SKELLY ROAD must have a good chance based on form ratings and could be the one to beat. Ahumado is taking a massive drop in class and can fill the runner-up spot.
Skelly Road
Ahumado
Fast Solution
Win or Each Way
Each Way terms: 1/4 odds for first 2 places
1. Moral Dilemma
J: Francisco ArrietaT: Lindsay Schultz
F: 0
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-10
Gear:
O
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
109
Verdict
Making first start when long way back in maiden special weight at Ellis Park. Case doesn't look compelling.
2. Shako
J: Carlos BarbosaT: Brian Williamson
F: 7
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-10
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
20
Verdict
Only run once so far, seventh beaten 17½ lengths in maiden claimer at Keeneland. From a barn that can boast a solid record with their runners here.
3. Zaphod
J: Cristian A. TorresT: William Walden
F: 047-
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
8-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
481
Verdict
Remains a maiden after three starts, shaping as if having a bit of ability. Subject of a barn switch.
4. Fast Solution
J: Tyler GaffalioneT: Joe Sharp
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-10
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
-
Verdict
Girvin gelding out of Brandenburg. Half-brother to Sjo Americanempire. Can be a player on debut.
5. Skelly Road
J: Keith J. AsmussenT: Steven M. Asmussen
F: 9-57
Price History:
-
Age:
3
Weight:
8-10
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
35
Verdict
Remains a maiden after three starts, not looking devoid of ability. Chance looks a leading one judged on the figures.
6. Ahumado
J: Thiago CanutoT: Charles Meredith
F: 6626
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
8-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
-
Days Since Last Run:
31
Verdict
Still a maiden. Ran best race when sixth 9¼ lengths behind Sweet As Sin in maiden special weight at Indiana Grand. Nowhere near so much up against it in this race. Appeals on several counts and near the top of the shortlist.