Golden Gate Fields 21 April 2018

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

2-34645

1 Ourprincessmelanie 21

b m Roi Charmant - King city kitty (Gotham City)

5 8-13

Manuel Badilla

She has won four times from 4f to 5f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Pretty Surprise when fifth of 7 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Others preferred.

2 (2)

127-467

2 Clem Juice 21

b m Papa Clem - Apple Juice Tea (In Excess)

6 8-13

Bruno Maelfeyt

Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f. Beaten 13l behind Pretty Surprise at 18-1 when last of 7 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Has a bit to find.

3 (3)

6-35256

3 Khalaya 21

dk m Rocky Bar - Kriskeri (Rehaan)

5 8-13

Selwyn Lagrone

She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Pretty Surprise when sixth of 7 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. One to respect.

4 (4)

22-2645

4 It Girl 36

b m Decarchy - Feel the Rush (Wild Rush)

6 8-13

Matthew Troy

Successful at 5f and 1m. Finished 8l behind Pattin For A Dance when fifth of 7 at 35-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. May find a couple too good.

5 (5)

57-8633

5 Miss Bliss 21

b m Northern Afleet - Felicitee (Menifee)

6 8-13

Jr Ed Moger,

She has won three times at 6f. Third of 7 behind Pretty Surprise beaten 2l at 17-4 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Solid credentials.

6 (6)

857-112

6 Sought More Pep 49

b f Sought After - Sweetly Peppered (Peppered Cat)

4 8-13

Rene Amescua

She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 1/2l by Dizzy Tizzy when second of 6 at 2-1co-fav on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. The one to beat.

Forecast: Evens Sought More Pep , 3/1 Miss Bliss , 5/1 Khalaya , 8/1 It Girl , 8/1 Ourprincessmelanie , 12/1 Clem Juice

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:48

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Verdict

SOUGHT MORE PEP is the most reliable individual in the field and looks the standout contender. Miss Bliss is one to consider along with Khalaya.

Top Tip: Sought More Pep (6)
Watch out for: Miss Bliss (5)

20:43 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 2 - Claiming

Winner $5,985 - 6 ran

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

86-4415

1 Have Some Pride 20

dk g To Honor And Serve - Gata Bella (Storm Cat)

4 8-13

Victor Trujillo

Successful twice at 6f. Finished 4l behind Run Macho Run when fifth of 7 at 2-1fav on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f earlier this month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Dan Markle. Outside chance.

2 (2)

42-4641

2 Papa Pagosa 30

dk g Papa Clem - Pagosa Springs (A.P. Indy)

4 8-13

Roger Hansen

Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 16-1 at Golden Gate Fields over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Empire Ruler by 1l. Others appeal more.

3 (3)

9-85515

3 My Last Shot 28

b g Council Member - Across The Creek (Strodes Creek)

4 8-13

Pedro Flores

Faith Taylor

Successful twice at 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Pass Due Payment when fifth of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Difficult to recommend.

4 (4)

73-5323

4 Silent Movies 28

dk g Chapel Royal - Magic Show (Notebook)

5 8-13

Jack Steiner

He has won three times at 1m. Third of 6 behind Pass Due Payment beaten 1/2l at 6-5fav on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. The one to side with.

5 (5)

5-54272

5 Call Saul 28

dk g Comic Strip - Ms. Booty (Roar)

5 8-13

Isidro Tamayo

Successful twice at 1m. Beaten a head by Pass Due Payment when second of 6 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Merits respect.

6 (6)

635-116

6 Fall Harvest 41

b g Twirling Candy - Fall Fashion (Forestry)

4 8-13

Heribert Martinez

Successful twice at 1m. Finished 2 1/2l behind Barton Lodge when sixth of 9 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. One to consider.

Forecast: 9/5 Silent Movies , 2/1 Call Saul , 3/1 Fall Harvest , 9/2 Have Some Pride , 8/1 Papa Pagosa , 20/1 My Last Shot

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

SILENT MOVIES has been knocking on the door recently and deserves to get his head back in front. Caul Saul and Fall Harvest are feared most.

