Hawthorne 18 May 2025
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Unplaced in all three starts. Third of 6 behind Bigfoot Sighting beaten 5l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Respected on the back of that improved effort.
Unplaced in all three starts. Third of 6 behind Bigfoot Sighting beaten 5l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Respected on the back of that improved effort.
Unplaced in all 13 starts. Beaten 12l behind Shtarker at 75-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in September last year. Opposable.
Unplaced in all 13 starts. Beaten 12l behind Shtarker at 75-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in September last year. Opposable.
Full brother to Laly, won at 6f. An appealing newcomer to consider.
Full brother to Laly, won at 6f. An appealing newcomer to consider.
Placed in three of 19 starts. Finished 18l behind Crazy Heart when last of 6 at 9-5fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Has a reasonable chance given he has faced stiffer tests before.
Placed in three of 19 starts. Finished 18l behind Crazy Heart when last of 6 at 9-5fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Has a reasonable chance given he has faced stiffer tests before.
Placed twice in 17 starts. Finished 2l behind Red Rizzler when fourth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f (good) earlier this month. Could be a key player.
Placed twice in 17 starts. Finished 2l behind Red Rizzler when fourth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f (good) earlier this month. Could be a key player.
Dam won at 6f. The betting should be informative for his racecourse bow.
Dam won at 6f. The betting should be informative for his racecourse bow.
Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Byword when fourth of 6 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Would be a surprise winner.
Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Byword when fourth of 6 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Would be a surprise winner.
LONE RETURN turns out after an improved effort and can shine in this company. Gunny Sack and Good Yegg could also go well.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 9l behind Chaos Reigns when fifth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Has something to find.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 9l behind Chaos Reigns when fifth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Has something to find.
He has won three times at 1m. Beaten 16l behind Chaos Reigns at 6-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Might struggle here.
He has won three times at 1m. Beaten 16l behind Chaos Reigns at 6-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Might struggle here.
Has won eight races from 4f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Chaos Reigns beaten 5l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Can go close.
Has won eight races from 4f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Chaos Reigns beaten 5l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Can go close.
He has won four times at 1m. A winner at 6-1 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Nullarbor by 2 3/4l. Hard to oppose.
He has won four times at 1m. A winner at 6-1 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Nullarbor by 2 3/4l. Hard to oppose.
He has won three times at 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 13l behind Soul Coaxing when fifth of 6 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) last month. Needs others to falter.
He has won three times at 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 13l behind Soul Coaxing when fifth of 6 at 28-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) last month. Needs others to falter.
Winner of five races at 1m. Third of 6 behind Soul Coaxing beaten 5l at 7-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) last month. One of the stronger contenders.
Winner of five races at 1m. Third of 6 behind Soul Coaxing beaten 5l at 7-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) last month. One of the stronger contenders.
Last-time-out winner CHAOS REIGNS is readily suggested as the one to be with based on recent performances. Category Ten and Double Thunder can fight it out for second place.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Third of 7 behind Vegas Condo beaten 5l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Could have a say.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Third of 7 behind Vegas Condo beaten 5l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Could have a say.
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 7-2 at Hawthorne over 6f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Ship It by 1 1/4l. Has some respectable form to her name and cannot be ruled out.
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 7-2 at Hawthorne over 6f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Ship It by 1 1/4l. Has some respectable form to her name and cannot be ruled out.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f. Finished 16l behind Sandpiper Memories when sixth of 7 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Lynn Rarick. Others are preferred.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f. Finished 16l behind Sandpiper Memories when sixth of 7 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Lynn Rarick. Others are preferred.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Samarita when last of 6 at 13-10fav on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Holds a major chance.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Samarita when last of 6 at 13-10fav on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Holds a major chance.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 1 3/4l by Be My Bestie when second of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Fairmount Park over 5f last month. Won her last start here and rates a player on that basis.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 1 3/4l by Be My Bestie when second of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Fairmount Park over 5f last month. Won her last start here and rates a player on that basis.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Beaten a head by Vegas Condo when second of 7 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Dependable and could take some stopping if she is at the top of her game.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Beaten a head by Vegas Condo when second of 7 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Dependable and could take some stopping if she is at the top of her game.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. A winner at 13-2 at Hawthorne over 6f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Palace Magic by 3/4l. Faces a stiff task.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. A winner at 13-2 at Hawthorne over 6f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Palace Magic by 3/4l. Faces a stiff task.
LADY HELENA has been found a winnable race and tops the shortlist. Diamonds Joy is feared the most, although Echo Dreamer can also be competitive.
A winner at 7f. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Skalkaho when last of 6 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Hard to recommend.
A winner at 7f. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Skalkaho when last of 6 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Hard to recommend.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 16l behind Darrow at 45-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Not without hope and the betting can guide.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 16l behind Darrow at 45-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Not without hope and the betting can guide.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 10 behind Caroom beaten 3 1/2l at 17-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. An appealing option returning in this company.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 10 behind Caroom beaten 3 1/2l at 17-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. An appealing option returning in this company.
