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Los Alamitos Handicappers’ Racing Report
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 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 | (1) ROMANCEMEDISCRETLY | (3) GANA GATA | (8) GLOBAL AMERICAN |
| 2 | (2) ITALIAN BABA | (5) SHE’S A GIVEN | (6) MARK OF THE AFFAIR |
| 3 | (6) APOLLITICAL ROCK | (4) A MERE BELLA | (5) MINYA |
| 4 | (2) FREAKY FLOYD | (3) STRAIGHT BOURBON | (7) PRICE OF GLORY |
| 5 | (5) ELIMINATION ROUND | (3) JACQ’S CAT | (6) SHE’S A HUGGER |
| 6 | (1) TEMPTED | (5) SAMAITAN | (4) KOOL FAVOR |
| 7 | (1) FAVORITE BET | (6) SCHEMES | (3) GIVE ME SUM SUGAR |
| 8 | (3) YOU DO THE MATH | (6) MAGGIE DURANT | (1) STELEBRATION |
ü BEST BETS OF THE EVENING: |
APOLLITCAL ROCK |
(3RD RACE) |
FREAKY FLOYD |
(4TH RACE) |
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| FAVORITE BET | (7th RACE) | |
« PRICE PLAY (Longshot): |
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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
| (1) ROMANCEMEDISCRETLY | (3) GANA GATA | (8) GLOBAL AMERICAN |
LES ONAKA’S EARLY PICK 4
SMALL TICKET
1st race (ALL) 2nd race (1,2,3,5,6) 3rd race (6) 4th race (2) TOTAL $ 45.00
LARGE TICKET
1st race (ALL) 2nd race (1,2,3,5,6) 3rd race (6,5) 4th race (2) TOTAL $ 90.00
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HORSES TO WATCH: Note SHALLOT/EBONY CAT/BEAUTIFUL YEAR and LADY DASH are possible speed!
ROMANCEMEDISCRETLY broke well, caught in tight quarters early, settled, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-10 lengths), raced 7-8 lanes wide, raced 5-wide to the far turn (22.21 opening quarter), -7 lengths mid-final turn, gamely kept to her task to the end (RACED WIDE THROUGHOUT) vs. tougher rivals. She improves her post and fits much better on the class drop! Check out all the speed signed up….
GANA GATA broke well, quick in stride (could not gained early position), fanned 6-7 lanes wide mid-backside (-2 lengths) chasing the dueling leaders, fanned 4-5 lanes wide around the far turn, fanned 4-5 lanes wide mid-final turn, 5-wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to her task to the end (should have been much closer). Prior effort she was 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 to the end (improving her position late) thru the 6.68 final 1/16. 3-back she broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), raced -3 lengths near the far turn (22.54 opening quarter), rallied. She improves her post and race figures to set up nicely for this off the pace performer….
GLOBAL AMERICAN broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), -1 length near the far turn (racing 4-wide), challenged 4-5 lanes wide mid-final turn, 5-wide entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, kept to her task and wasn’t beaten badly for 3rd (6.52 final 1/16). Prior effort (GOLDEN GATE) she bumped at the start, -1 length near the far turn (22.03 opening quarter), challenged 3-wide entering the stretch, battled the length of the stretch, lacked the needed response in deep stretch at 5 ½ furlongs vs. tougher rivals. Versatile performer steps up but carries enough speed to lay close to the opening quarter…..
EBONY CAT (Santa Anita) broke well, dueled between rivals mid-backside, dueled outside of one rival near the far turn (21.65 opening quarter), dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, tired understandably at midstretch at 6 furlongs vs. tougher rivals, Appears a solid fit despite a program scratch on 01/07 (entered for a $5,000-claiming tag). Check out her recent fast local work on 01/21. FOLLOW UP CLOSEY!
LADY DASH broke well, -2 lengths early, dueled inside 5-rivals mid-backside, dueled inside one rival near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), caught in tight quarters (steadied back/losing -4 lengths), battled back at midstretch (lead), held gamely. Prior effort she broke well, lagged -9 lengths mid-backside (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). She lands a much tougher outside post with tons of inside speed expecting to roll.