Top Tip: Silent Movies (4)
Watch out for: Call Saul (5)

21:15 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 3 - Claiming

Winner $6,930 - 5 ran

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(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

453515

1 Pretty Surprise 8

b m Congrats - Pretty Dicey (Cherokee Run)

6 8-13

Pedro Flores

Anthony Stabile

Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Finished 11l behind Our Renee when last of 5 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f earlier this month. Others have stronger claims.

2 (2)

834213

2 Shining Eva 15

ch m Indygo Shiner - Classy Eva (Johannesburg)

5 8-13

Ellen Jackson

She has won four times from 5f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Crown Point beaten 1 1/2l at 17-4 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m earlier this month. Needs to find more.

3 (3)

26-2132

3 Desert Smoke 28

gr/ m Marino Marini - Desert Dearest (Easy Thunder)

5 8-13

Manuel Badilla

Successful twice at 1m. Beaten 1 1/2l by Exactamente when second of 5 at 18-5 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Solid chance.

4 (4)

6-11511

4 Crown Point 15

ch f Gio Ponti - Smiley Jane (Lear Fan)

4 8-13

Isidro Tamayo

She has won four times at 1m. A winner at 17-5 at Golden Gate Fields over 1m on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Bella Ronski by a neck. Could land a blow.

5 (5)

764-653

5 Orzo 28

gr/ m Zensational - Rena (More Than Ready)

5 8-13

Anthony Stabile

Winner of six races from 7f to 1m. Third of 5 behind Exactamente beaten 2l at 6-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Has to enter the reckoning.

6 (6)

53-5253

6 Tiza Diva 21

gr/ m Tiz Wonderful - Sallie's Memory (Holy Bull)

5 8-13

Steven Specht

Successful twice at 1m. Third of 7 behind Of Note beaten 4l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Leading chance.

Forecast: 8/5 Tiza Diva , 3/1 Desert Smoke , 7/2 Orzo , 4/1 Crown Point , 8/1 Shining Eva , 10/1 Pretty Surprise (Note: non-runner may affect prices)

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

TIZA DIVA has shown good form on her last couple of outings and looks the one to beat dropping down in grade. Desert Smoke and Orzo head the list of dangers.

Top Tip: Tiza Diva (6)
Watch out for: Desert Smoke (3)

21:49 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 4 - Claiming

Winner $8,190 - 6 ran

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

67-8041

1 Awesome Silver 27

gr/ g Vronsky - Siberian Silver (Siberian Summer)

8 8-11

Ricardo Perez

Has won 11 races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 16-5 at Golden Gate Fields over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Storm Fashion by 1/2l. Looks a solid threat.

2 (2)

226-475

2 Fair Advantage 29

b g Bernardini - Miss Kate (Storm Cat)

6 8-11

Clifford DeLima

He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Midnight Bolt when fifth of 6 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Place claims.

3 (3)

1-75855

3 Full Access 35

dk g Sapphire cat - Alice Portlock (Sahm)

4 8-11

Charles Treece

Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 5l behind Here And There when fifth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Santa Anita over 6f (good) last month. Could go close.

4 (4)

21-3434

4 Desert Express 41

b g Desert Party - Harlan Express (Harlan's Holiday)

6 8-11

Jeff Bonde

Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished 3/4l behind Barton Lodge when fourth of 9 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. May find a couple too good.

5 (5)

66-3155

5 Velocitation 14

b g Marino Marini - Apollonesian (Apollo)

6 8-11

Roger Hansen

He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Finished 4l behind He's A Tiger when fifth of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f earlier this month. Needs to find a bit more.

6 (6)

234-701

6 He'saruler 48

dk g Road Ruler - Bob's Dorthy (Miglietti)

8 8-11

Has won ten races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Golden Gate Fields over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Macho Marini by 1/2l. The one to beat.

Forecast: 9/5 He'saruler , 2/1 Awesome Silver , 9/2 Full Access , 5/1 Fair Advantage , 6/1 Desert Express , 10/1 Velocitation

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

HE'SARULER returned to winning ways on his most recent start and there is no reason to suggest why he won't gain his second success in quick succession. Awesome Silver looks the main threat while Fair Advantage may fare best of the remainder.

