Thistledown 17 May 2023
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Has won 15 races at 1m. Finished behind Smash when fourth of 7 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month. Needs a lot more to win at this level.
Has won 15 races at 1m. Finished behind Smash when fourth of 7 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month. Needs a lot more to win at this level.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished 12l behind Holy Saint when last of 4 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f (good) in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Robert Cline. Hopes are pinned on a change of scenery.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished 12l behind Holy Saint when last of 4 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f (good) in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Robert Cline. Hopes are pinned on a change of scenery.
Has won eight races from 5f to 1m 1f. Beaten 14l behind Fuego Caliente at 5-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Place claims on his best form.
Has won eight races from 5f to 1m 1f. Beaten 14l behind Fuego Caliente at 5-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Place claims on his best form.
Has won 12 races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Fuego Caliente at 20-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Hard to envisage him reversing the form with that reopposing winner.
Has won 12 races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Fuego Caliente at 20-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Hard to envisage him reversing the form with that reopposing winner.
He has won four times at 1m. A winner at 14-1 at Mahoning Valley over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Fuego Caliente by a head. A similar level of performance would see him involved once again.
He has won four times at 1m. A winner at 14-1 at Mahoning Valley over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Fuego Caliente by a head. A similar level of performance would see him involved once again.
Has won nine races from 6f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 13-10fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m (good) in March, beating Baltic Fleet by 3 1/2l. Has more on his plate at this higher level.
Has won nine races from 6f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 13-10fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m (good) in March, beating Baltic Fleet by 3 1/2l. Has more on his plate at this higher level.
Has won 15 races from 6f to 1m 4f. Beaten by Tamanrassett when second of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month. Warrants consideration judged on that performance.
Has won 15 races from 6f to 1m 4f. Beaten by Tamanrassett when second of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month. Warrants consideration judged on that performance.
Winner of five races at 1m. A winner at 16-5 at Thistledown over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Cumber by 2l. Arrives in good form and of strong interest.
Winner of five races at 1m. A winner at 16-5 at Thistledown over 1m on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Cumber by 2l. Arrives in good form and of strong interest.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished behind Montauk Cove when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Should appreciate the return to this distance.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished behind Montauk Cove when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Should appreciate the return to this distance.
FUEGO CALIENTE was quite taking when winning over C&D earlier in the month and a reproduction of that performance could see him complete a double. Blame It On Eddie and Klaatu are viable alternatives.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Finished behind Tap First when fifth of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Darien Rodriguez. Was somewhat underwhelming on that occasion and must bounce back.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Finished behind Tap First when fifth of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Darien Rodriguez. Was somewhat underwhelming on that occasion and must bounce back.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 12l behind Stormin'unclejack at 50-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. That form is shy of the leading players.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 12l behind Stormin'unclejack at 50-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. That form is shy of the leading players.
Successful at 5f and 1m. Finished 6l behind Stormin'unclejack when sixth of 9 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Not to be underestimated on this drop in class.
Successful at 5f and 1m. Finished 6l behind Stormin'unclejack when sixth of 9 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Not to be underestimated on this drop in class.
Successful at 7f and 1m. Third of 7 behind Weller Rogue beaten at 11-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in March. Needs some improvement for win purposes.
Successful at 7f and 1m. Third of 7 behind Weller Rogue beaten at 11-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in March. Needs some improvement for win purposes.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten behind Wicked Chance at 17-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in March. Set for another lesser role.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten behind Wicked Chance at 17-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in March. Set for another lesser role.
Successful twice at 6f. Third of 7 behind Gran Andrews beaten 1 3/4l at 16-10 on his latest outing at Gulfstream over 1m last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Victor Jr Barboza. A big player if coping with the drop in trip.
Successful twice at 6f. Third of 7 behind Gran Andrews beaten 1 3/4l at 16-10 on his latest outing at Gulfstream over 1m last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Victor Jr Barboza. A big player if coping with the drop in trip.
Appraisal isn't taken lightly on this stable debut, despite the 6f trip being on the sharp side. However, GOLD HERITAGE might just have a bit too much toe for him and gets the vote. El Sicario appears more solid than the rest.
A winner at 6f. Finished 5l behind Mr Cline when fourth of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Likely to enjoy this return to an extended 5f and of strong interest.
A winner at 6f. Finished 5l behind Mr Cline when fourth of 7 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Likely to enjoy this return to an extended 5f and of strong interest.
A winner at 6f. Beaten by Exonerated Prez when second of 6 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) in August last year. One to note on this return.
A winner at 6f. Beaten by Exonerated Prez when second of 6 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) in August last year. One to note on this return.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 13l behind Kaphavata at 16-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 5f in January. Recent defeats leave him with something to prove.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 13l behind Kaphavata at 16-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 5f in January. Recent defeats leave him with something to prove.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 11l behind R Cardinal Prince at 40-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jacinto Lopez. That form is shy of the leading protagonists.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 11l behind R Cardinal Prince at 40-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jacinto Lopez. That form is shy of the leading protagonists.