A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Grand Illusion when last of 5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Not hard to overlook.
A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Well beaten at 8-1 behind Grand Illusion when last of 5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Not hard to overlook.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Battleoflexington when last of 6 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Can go well and is one for the shortlist.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Battleoflexington when last of 6 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Can go well and is one for the shortlist.
A winner at 33-10 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Ragnow by a short head. Lots to like and would be key player if another show of determination.
A winner at 33-10 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Ragnow by a short head. Lots to like and would be key player if another show of determination.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 12l behind Philipsburg when fourth of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f earlier this month. Has generally faced stiffer assignments and is a threat to all here.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 12l behind Philipsburg when fourth of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f earlier this month. Has generally faced stiffer assignments and is a threat to all here.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 7l behind Caroom when sixth of 10 at 45-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. Might be best just watched here.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 7l behind Caroom when sixth of 10 at 45-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. Might be best just watched here.
BRIT BLITZ has a good chance of doubling his career tally here. Commissioner Oscar and Ramesses are the biggest dangers and are preferred in that order.
Winner of five races at 6f. Beaten 19l behind Popperina at 5-1 when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time and can play a big role if she takes a shine to the headgear.
Winner of five races at 6f. Beaten 19l behind Popperina at 5-1 when 9th of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time and can play a big role if she takes a shine to the headgear.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f. Beaten a head by Sharp Hero when second of 6 at 7-10fav on her latest outing at Fairmount Park over 5f last month. Capable of a another bold showing.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f. Beaten a head by Sharp Hero when second of 6 at 7-10fav on her latest outing at Fairmount Park over 5f last month. Capable of a another bold showing.
Has won 18 races from 5f to 1m. Finished 1 3/4l behind Gavea when fifth of 8 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 5f (good) in March. High on the shortlist.
Has won 18 races from 5f to 1m. Finished 1 3/4l behind Gavea when fifth of 8 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 5f (good) in March. High on the shortlist.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Mischievous Gal when fourth of 10 at 19-5fav on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f earlier this month. Has held her form well enough to rate a player here.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Mischievous Gal when fourth of 10 at 19-5fav on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f earlier this month. Has held her form well enough to rate a player here.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 6-5fav at Hawthorne over 6f last month, beating Sally's Suprise by 1 1/2l. Respected but this is more demanding.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 6-5fav at Hawthorne over 6f last month, beating Sally's Suprise by 1 1/2l. Respected but this is more demanding.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 12-5 at Fairmount Park over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Purr Sea by a head. Worth a try at this level and is dangerous to underestimate.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 12-5 at Fairmount Park over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Purr Sea by a head. Worth a try at this level and is dangerous to underestimate.
Successful at 5f and 1m. Third of 5 behind Beehive beaten 7l at 16-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Warrants respect but another step forward is required.
Successful at 5f and 1m. Third of 5 behind Beehive beaten 7l at 16-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f last month. Warrants respect but another step forward is required.
A first success at this level is within reach for GRAY LIGHTNING and she is marginally preferred ahead of Oeuvre and Sharp Hero.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/4l behind Jolie Ruler when fifth of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Difficult to recommend for win only purposes.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/4l behind Jolie Ruler when fifth of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Difficult to recommend for win only purposes.
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Systematic at 30-1 when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Makes limited appeal.
She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Systematic at 30-1 when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Makes limited appeal.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Demi at 35-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Has some respectable efforts to her name and is not dismissed.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Demi at 35-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Has some respectable efforts to her name and is not dismissed.
Has won nine races from 5f to 1m on firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 16l behind Written Consent when sixth of 7 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Needs to raise her game.
Has won nine races from 5f to 1m on firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 16l behind Written Consent when sixth of 7 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Needs to raise her game.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 12l behind Mohawk Trail when sixth of 8 at 60-1 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in February. The one to be with based on recent form.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m on firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 12l behind Mohawk Trail when sixth of 8 at 60-1 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in February. The one to be with based on recent form.
She has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by Cleopatra's Nile when second of 9 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 1m 3f (good) in March. Likely to be on the premises.
She has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l by Cleopatra's Nile when second of 9 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 1m 3f (good) in March. Likely to be on the premises.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Spicy Italian at 100-1 when eighth of 11 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. Makes very limited appeal.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Spicy Italian at 100-1 when eighth of 11 on her latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in October last year. Makes very limited appeal.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 3-1jt-fav behind Big Tippa when last of 7 on her latest outing at Fonner Park over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with David Anderson. One to keep a close eye on.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten at 3-1jt-fav behind Big Tippa when last of 7 on her latest outing at Fonner Park over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with David Anderson. One to keep a close eye on.
She has won three times at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished behind Chipotle Pepper when fifth of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Main track only.
She has won three times at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished behind Chipotle Pepper when fifth of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Main track only.