Top Tip: He'saruler (6)
Watch out for: Awesome Silver (1)

22:26 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 5 - Claiming

Winner $4,410 - 7 ran

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(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

30-3426

1 Seatalpha 15

b m KITALPHA - Sea Jamie Win (Dixieland Band)

6 8-13

Gloria Haley

Successful twice at 1m. Finished 9l behind Crown Point when last of 6 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m earlier this month. Drop back in class a big positive.

2 (2)

2265-55

2 Golden Bubbles 23

ch f Golden Balls - My Weekend Squeeze (Real Quiet)

4 8-13

Sheldon Paldanius

A winner at 1m. Finished 3 1/2l behind Neat N Teide when fifth of 7 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. More needed.

3 (3)

2-44634

3 Taylor's Rose 13

dk f U S Ranger - Usually Super (Unusual Heat)

4 8-13

Tim McCanna

Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 2 1/4l behind Life No Parole when fourth of 5 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m earlier this month. Merits respect.

4 (4)

951-673

4 Sassy Rose 36

b f Pure Prize - Charley's Hope (Cryptoclearance)

4 8-13

Steve Sherman

Successful twice at 5f. Third of 6 behind Zanab beaten 3l at 5-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Could struggle here.

5 (5)

5-43415

5 Ethereal Miss 30

b m Elusive Quality - Tidal Dance (Pleasant Tap)

6 8-13

Pedro Flores

Arnold Torres

Successful at 5f and 1m. Finished 9l behind Blue's Lucky Girl when fifth of 7 at 13-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Likely to find a couple too good.

6 (6)

38-2234

6 Little Miss Hottie 23

dk m Heatseeker - Glamorous Miss (Northern Afleet)

5 8-13

Felix Rondan

A winner at 6f, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 2 3/4l behind Neat N Teide when fourth of 7 at 15-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Merits consideration.

7 (7)

14532-3

7 Luvuryan 16

b m Artie Schiller - Pure and Simple (Trippi)

6 8-13

Alejandro Gomez

Leobardo Rivera

Successful at 6f and 1m. Third of 7 behind Hotflickarue beaten 4 1/2l at 7-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f earlier this month. One to avoid.

Forecast: 2/1 Seatalpha , 3/1 Little Miss Hottie , 9/2 Taylor's Rose , 6/1 Golden Bubbles , 8/1 Luvuryan , 8/1 Ethereal Miss , 8/1 Sassy Rose

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

SEATALPHA has been inconsistent at times but this drop in grade looks ideal to see her bounce back to winning form. Little Miss Hottie and Taylor's Rose can fight it out for the minor honours.

Top Tip: Seatalpha (1)
Watch out for: Little Miss Hottie (6)

23:00 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 6 - Claiming

Winner $5,670 - 6 ran

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Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

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Jockey / Trainer

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1 (1)

1351-25

1 Trento's Heart 28

b g Dixie Chatter - Runaway Susie (Runaway Groom)

4 8-13

Jose Bautista

He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 9l behind Drink Til You Drop when fifth of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Others have his measure.

2 (2)

2-23136

2 Abbey Vale (IRE) 15

b g Moss Vale - Cloonkeary (In The Wings)

8 8-13

Jerry Hollendorfer

Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f including 2 wins on the all-weather (1 PO). Finished 9l behind Tiz Titus when last of 6 at 14-5jt-fav on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m earlier this month. Solid contender.

3 (3)

1/36-051

3 Invertigo 23

b g Slew's Tiznow - Silver Sting (Silver Deputy)

5 8-13

D Baker

He has won four times at 1m. A winner at 5-2 at Golden Gate Fields over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Burger And Fries by 1 3/4l. Has something to prove.

4 (4)

3-72634

4 Winning Causeway 36

ch g Giant's Causeway - Winning Point (Point Given)

7 8-13

Genaro Vallejo

He has won four times at 1m. Finished 9l behind Lewis Vale when fourth of 5 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Santa Anita over 1m last month. Must enter calculations.

5 (5)

454131

5 Spanish Eyes 6

dk g Eskendereya - Powhatan Princess (Indian Charlie)

4 8-13

Jonathan Wong

Winner of five races at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Golden Gate Fields over 1m earlier this month, beating Dizzy Dancer by 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Isidro Tamayo. Should go close.