ROYALS ROYCING broke -1 length slow, lagged -14 lengths (chasing the lone speed runner) mid-backside, -16 lengths near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), -10 lengths mid-final turn, angled out to clear at midstretch, continued strong for the score (6.10 final 1 1/16), Late runner is racing in good form and will relish the speed signed up for this event.
SHALLOT broke well, dueled 2-wide (part of a 6-horse speed duel) mid-backside, dropped back -2 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), -3 lengths entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, not beaten badly for it all considering (6.31 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke out, bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-2 lengths), raced -1 length back around the far turn, challenged 3-wide entering the stretch, gained the slim advantage at the top of the lane, held gamely (6.36 final 1/16). Claimed from P Jones. She will be part of the speed players.
BEAUTIFUL YEAR broke well, +1 length advantage mid-backside, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), shook loose (+2 lengths) entering the stretch, gradually pulled clear late (6.48 final 1/16) vs. easier.
GIANIS broke out, bumped at the start, dueled 3-wide (part of a 6-horse speed duel) mid-backside, dropped back -4 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.18 opening quarter), 4-wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to her task to the end (6.31 final 1/16) vs. LADY DASH and company. Prior effort she was 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 to the end (improving her position late). She loses R Guce….
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RACE 2
| (2) ITALIAN BABA | (5) SHE’S A GIVEN | (6) MARK OF THE AFFAIR |
HORSES TO WATCH:
ITALIAN BABA broke -2 lengths slow, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-10 lengths), raced -10 lengths near the far turn (22.29 opening quarter), was carried out 6-7 lanes wide mid-final turn, 5-6 lanes wide entering the stretch, rallied too late (should have been much closer) thru the 6.39 final 1/16. Prior effort she broke off balance at the start, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-6 lengths), -5 lengths near the far turn (22.50 opening quarter), fanned 3-4 lanes wide mid-final turn, rallied too late! Expect to see this one closer to the early pace as this field is lacking SPEED.
SHE’S A GIVEN broke out, bumped at the start, lagged -14 lengths (chasing the dueling pair) mid-backside, -16 lengths near the far turn (thru the sizzling 21.82 opening quarter), -12 lengths mid-final turn, RALLIED FASTEST OF ALL too late. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-6 lengths), lacked a rally down the lane vs. tougher rivals. Improving performer figures to be rolling down the lane.
MARK OF THE AFFAIR bumped at the start, chased the sizzling pace to the far turn (21.82 opening quarter), -8 lengths mid-final turn, -6 lengths entering the stretch (4-wide), collared the tiring leader at midstretch vs. fast closing SHE’S A GIVEN. Prior effort she bumped at the start, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-4 lengths), LACKED RACING ROOM entering the stretch, raced in TRAFFIC at midstretch, shook loose too late. 3-back she broke -2 lengths slow, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-3 lengths), cleared too late.
TAHOE STRIP arrives from Golden Gate. Lacks speed. She adds blinkers for the 1st time. A private purchase from M Lenzini. Follow up closely!
OINKUS broke out at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-4 lengths), -4 lengths near the far turn (22.29 opening quarter), -5 lengths mid-final turn, got tired at midstretch (6.39 final 1/16) vs. a fast closing ITALIAN BABE. Prior effort she broke well, dueled inside one rival early, shook loose (+2 lengths) mid-backside, controlled the 22.50 opening quarter), battled the length of the stretch, nailed (tough loss) thru the 6.50 final 1/16. Mare could be the one they all have to catch (paceless field).
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OTHERS:
AMOUNTED broke well, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-5 lengths), raced -7 lengths near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), closed the gap entering the stretch (-4 lengths back at this point), rallied to the front in deep stretch (6.52 final 1/16) at 40-1 closing odds.
TORRE ITALINA broke well, lagged -7 lengths (chasing the dueling pair) mid-backside, raced -10 lengths near the far turn (22.37 opening quarter), lacked a rally turning for home. She definitely needed that one, but draws a tougher outside post.
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RACE 3
| (6) APOLLITICAL ROCK | (4) A MERE BELLA | (5) MINYA |
MAJOR WIN PLAYER:
APOLLITICAL ROCK (16.76) bobbled, drifted in, bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -2 lengths, caught in tight quarters to the gap, losing path past the 1/16 pole, not abused, finished out full of run (not ridden properly) and incredibly wasn’t beaten badly for 2nd (9.68 final 1/8) when competing in giant clocking. Prior effort (15.73) she bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), losing lead midway, kept to her task to the end (9.91 final 1/8). 3-back (15.50) she broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to her task to the end. Class dropper carries a series solid ratings based on adjusted clocking. She draws a solid outside post!