A winner at 5f. Well beaten at 55-1 behind Uptown Hustler when last of 9 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Best watched at present.
A winner at 5f. Well beaten at 55-1 behind Uptown Hustler when last of 9 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Best watched at present.
A winner at 5f. Finished 12l behind Hidden Warrior when fifth of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 7f in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Kathleen O Connell. Hopes are pinned on his new handler finding some form.
A winner at 5f. Finished 12l behind Hidden Warrior when fifth of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 7f in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Kathleen O Connell. Hopes are pinned on his new handler finding some form.
A winner at 7-1 at Thistledown over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Blast The Music. Should have more to offer with that breakthrough success under his belt.
A winner at 7-1 at Thistledown over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Blast The Music. Should have more to offer with that breakthrough success under his belt.
THE EQUINEST showed up well for a long way over 1m on his course debut here recently and a return to winning ways could be on the cards now back over an extended 5f. Last-time-out maiden winner My Two Aunt Joans is feared most, ahead of Drinksonthebeach.
He has won three times at 5f. Third of 7 behind Seminole Justice beaten at 9-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Worth a second look.
He has won three times at 5f. Third of 7 behind Seminole Justice beaten at 9-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Worth a second look.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Beaten by Seminole Justice when second of 7 at 9-10fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Expected to be thereabouts.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Beaten by Seminole Justice when second of 7 at 9-10fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Expected to be thereabouts.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Third of 4 behind Holy Saint beaten 9l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f (good) in March. Only playing for a minor role.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Third of 4 behind Holy Saint beaten 9l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f (good) in March. Only playing for a minor role.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Fahrenheit when fourth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f in August last year. Unlikely to trouble rivals.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Fahrenheit when fourth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f in August last year. Unlikely to trouble rivals.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 2f, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up at 4-5fav in a race won by Mr. Tripledouble on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m in September last year. Improvement not ruled out.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 2f, but last win was over two years ago. Pulled up at 4-5fav in a race won by Mr. Tripledouble on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m in September last year. Improvement not ruled out.
He has won four times at 6f. Finished behind Seminole Justice when sixth of 7 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Work to do.
He has won four times at 6f. Finished behind Seminole Justice when sixth of 7 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Work to do.
PEANUTS PERFECTION was only narrowly denied over C&D last month and he must hold every chance if building on that. Lord Of Legends and Maximizer rate his most serious dangers.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 5l behind Kichi Kitsu when fourth of 12 at 35-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. This seems a more suitable task.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 5l behind Kichi Kitsu when fourth of 12 at 35-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. This seems a more suitable task.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 9-4jt-fav at Mahoning Valley over 6f in October last year, beating Mission Girl by 9l. Any market support should not be ignored.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 9-4jt-fav at Mahoning Valley over 6f in October last year, beating Mission Girl by 9l. Any market support should not be ignored.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished behind Perfectingtheview when fifth of 6 at 16-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in October last year. Probably best watched.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished behind Perfectingtheview when fifth of 6 at 16-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in October last year. Probably best watched.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Beaten 12l behind Kichi Kitsu at 60-1 when eighth of 12 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Capable of better.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Beaten 12l behind Kichi Kitsu at 60-1 when eighth of 12 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Capable of better.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 4-5fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month, beating Emerson Jones. Rates a solid contender.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 4-5fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m last month, beating Emerson Jones. Rates a solid contender.
She has won four times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 7-5fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m in December last year, beating La Rosa by 1 3/4l. Can have a say in proceedings.
She has won four times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 7-5fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m in December last year, beating La Rosa by 1 3/4l. Can have a say in proceedings.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Mahoning Valley over 1m on her latest outing in February, beating Mobil Chic by a head. Shortlist material.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Mahoning Valley over 1m on her latest outing in February, beating Mobil Chic by a head. Shortlist material.
A case can be made for several of these, but MOBIL CHIC is fancied to secure a double following an emphatic win over a mile last month. She has proven to go well at this trip, but Angel Wings and Mission Girl cannot be underestimated.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Crossed Up when fifth of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. This seems a more suitable task.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4 1/2l behind Crossed Up when fifth of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. This seems a more suitable task.
She has won three times at 6f. Well beaten at 30-1 behind Lionistic when last of 6 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in October last year. Markedly eased in class.
She has won three times at 6f. Well beaten at 30-1 behind Lionistic when last of 6 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in October last year. Markedly eased in class.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m. Finished 6l behind My Belle Michelle when last of 6 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Entitled to come on from that.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m. Finished 6l behind My Belle Michelle when last of 6 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Entitled to come on from that.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished behind Gift From Mom when fifth of 6 at 17-4 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in May last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Lori Yoder. Unlikely to trouble rivals.