6 (6)

546-645

6 Condiment 21

ch g Peppered Cat - Evelyn Negri (Batonnier)

8 8-13

Joseph Brook

He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Finished 12l behind John Paul's Bet when fifth of 7 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Likely to struggle.

7 (7)

251-263

7 Jason X L 23

dk g Dixie Chatter - Dislitleliteomine (Singletary)

5 8-13

Anne Sanguinetti

Manuel Badilla

Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Third of 7 behind For Greater Glory beaten 6l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Outside chance.

Forecast: 2/1 Abbey Vale , 5/2 Winning Causeway , 3/1 Spanish Eyes , 6/1 Jason X L , 8/1 Trento's Heart , 10/1 Invertigo , 20/1 Condiment (Note: non-runner may affect prices)

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

Winning Causeway and Spanish Eyes both warrant consideration on their recent performances but ABBEY VALE can bounce back from a poor effort last time and prove to be the one to beat.

Top Tip: Abbey Vale (2)
Watch out for: Winning Causeway (4)

23:38 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO only)

Race 7 - Maiden Special Weight

Winner $16,380 - 7 ran

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Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

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1 (1)

64-5233

1 Star Dreamin 35

b f Curlin - Kauai Calls (Fusaichi Pegasus)

3 8-8

Steve Sherman

Placed twice in six starts. Third of 8 behind My Sweet Lou beaten 6l at 13-5fav on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. One to consider.

2 (2)

0-5

2 Harmony Victory 35

ch f More Than Ready - Bethan (Giant's Causeway)

3 8-8

Paulo Lobo

Unplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind My Sweet Lou when fifth of 8 at 18-5 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time and they need to make a difference.

3 (3)

55-72

3 Blessed Union 21

b f Union Rags - Illustrated (Deputy Minister)

3 8-8

Jedd Josephson

Placed once in four starts. Beaten 1l by Beautiful Princess when second of 6 at 19-10fav on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m 1f (good) last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Richard Mandella. The one to beat.

4 (4)

4 Diamondsnchampagne 35

ch f Vronsky - Bertsgirl (Bertrando)

3 8-8

Half-sister to Peek A Boop, won five times at 5f. Beaten 17l behind My Sweet Lou at 5-1 when seventh of 8 on her racecourse debut at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Looks up against it.

5 (5)

5 A Walk In The Park 49

ch f Unusual Heat - Encanto Park (Exchange Rate)

3 8-8

Jr Ed Moger,

Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind Swak when fifth of 6 at 2-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Others have stronger claims.

6 (6)

3-533

6 Office Chicks 21

dk f Cyclotron - Woman Warrior (One Man Army)

3 8-8

Jamey Thomas

Placed once in four starts. Third of 6 behind Beautiful Princess beaten 2l at 7-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m 1f (good) last month. Warrants consideration.

7 (7)

440-

7 Downwind 227

dk f Curlin - Dorothy's Spirit (Scat Daddy)

3 8-8

Blaine Wright

Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 6l behind Vanilla Cat at 19-2 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 6f (good) in September last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Brendan Walsh. Needs to find a lot more.

Forecast: 8/5 Blessed Union , 5/2 Office Chicks , 4/1 Star Dreamin , 8/1 Downwind , 8/1 Harmony Victory , 8/1 A Walk In The Park , 15/1 Diamondsnchampagne

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:20:49

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Verdict

BLESSED UNION has improved her form considerably and arrives off the back of a career-best, which should be good enough to land this. Office Chicks and Star Dreamin are the most likely threats on paper.

Top Tip: Blessed Union (3)
Watch out for: Office Chicks (6)

00:09 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 8 - Allowance

Winner $17,010 - 9 ran

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Form Snapshot

No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

556-667

1 Engram 21

dk g Street Hero - Kristy Beethoven (Kris S.)

5 8-11

Quentin Miller

A winner at 1m. Beaten 6l behind Karma King at 30-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Hard to recommend.