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OTHERS:
A MERE BELLA broke well, quick in stride, drifted in (2-3 lanes) past the gap, -1 length midway, traveled evenly thru the final 110 yards (running behind horses) vs. productive field (2-returned to win). Prior effort (15.48) she broke well, quick in stride, raced -3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end. Joins hot barn (k Castanda). Freshened since 06/20.
MINYA (17.02) FRACTIOUS in gate, bumped both sides shortly after the start, losing – 1 ½ length, raced -2 lengths past the gap, caught in tight quarters midway, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.69 final 1/8) vs. APOLLITICAL ROCK! Prior effort (15.69) she broke -3/4 length slow, raced -1 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.82 final 1/8). 3-back (17.15) she broke out, bumped (pushed In) shortly after the start, losing -1 length, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards.
TR BRIAN (15.54) bumped both sides shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, drifted in early, kept to his task to the end (9.82 final 1/8) vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort (15.59) he bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.87 final 1/8) vs. tougher rivals. 3-back (15.61) he broke in, bumped at the start, losing -3/4 length, drifted in at the gap, kept to his task to the end. Class dropper now must the flee the rail.
SENDHIMOVER (15.67) FRACTIOUS in gate, broke out at the start, losing -1/2 length, drifted in, bumped at the gap, -1 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (just missed 2nd) vs. eventual $5,000-claiming winner A DASHING LOOKER. Prior effort (15.74) he broke well, quick in stride, raced -1 length past the gap, traveled evenly thru the final 110 yards. Freshened since 09/29. Sports a 18.9 gate work on 01/02.
HEADLINING broke out, bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -1 length past the gap, losing path past the 1/16 pole. Prior effort (15.77) she broke -1/2 length slow, drifted in at the gap, -3/4 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end (just missed 3rd) from the rail.
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RACE 4
| (2) FREAKY FLOYD | (3) STRAIGHT BOURBON | (7) PRICE OF GLORY |
HORSES TO WATCH:
FREAKY FLOYD bumped at the start, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (21.98 opening quarter), challenged 2-wide entering the stretch, gained the advantage at the top of the lane, gradually pulled clear late (sizzling 5.90 final 1/16). Prior effort he broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-5 lengths), -5 lengths near the far turn (22.76 opening quarter), -7 lengths mid-final turn, traveled evenly thru the 23.63 final ¼ at 870. Formerly trained by K Craigmyle. LOOKS ULTRA TOUGH WITH A REPEAT EFFORT!
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OTHERS:
STRAIGHT BOURBON broke well, quick in stride (couldn’t gain good early position) early, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-4 lengths), -3 lengths near the far turn (21.92 opening quarter), -4 lengths mid-final turn (4-wide), was impeded by a fallen horse mid-final turn (losing -3 lengths) in a race to be tossed out. Prior effort he broke well, dueled inside one rival near the far turn, gained the slim advantage around the far turn, losing lead entering the stretch, got tired at midstretch at 6 furlongs vs. tougher rivals. He improves his post and figures to be in good position turning for home.
PRICE OF GLORY broke well, racing 5-wide mid-backside (-4 lengths) chasing the dueling pair, -5 lengths near the far turn (22.45 opening quarter), fanned 6-7 lanes wide entering the stretch, finished out with good energy (23.34 final ¼) at 870. Prior effort he broke well, opened up (+3 lengths) near the far turn (23.29 opening quarter), +2 length advantage entering the stretch, losing lead at midstretch (tiring) at 5 furlongs. He definitely got his speed sharpened in last.
MAYDAY MALONE broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-5 lengths), -5 lengths near the far turn (21.92 opening quarter), angled out 3-4 lanes to clear entering the stretch, finished out with good energy (6.15 final 1/16). Prior effort he broke well, lagged -10 lengths (chasing the lone speed winner) mid-backside, lagged -14 lengths near the far turn, traveled evenly down the lane.