She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished behind Gift From Mom when fifth of 6 at 17-4 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in May last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Lori Yoder. Unlikely to trouble rivals.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 8 behind Lexy Anna beaten 6l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Merits consideration.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 8 behind Lexy Anna beaten 6l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Merits consideration.
She has won three times at 6f. Third of 10 behind Bend The Knee beaten 5l at 25-1 on her latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 5f earlier this month. Place claims at best.
She has won three times at 6f. Third of 10 behind Bend The Knee beaten 5l at 25-1 on her latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 5f earlier this month. Place claims at best.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 20l behind Lexy Anna at 11-2 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Step forward required.
She has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 20l behind Lexy Anna at 11-2 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Step forward required.
This represents a drop in class for CONGRATS JENSEN, who finished a disappointing fifth over 6f last month. She is entitled to improve and gets the nod, while J J's Fancy and Psychoanalyst rate next best in that order.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Atomic Tone when sixth of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Has the form to get involved.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Atomic Tone when sixth of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Has the form to get involved.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 1f. Beaten 19l behind Zelig at 15-2 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in October last year. Will need to be at his best on this return.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 1f. Beaten 19l behind Zelig at 15-2 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in October last year. Will need to be at his best on this return.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Uhavetobekittenme when fifth of 11 at 17-10fav on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in February. Hard to recommend at present.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Uhavetobekittenme when fifth of 11 at 17-10fav on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in February. Hard to recommend at present.
Has won ten races from 5f to 7f. Finished 10l behind Riverboat Gambler when last of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. That form is shy of the leading protagonists.
Has won ten races from 5f to 7f. Finished 10l behind Riverboat Gambler when last of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. That form is shy of the leading protagonists.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 2l by Amigo's Affair when second of 6 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Place claims with a similar bid.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 2l by Amigo's Affair when second of 6 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Place claims with a similar bid.
Has won 13 races from 6f to 1m 2f. Third of 6 behind Amigo's Affair beaten 6l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Needs improvement to land this contest.
Has won 13 races from 6f to 1m 2f. Third of 6 behind Amigo's Affair beaten 6l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Needs improvement to land this contest.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Finished behind Alacritous when sixth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 5f in March. Could squeeze into a place.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Finished behind Alacritous when sixth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 5f in March. Could squeeze into a place.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished behind Keyed On Top when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Up against it on this rise in class.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished behind Keyed On Top when fourth of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Up against it on this rise in class.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 1m. Beaten a neck by Pat Daddy when second of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in November last year. A leading contender if ready to roll.
Has won 11 races from 5f to 1m. Beaten a neck by Pat Daddy when second of 9 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in November last year. A leading contender if ready to roll.
MORE THAN GOOD had some strong form in the book last season and he looks the one to beat if ready to roll on this return. Latin Spice and First Homestead have their fitness assured and shouldn't be far away.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 19l behind R Cardinal Prince at 12-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. Requires this longer distance to bring about significant improvement.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 19l behind R Cardinal Prince at 12-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f last month. Requires this longer distance to bring about significant improvement.
A winner at 1m. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Onemorandthecheck when last of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in January. Has questions to answer after that lifeless display.
A winner at 1m. Well beaten at 11-1 behind Onemorandthecheck when last of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in January. Has questions to answer after that lifeless display.
Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m in March, beating Waites Kingdom. Faces a tall order to complete a double.
Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Mahoning Valley over 1m in March, beating Waites Kingdom. Faces a tall order to complete a double.
A winner at 5f. Finished 17l behind Alfio when fifth of 9 at 11-5fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Hard to recommend after that heavy defeat.
A winner at 5f. Finished 17l behind Alfio when fifth of 9 at 11-5fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Hard to recommend after that heavy defeat.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1 1/4l by Alfio when second of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Leading claims.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1 1/4l by Alfio when second of 9 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Leading claims.
A winner at 1m. Third of 9 behind Alfio beaten 9l at 16-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Has ground to make up on main rival Downtown Connector on that occasion.
A winner at 1m. Third of 9 behind Alfio beaten 9l at 16-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Has ground to make up on main rival Downtown Connector on that occasion.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 7 behind El Franco beaten at 2-5fav on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in June last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Thomas Amoss. Not out of this if returning at his best.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 7 behind El Franco beaten at 2-5fav on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in June last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Thomas Amoss. Not out of this if returning at his best.
DOWNTOWN CONNECTOR sets a clear standard judged on his runner-up effort over C&D last month and he's hard to oppose. The returning Carillo could prove a threat if freshened up by a change of scenery, with Timesatappin making most appeal of the remainder.