2 (2)

43-3241

2 Aberdeen Island 36

b g Quality Road - Inish Glora (Regal Classic)

4 8-13

Blaine Wright

Successful at 5f and 6f. A winner at 14-5 at Golden Gate Fields over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Twice As Fast by 3/4l. More required.

3 (3)

611-215

3 Big League 42

dk g Speightstown - Reunited (Dixie Union)

4 8-11

Charles Treece

He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Allaboutaction when fifth of 8 at 18-5 on his latest outing at Santa Anita over 6f last month. Outside chance.

4 (4)

45-7455

4 Red Carpet Cat 23

b g Discreet Cat - Up In Lights (Smart Strike)

4 8-11

Jonathan Wong

He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 8l behind Best Two Minutes when fifth of 7 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Santa Anita over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Vann Belvoir. Look elsewhere.

5 (5)

113-643

5 Country Road 21

gr/ g Thorn Song - Plush (Metfield)

6 8-11

He has won three times from 5f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Karma King beaten 2 3/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. May find a couple too good.

6 (6)

312/55

6 Hekili Storm 21

dk c Mesa thunder - Storm Magic (Spanish Steps)

4 8-11

A winner at 6f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Karma King when fifth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Others hold more obvious claims.

7 (7)

283-431

7 Portando 42

b g Bertrando - Porto Marmay (Choisir)

6 9-1

Michael McCarthy

Winner of five races from 6f to 7f. A winner at 19-5 at Golden Gate Fields over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Sweet River Baines by a neck. Leading chance.

8 (8)

1/1739-4

8 Ninety Nine Proof 21

b c Idiot Proof - Seattle Avenue (Capsized)

4 9-1

He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 3l behind Karma King when fourth of 7 at 19-5 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Solid contender.

9 (9)

215-532

9 Sweet River Baines 42

dk g Stroll - Winlocs Glory Days (Belong To Me)

4 8-11

Tim McCanna

Successful twice at 5f. Beaten a neck by Portando when second of 9 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f last month. Has to enter the reckoning.

Forecast: 3/1 Portando , 7/2 Sweet River Baines , 4/1 Ninety Nine Proof , 9/2 Big League , 8/1 Country Road , 8/1 Red Carpet Cat , 10/1 Hekili Storm , 15/1 Aberdeen Island , 20/1 Engram

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Verdict

PORTANDO got back on track with a win last time and a repeat of that effort looks more than likely here. Sweet River Baines and Ninety Nine Proof complete the shortlist.

Top Tip: Portando (7)
Watch out for: Sweet River Baines (9)

00:39 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 9 - Starter Allowance

Winner $10,710 - 10 ran

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

3/75-212

1 Declassified 13

b h Bodemeister - Gold Plated (Touch Gold)

4 8-11

Jose Puentes

A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 3/4l by Ready To Roc when second of 6 at 2-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 6f earlier this month. One to consider.

2 (2)

812-875

2 Reno Johnny 22

dk g Decarchy - Neon Princess (Royal Anthem)

4 8-11

Angelo Tekos

Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Southern Thunder when fifth of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m (good) last month. Has something to prove.

3 (3)

2358-81

3 Bottle Service 43

dk g The pamplemousse - Kalanetta (Kalanisi)

4 8-13

Jedd Josephson

A winner at 19-10 at Golden Gate Fields over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Dark And Dandy by 3 1/2l. May find a few too good.

4 (4)

581-613

4 Aztec Warrior 22

ch g Kitten's Joy - Surpriseinthebox (Outofthebox)

5 8-11

Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Southern Thunder beaten 1 3/4l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m (good) last month. One for the shortlist.

5 (5)

43-9324

5 Monsajem Pervade 22

ch h Monsajem - Cichetari miss (With Approval)

6 8-11

Isidro Tamayo

Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Southern Thunder when fourth of 8 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m (good) last month. Opposed.

6 (6)

61-1237

6 Mighty Thor 34

b g Thoreau - Top Touch (Touch Gold)

3 8-5

Jerry Hollendorfer

Successful at 6f and 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Son Of A Minister at 11-2 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m last month. Hard to make a case for.