SYNCHROTRON broke -1 length slow, rushed, cleared easily (+2 lengths), +1 length near the far turn (21.92 opening quarters), +1 length entering the stretch, battled the length of the stretch, losing lead in deep stretch (6.15 final 1/16) and finished out clearly 2nd best. Prior effort he broke repeatedly shortly after the start, shook loose (+2 lengths) mid-backside, controlled the 21.98 opening quarter, was hard pressed entering the stretch, losing lead at the top of the lane, never quit trying. Speedster performer claimed from F Meza. The one they all have to catch……
BIG TIME GAMBLE fractious in post parade (again), Broke in at the start, losing -1 length, rushed, shook loose (+1 length) mid-backside, controlled the 22.32 opening quarter), dueled inside the eventual winner mid-final turn, losing lead at the top of the lane, battled back, finished out clearly 2nd best (6.61 final 1/16). He draws a tougher outside post and will be facing the speedy SYNCROTRON in this lineup.
RONDO HONDO broke well, dueled between rivals mid-backside, dropped back -2 lengths near the far turn (22.65 opening quarter), dropped back -5 lengths mid-final turn, drifted out (4-5 lanes) entering the stretch, traveled evenly down the lane (6.49 final 1/16).
JAN’S KID broke in, bumped at the start, lagged -20 lengths mid-backside (chasing the lone speed runner). Prior effort he broke in, bumped at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), closed the gap entering the stretch (-4 lengths back at this point), rallied to the front at midstretch, held gamely vs. soft maidens.
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RACE 5
| (5) ELIMINATION ROUND | (3) JACQ’S CAT | (6) SHES A HUGGER |
LES ONAKA’S LATE PICK 4
SMALL TICKET
5th race (ALL) 6th race (1,5) 7th race (1) 8th race (3,6) TOTAL $28.00
LARGE TICKET
5th race (ALL) 6th race (1,5) 7th race (1,6) 8th race (3,6) TOTAL $ 56.00
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HORSES TO WATCH:
ELIMINATION ROUND broke well, caught in tight quarters (shuffled back) early, racing 6- 7 lanes wide mid-backside (-10 lengths) mid-backside, fanned 6-wide near the far turn (22.21opening quarter), -7 lengths mid-final turn, lacked a rally entering the stretch vs. TOUGHER RIVALS. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths around the far turn (21.70 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane vs. TOUGHER RIVALS. Class dropper is capable of more speed and adds R Guce in the saddle!
JACQ’S CAT bumped (pushed in 4-5 lanes) shortly after the start, settled, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-5 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (22.29 opening quarter), gamely kept to her task to the end (6.39 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.35 opening quarter), dueled 3-wide (part of a 4 horse speed duel) entering the stretch, drifted out 4-5 lanes at the top of the lane, kept to her task to the end.
SHE’S A HUGGER broke well, lagged -17 lengths mid-backside (chasing the dueling pair), lagged -25 lengths near the far turn (21.82 opening quarter), RALLIED TOO LATE (far back). Prior effort she broke well, lagged -10 lengths near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane over the sloppy track. Adds the blinkers. Watch for this one in the very late stage.
GREY GIRL GONE bumped at the start, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (21.82 opening quarter), was carried out 5-wide entering the stretch, tired understandably in deep stretch. Prior effort she broke well, shook loose (+2 lengths) entering the stretch, losing her advantage at midstretch, finished out clearly 2nd best. 3-back she broke out at the start, chased the 3-horse speed duel mid-backside, challenged 3-wide near the far turn (22.09 opening quarter), fanned 4-5 lanes wide mid-final turn, got tired at midstretch. She carries speed but must improve her stamina.
CHARGER GIRL broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-3 lengths), closed the gap near the far turn (-1 length back at this point), challenged 2-wide entering the stretch, gained the slim advantage at the top of the lane, edged clear (6.31 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-2 lengths), -2 lengths near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), gamely kept to her task to the end (just missed 2nd).
ROCKET RHEA broke in, bumped back at the start, losing -2 lengths, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), -6 lengths near the far turn (22.71 opening quarter), lacked a rally entering the stretch. Prior effort she stumbled at the start, chased the dueling pair mid-backside (-6 lengths), -7 lengths near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), finished out with good energy. She draws a favorable inside post.
