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Calder Race Course

R3 - Ms Brookski 55K (Turf)
1/2 dozen of these runners exit the Liberada that was held on 6/28/08

#12 Private Betty - She was one of the favorites in the aforementioned Liberada and she finished 3rd missing by a neck. Not the ideal post, but there are a number of speedsters that should set it up nicely for her.
#4 Eclisse (Fr) - Comes out of a front running effort in the G3 All Along at CNL where she held on for 2nd and cuts back a furlong and a half.
#2 Saint Knows - Winner of the Liberada has won her last three turf starts.
#1 Pretoria Light - Draws the rail again and should bounce back after a rough trip in the Liberada as the favorite.
#9 Marista - Made a strong move late despite some minor traffic trouble in the stretch in the Liberada.
#7 Dancing Band - Well traveled mare is a serious off the pace threat in a race with plenty of speed.

Tri Key & Super Key - 12 / 1 2 4 7 9


Colonial Downs

R7 - Kittens Joy (Turf)

#1 Midwatch - Experienced gelding is familiar with the course and will be forwardly placed.
#2 Mint Slewlep - Major player to repeat last effort.
#3 Diamond Dina - Not Diamond Diva, but this filly's 4 wins have come at this distance.
#4 Dominguin (Per) - Speedster tries the lawn for the 1st time.
#5 False I.D. - Last race fell apart and he took advantage of it.
#6 Bastille - Closer's last win came on 8/6/06.
#7 Ballast (Ire) - Makes 2008 bow and holds a huge class edge over these.
#8 Hunting Print - Consistent sort makes 3rd start of the year.

All Stakes PK3 - 1 2 7 / 2 7 9 / 2 7 8 9 = $36

Selections

#2 Mint Slewlep
#1 Midwatch
#7 Ballast (Ire)
#5 False I.D.

R8 - G3 Virginia Oaks

#1 Miss Mafioso - Last in G3 Regret at CD and would need to improve a ton to be a factor.
#2 Julia Tuttle - Only filly with a win on this course (2 for 2) and looms speed of the speed right back; can't fault those that project a theft attempt.
#3 Nijinsky Ballet - Only a maiden win to her credit, but picks up top jock Gomez.
#4 Athena's Gift - Canadian shipper looking for 3rd straight victory.
#5 Clara's Song - Looks to be a speed presence only before throwing in the towel.
#6 Three Graces - Distance might be a problem as Robby hops aboard.
#7 Namaste's Wish - Troubled trip in last at MTH and is dangerous in this spot.
#8 Born to Be - Don't overlook the Matz runner.
#9 Cherokee Queen - Top connections and she's done nothing wrong to this point.
#10 I Lost My Choo - Solid performer obliged at odds on versus NY breds, but will be a short price from a difficult post position.

Selections

#9 Cherokee Queen
#2 Julia Tuttle
#7 Namaste's Wish
#8 Born to Be

R9 - G2 Virginia Derby

#1 Your Round - Adding some serious value to the Tri in the prep and a minor award seems possible again.
#2 Old Man Buck - The grass is much greener on this side for the McPeek runner.
#3 El Sultry Sun - Didn't care for the soft going in latest and is capable of making some noise.
#4 Court Vision - Should pick up some tiring horses again, I just don't know how good it will be.
#5 Baltimore Bob - No business hanging with this group, although firing bullets in the mornings.
#6 Budge Man - Another one who seems up against it.
#7 Gio Ponti - Has been impressive for Clement, but willing to take a shot elsewhere.
#8 Sailor's Cap - Might like some cut on the ground as he tries the 2nd jewel of a near impossible bonus.
#9 Southwest - Latest outing was sneaky good and should relish the 10 furlongs at a big price.

Selections

#9 Southwest
#8 Sailor's Cap
#2 Old Man Buck
#7 Gio Ponti


Good Racing Luck