7 (7)

42351-3

7 Alive And Well 14

dk c Tizbud - Geode (Unusual Heat)

3 8-5

Greg James

A winner at 1m on firm ground. Third of 6 behind Hot Encounter beaten 2 1/2l at 15-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f earlier this month. Likely to struggle.

8 (8)

46-122

8 Unexpected Journey 22

dk g Good Journey - Miss Cassia (Compton Place)

4 8-11

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Southern Thunder when second of 8 at 15-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m (good) last month. A reliable type.

9 (9)

21572-2

9 Journey To Run 57

b g Good Journey - Run Kaitlyn Run (Rio's Lark)

5 8-11

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 1l by Crystal Dome when second of 6 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 1m in February. Looks to face a difficult task.

10 (10)

316-414

10 The Perfect Square 36

b g Square Eddie - Perfect Curls (Perfect Mandate)

4 8-11

Clifford DeLima

Successful twice at 5f on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Aberdeen Island when fourth of 5 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Needs to improve.

Forecast: 5/2 Unexpected Journey , 3/1 Aztec Warrior , 9/2 Declassified , 8/1 Monsajem Pervade , 8/1 Reno Johnny , 10/1 Bottle Service , 12/1 Journey To Run , 15/1 The Perfect Square , 15/1 Alive And Well , 20/1 Mighty Thor

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Verdict

UNEXPECTED JOURNEY has been a model of consistency on his past few outings and this represents a good opportunity to gain another victory. Aztec Warrior and Declassified look the most likely dangers to the selection.

Top Tip: Unexpected Journey (8)
Watch out for: Aztec Warrior (4)

01:09 Golden Gate Fields (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 10 - Maiden Claiming

Winner $5,670 - 7 ran

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

7/86

1 Hero For Hire 37

dk m Street Hero - Ancient Holiday (Harlan's Holiday)

5 8-13

Jeff Bonde

Yet to place in three starts. Finished 19l behind Ribbon Of Jewels when last of 6 at 15-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. Hard to make a case for.

2 (2)

2 Belligerent

dk f Brilliant Speed - Bellicose (War Chant)

4 8-13

Heribert Martinez

Half-sister to Proven Warrior, won 12 times at 5f. Watch the betting.

3 (3)

3 I Will Rule 21

b m Tribal Rule - Burnt Wings (Uncle Denny)

5 8-13

Monty Meier

Dam won at 4f. Finished 1 1/4l behind That's My Gal when fourth of 9 at 7-1 on her racecourse debut at Golden Gate Fields over 5f earlier this month. Others preferred.

4 (4)

4/21

4 Cylinders 20

dk f The Factor - Bertha Jo (Banker's Gold)

4 8-13

Alejandro Gomez

Won on her latest outing when 4-5fav at Golden Gate Fields over 1m (good) earlier this month, beating Ontonome by a short head. Leading chance.

5 (5)

5 Susie Sunshine

b f First Samurai - Ms Glory Be (Monarchos)

4 8-13

Angelo Tekos

Dam won four times at 1m. May improve for the run.

6 (6)

0-9

6 Gal Factor 62

b f The Factor - Super Girlie (Closing Argument)

3 8-7

Dan Blacker

Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 11l behind Bunny Yogurt at 60-1 when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Santa Anita over 1m (good) in February. Looks up against it.

7 (7)

36/5

7 Marina Rose 37

gr/ m Marino Marini - Sierra Rose (Siphon)

5 8-13

Brian Pitnick

Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 12l behind Ribbon Of Jewels when fifth of 6 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Golden Gate Fields over 5f last month. One to consider.

8 (8)

8 Cattering 21

dk f Brave Cat - Scattering (General Meeting)

3 8-7

Full sister to Whatahandsomecat, won twice at 5f and 6f. Beaten a neck by That's My Gal when second of 9 at 11-1 on her racecourse debut at Golden Gate Fields over 5f earlier this month. Open to improvement.

Forecast: 5/2 Cylinders , 7/2 Marina Rose , 4/1 Cattering , 5/1 Gal Factor , 6/1 Belligerent , 8/1 I Will Rule , 10/1 Hero For Hire , 15/1 Susie Sunshine

Last Updated: 22 Apr 2018 01:22:34