CHARMSTEALER broke out, bumped at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid-backside (-2 lengths), raced -4 lengths near the far turn (22.29 opening quarter), -5 lengths mid-final turn, lacked the needed response entering the stretch (6.39 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid-backside (-2 lengths) mid-backside, -3 lengths near the far turn (22.25 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane (6.71 final 1/16).
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RACE 6
| (1) TEMPTED | (5) SAMARITAN | (4) KOOL FAVOR |
HORSES TO WATCH:
TEMTPED (15.65) broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, QUICK IN STRIDE, -1 length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (clearly 2nd best) thru the 9.84 final 1/8. Note final clocking of 15.56 went a tad slower of 15.48 set by allowance winner MY FAVORITE CHECK went one race later of 15.48. Prior effort (15.80) he broke well, QUICK IN STRIDE, right there past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (9.77 final 1/8). 3-back (15.63) he broke off balance at the start, losing -1 ½ length, -2 lengths midway, gamely kept to his task to the end. Colt is blessed with gate speed (this field is lacking gate speed) and looms a solid win player based on his GATE SPEED!
SAMARITAN (15.64) broke off balance, drifted out, bumped back shortly after the start, losing -1 ½ length, raced -2 lengths past the gap, raced -2 lengths past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (9.77 final 1/8) from the rail vs. eventual straight maiden winner LDS ME BAD (17.21 winner). Prior effort (15.68) he broke in at the start, losing -1 length, raced -1 length past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong (9.84 final 1/8) and actually just missed 2nd from the rail. 3-back (17.89) she broke -1 length slow, drifted out, bumped early, losing path, finished out full of run. HE WILL RELISH THE EXTRA 30 YARDS and figures to be flying late!
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OTHERS:
KOOL FAVOR bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -3/4 length, bumped early, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, caught in tight quarters (bumped) midway, not ridden properly, STRANGLED DOWN near the wire (9.87 final 1/8) over the ‘slower than normal racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (15.72) he bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.68 final 1/8).
JESS YALL (15.84) broke in (2-lanes) at the start, losing -1 ½ length, bumped early -1 length past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.73 final 1/8) over the ‘faster-than-normal’ racing surface (+1 length fast). Prior effort (15.64) she broke -1/2 length slow, quick in stride, shifted out past the gap, leveled midway, finished well (improving her position late (thru the 9.80 final 1/8).
NAPA ROSE (16.10) balked at loading, broke off balance, drifted out shortly after the start, losing -1/2 length, quick in stride, close up past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.73 final 1/8) vs. 5th place finisher JESS YALL. Prior effort (15.72) she broke off balance, swerved out (2-lanes) shortly after the start, losing -2 ½ lengths, raced -3 lengths midway, leveled too late.
DOMINA (Q) 12/01 BEST over WHISPERING CORONA (12.9-nt) Worked inside. Broke in (2-lanes) at the start, quick in stride (lead), asked repeatedly thru the final ½, responding well. GRADE: C DRILL (Q) 11/17 outworked by recent straight maiden winner EYEMNOANGEL (12.9-12.4) Worked inside. Broke off balance at the start, slow early, asked twice midway, responding with good energy. Losing by -8 lengths. GRADE: C DRILL
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RACE 7
| (1) FAVORITE BET | (6) SCHEMES | (3) GIVE ME SUM SUGAR |
MAJOR WIN PLAYER:
FAVORITE BET (15.42) broke in, bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing -2 lengths, raced -2 ½ lengths past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong for 3rd (9.80 final 1/8) when competing night’s fastest of 3. (Q) 12/08 worked solo (12.4) Broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, hand shoved, asked once early, flashed good speed, finished strong despite lugging in near the wire. GRADE: C+ DRILL. She carries the highest ratings based on adjusted clocking!
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SCHEMES (15.71) broke in at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, losing lead midway, battled back and just missed (tough loss) thru the 10.01 final 1/8 over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (15.60) she broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing -1 length, drifted in (2-3 lanes) to the gap, -1 length past the gap, leveled too late (9.88 final 1/8). 3-back (17.93) she broke out, bumped at the start, losing -1/2 length, raced -1 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end (running behind horses). She draws a favorable outside post.
