42) broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 length past the gap, put in a good run midway, continued strong and proved best late when running along the ‘fast’ outside portion of the track. Prior effort (15.42) he broke off balance, drifted in, bumped shortly after the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, rallied strong for the score (9.93 final 1/8). Sharp performer holds the highest ratings based on adjusted clocking! Lone multiple winner looks tough right back!
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OTHERS:
ONE SWEET SHAZEE (15.51) broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, accelerated nicely, gained the advantage midway, just missed (tough loss) thru the 9.90 final 1/8 over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort she broke -3/4 length slow, drifted in early, caught in tight quarters (shuffled back/losing action) past the gap. 3-back (15.50) she broke off balance at the start, quick in stride, flashed good speed, lugged in thru the final ½, held gamely. She improves her post. She must run a straight course.
YA HEFFA (16.95) broke out, bumped at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (just missed 2nd) vs. productive field (PURE POLITICAL came back and defeated $8,000-claimers in 16.98). Prior effort (15.62) he was moving as the gates opened, broke well, quick in stride, drifted out past the gap (-1 ½ length), kept to his task to the end (9.87 final 1/8). 3-back (15.49) he broke out, bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, drifted in early, gamely kept to his task to the end.
LIKES A DARE (15.62) bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, +1 length advantage midway, held strong vs. productive field (2-returned to win) vs. maidens. Prior effort (15.67) she drifted out shortly after the start, drifted in past the gap, appeared ringy (green) thru the final ½. She will be facing winners for the 1st time.
TLM STREAKABOO (17.24) broke off balance at the start, drifted out early, raced -1 length past the gap, traveled evenly thru the final ½ (9.74 final 1/8). Prior effort (15.56) she broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, drifted in (2-lanes) at the gap, held gamely (9.91 final 1/8). Class dropper will be drawn between rivals for the 1st time….
COMING TOGETHER (15.92) broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, +3/4 length advantage past the gap, held gamely vs. troubled runner-up. Note 3 runners returned to win. Prior effort (15.79) she was fractious in gate, broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end.
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