JOURNEYIST takes a big drop back down in class and could be hard to beat here. Atmidnight can give her the most to think about, although Excelerina could also have a big say.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 2 1/4l behind Mister Charming when fourth of 6 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Looks one to swerve.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 2 1/4l behind Mister Charming when fourth of 6 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Looks one to swerve.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Danville beaten 10l at 33-10 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Can figure in a weak race like this.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Danville beaten 10l at 33-10 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Can figure in a weak race like this.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Mister Charming beaten 1 3/4l at 11-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. A place is probably his best hope.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Mister Charming beaten 1 3/4l at 11-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. A place is probably his best hope.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. A winner at 7-1 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Wildwood's Warrior by a neck. One of the more likely winners.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. A winner at 7-1 at Hawthorne over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Wildwood's Warrior by a neck. One of the more likely winners.
Has won 13 races from 6f to 1m. Beaten a neck by Mister Charming when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Shortlist material.
Has won 13 races from 6f to 1m. Beaten a neck by Mister Charming when second of 6 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Shortlist material.
He has won four times at 1m. Finished 7l behind Jazz With Denis when fifth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 1m (good) in November last year. Might be best just watched on the back of a break.
He has won four times at 1m. Finished 7l behind Jazz With Denis when fifth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 1m (good) in November last year. Might be best just watched on the back of a break.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 1m. Finished 6l behind Mister Charming when fifth of 6 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Has something to find with a few of these.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 1m. Finished 6l behind Mister Charming when fifth of 6 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month. Has something to find with a few of these.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Breaking News when fourth of 6 at 19-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Yet to win at this venue and has work to do if he is going to break the hoodoo.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Breaking News when fourth of 6 at 19-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Yet to win at this venue and has work to do if he is going to break the hoodoo.
GITA'S LAD wasn't beaten far on his latest start and could be tough to overhaul if he digs deeper this time. Land Mark Deal and Rocket Hotshot are others with solid chances.
Placed once in five starts. Finished 14l behind Skylane when sixth of 9 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m in October last year. Will need everything to go his way.
Placed once in five starts. Finished 14l behind Skylane when sixth of 9 at 50-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m in October last year. Will need everything to go his way.
Placed once in 12 starts. Beaten 8l by Byword when second of 6 at 13-10fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month, his only placing from 12 starts. That was a better effort but he needs to prove he can build on it here.
Placed once in 12 starts. Beaten 8l by Byword when second of 6 at 13-10fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m last month, his only placing from 12 starts. That was a better effort but he needs to prove he can build on it here.
Yet to place in six starts. Finished 18l behind Ramesses when fifth of 6 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Not one for maximum faith.
Yet to place in six starts. Finished 18l behind Ramesses when fifth of 6 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Not one for maximum faith.
Placed in three of eight starts. Beaten a short head by Ramesses when second of 6 at evens fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Has a big chance in this company.
Placed in three of eight starts. Beaten a short head by Ramesses when second of 6 at evens fav on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m earlier this month. Has a big chance in this company.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 5l behind Red Rizzler at 35-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f (good) earlier this month. Has a stiff test ahead.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 5l behind Red Rizzler at 35-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f (good) earlier this month. Has a stiff test ahead.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4l behind Even The Wind when fourth of 9 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in June last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Mickey Goldfine. Open to more improvement than most and appeals on the level.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4l behind Even The Wind when fourth of 9 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m (good) in June last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Mickey Goldfine. Open to more improvement than most and appeals on the level.
Dam won twice at 7f and 1m. Beaten 16l behind Brody at 20-1 when seventh of 8 on his racecourse debut at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Will need a big step forward.
Dam won twice at 7f and 1m. Beaten 16l behind Brody at 20-1 when seventh of 8 on his racecourse debut at Hawthorne over 6f earlier this month. Will need a big step forward.
Placed in three of ten starts. Finished 15l behind Tie Breaker Lennie when fifth of 6 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f in March. One to keep an eye on in the betting.
Placed in three of ten starts. Finished 15l behind Tie Breaker Lennie when fifth of 6 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f in March. One to keep an eye on in the betting.
Half-brother to Note Pad, won at 1m. Won't need to be out of the ordinary to figure on his racecourse bow.
Half-brother to Note Pad, won at 1m. Won't need to be out of the ordinary to figure on his racecourse bow.
Yet to place in seven starts. Finished 12l behind Grand Academic when fifth of 9 at 19-2 on his latest outing at Evangeline Downs over 5f last month. Not difficult to rule out.
Yet to place in seven starts. Finished 12l behind Grand Academic when fifth of 9 at 19-2 on his latest outing at Evangeline Downs over 5f last month. Not difficult to rule out.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 14l behind Gamblin George at 80-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m (good) earlier this month. Reserve.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 14l behind Gamblin George at 80-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m (good) earlier this month. Reserve.
Yet to place in four starts. Third of 6 behind Crazy Heart beaten 11l at 18-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Main track only.
Yet to place in four starts. Third of 6 behind Crazy Heart beaten 11l at 18-5 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 5f last month. Main track only.
RAGNOW has filled the runner-up slot twice lately and has a major chance of going one better. Not Falling Back is the chief danger, although Uptown Tom is a notable alternative.