GIVE ME SUM SUGAR (Q) 03/07 BEST over STELLA CORONA (both 12.4) Broke well, quick in stride, hand shoved, even up midway, never asked, finished strong under light pressure. Winning by a narrow margin. GRADE: B+ DRILL She returns with an 18.3 gate work on 01/16. FOLLOW UP CLOSELY!
RUMBLE BEE (16.02) broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, kept to her task to the end (10.07 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). Prior effort (15.70) she broke off balance, drifted in, bumped shortly after the start, losing –1 length, leveled midway, gained the advantage past the 1/16 pole, just missed (10.10 final 1/8) over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). 3-back (15.52) she broke off balance at the start, losing -1 length, drifted in 3-4 lanes all the way past the gap, leveled too late. CHECK OUT HER REGRESSING RATINGS…..
YOU CAN FLY (15.98) broke in at start, losing -1 length, raced -2 lengths past the gap, leveled midway, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.85 final 1/8)vs. Fresh filly (idle since 06/05). Posted a pair of ordinary works prior to her debut…..
THIS IS THE END (Q) 12/29 outworked by STELLABABE (12.5-12.2) Worked inside. Swerved in (5-6 lanes) shortly after the start, QUICK in stride, even up midway, not abused. Losing by -4 lengths. GRADE: no grade given.
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RACE 8
| (3) YOU DO THE MATH | (6) MAGGIE DURANT | (1) STELEBRATION |
HORSES TO WATCH:
YOU DO THE MATH (15.37) broke in (2-lanes) at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, +1 length advantage midway, held strong (9.77 final 1/8) vs. productive field (BE PROPER came back and captured a maiden $8,000-claiming event in 17.11). Prior effort (15.53) she was VERY FRACTIOUS in gate, broke -3/4 length slow, raced -3/4 length past the gap, finished strong (SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.91 final 1/8 over the ‘slower-than-normal’ racing surface (-1 length slow). 3-back (15.55) she broke off balance, drifted in at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end. CHECK OUT HER IMPROVING RATINGS! She carries the highest ratings based on adjusted clocking!
MAGGIE DURANT (15.41) bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), drifted out (2-lanes) at the gap, flashed good speed, held gamely (9.91 final 1/8) vs. maidens. Prior effort (15.62) hesitated, drifted out shortly after the start, raced -3/4 length past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong for 2nd (9.85 final 1/8). 3-back (15.50) she broke out at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, losing lead past the 1/16 pole, kept to her task to the end. Her ratings are improving and draws a favorable outside post.
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OTHERS:
STELEBRATION (17.87) broke off balance at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, kept to his task (not beaten badly for 2nd) thru the 9.82 final 1/8. Prior effort he broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing -2 lengths, drifted in midway (toss it out) vs. tougher rivals. 3-back (17.03) he broke -1/2 length slow, quick in stride, gained the advantage midway, held gamely vs. maidens. Comebacker sports a 18.4 gate work on 01/16. He fits well on the class drop.
SOFOOSETICATED (16.94) balked at loading, hesitated, broke in at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -1 ½ length past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong (Improving ‘2’ position near the wire vs. productive field (2-returned to win). Prior effort (15.60) she broke -3/4 length slow, bumped repeatedly early, -3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.87 final 1/8) vs. productive field (OVER LIMITS came back and captured a $20,000-claiming event in 15.70). 3-back (15.56) she bumped at the start, losing -3/4 length, raced -1 length past the gap, LEVELED TOO LATE. Not without a chance…..
MS REASONABILITY broke in at the start, losing -1/2 length, caught in tight quarters (losing path) at the gap, not abused, appeared full of run crossing the wire after losing her best chance vs. eventual $20,000-claiming winner Coach Cartel. Prior effort (15.72) she broke well, quick in stride (lead), losing lead midway, battled back and proved best late vs. maidens.
TRUST ME NOT (15.60) broke well, quick in stride (lead), drifted out (2-3 lanes) past the gap (losing lead), lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.71 final 1/8) vs. eventual Winter Derby finalist UNO MAS CORONA. Prior effort (20.26) he broke in, bumped at the start, losing -1 length, raced -3/4 length past the gap, lacked the needed response vs. earlier 2 Million Futurity finalist MI VIEJO. He once carries flashed terrific gate speed….
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