Churchill Downs 01 June 2024
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A winner at 1m. Third of 7 behind Late Nite Lizzie beaten at 13-5 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Likely to be in the mix.
A winner at 1m. Third of 7 behind Late Nite Lizzie beaten at 13-5 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Likely to be in the mix.
A winner at 5f. Third of 5 behind Markswoman beaten 1 3/4l at 5-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Caio Caramori. Capable of going close.
A winner at 5f. Third of 5 behind Markswoman beaten 1 3/4l at 5-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Caio Caramori. Capable of going close.
A winner at 1m. Third of 7 behind Answer The Call beaten at 13-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Others preferred.
A winner at 1m. Third of 7 behind Answer The Call beaten at 13-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Others preferred.
Won on her latest outing when 16-10fav at Turfway Park over 1m in March, beating Silent Secretary by a neck. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with E F Vaughan. Has to enter calculations.
Won on her latest outing when 16-10fav at Turfway Park over 1m in March, beating Silent Secretary by a neck. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with E F Vaughan. Has to enter calculations.
A winner at 6f. Finished 12l behind Baytown Lovely when fifth of 7 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. One to avoid.
A winner at 6f. Finished 12l behind Baytown Lovely when fifth of 7 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. One to avoid.
A winner at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Pivosky when fourth of 9 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. Consistent performer.
A winner at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Pivosky when fourth of 9 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. Consistent performer.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 10 behind Legally Lucky beaten a head at 13-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) in April. Others preferred.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 10 behind Legally Lucky beaten a head at 13-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) in April. Others preferred.
A winner at 7f. Finished 7l behind Markswoman when fourth of 5 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Improvement needed.
A winner at 7f. Finished 7l behind Markswoman when fourth of 5 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Improvement needed.
A winner at 6f. Well beaten at 19-5 behind Outofnothingatall when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 7f in April. Not one to trust.
A winner at 6f. Well beaten at 19-5 behind Outofnothingatall when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 7f in April. Not one to trust.
A winner at 6f. Finished 6l behind Dreaming Always when fourth of 7 at 11-8fav on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Best watched.
A winner at 6f. Finished 6l behind Dreaming Always when fourth of 7 at 11-8fav on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Best watched.
A winner at 5f. Finished 4l behind Happy World when fifth of 7 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f in April. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Quinn Howey. Capable of better.
A winner at 5f. Finished 4l behind Happy World when fifth of 7 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f in April. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Quinn Howey. Capable of better.
A winner at 16-5 at Turfway Park over 6f on her latest outing in March, beating dead-heaters Next Dot and Beaker by 1/2l. Not a forlorn hope.
A winner at 16-5 at Turfway Park over 6f on her latest outing in March, beating dead-heaters Next Dot and Beaker by 1/2l. Not a forlorn hope.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 1l by Dreaming Always when second of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. Reserve.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 1l by Dreaming Always when second of 7 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in April. Reserve.
SHERBET FOUNTAIN got off the mark on her most recent start at Turfway Park in March and a change of scenery is unlikely to stop her from backing that victory up. She's Magic and Grove St. both enter calculations too.
Placed once in two starts. Finished behind Pineland when sixth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Austin Gustafson. Merits consideration.
Placed once in two starts. Finished behind Pineland when sixth of 10 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Austin Gustafson. Merits consideration.
Placed twice in five starts. Third of 12 behind Global Stage beaten 5l at 22-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in April. More required.
Placed twice in five starts. Third of 12 behind Global Stage beaten 5l at 22-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in April. More required.
Half-brother to Sprawl, won four times at 1m including a Grade 3 race. One for the shortlist.
Half-brother to Sprawl, won four times at 1m including a Grade 3 race. One for the shortlist.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 15l behind Where Ya At Vince at 30-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 6f in April. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Hard to recommend.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 15l behind Where Ya At Vince at 30-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 6f in April. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Hard to recommend.
Half-brother to Flying I, won twice at 5f. Has to enter the reckoning.
Half-brother to Flying I, won twice at 5f. Has to enter the reckoning.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Global Stage when second of 12 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in April. Capable of being in the mix.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Global Stage when second of 12 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in April. Capable of being in the mix.
Placed in seven of eight starts. Third of 10 behind Save The Trees beaten 1l at 13-10fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 6f (good) in April. Holds every chance.
Placed in seven of eight starts. Third of 10 behind Save The Trees beaten 1l at 13-10fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 6f (good) in April. Holds every chance.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished behind Pineland when fourth of 10 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Not one to ignore.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished behind Pineland when fourth of 10 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Not one to ignore.
Placed once in four starts. Third of 10 behind Pineland beaten at 11-2 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Others make more appeal.
Placed once in four starts. Third of 10 behind Pineland beaten at 11-2 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. Others make more appeal.
Placed once in six starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind West Hollywood when last of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Best watched.
Placed once in six starts. Well beaten at 40-1 behind West Hollywood when last of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Best watched.
Half-brother to Conspiracy Fact, won six times at 1m. Watch the betting.
Half-brother to Conspiracy Fact, won six times at 1m. Watch the betting.
READIER has been knocking on the door on his last couple of starts and is taken to shed the maiden tag at the fifth attempt. Run Jalen Run and Gun Show complete the shortlist.
A winner at 1m. Beaten behind Sidamara at 11-2 when 9th of 12 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Hard to recommend.
A winner at 1m. Beaten behind Sidamara at 11-2 when 9th of 12 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Hard to recommend.
Won on her latest outing when 13-10fav at Churchill Downs over 1m 2f in April, beating Queen Of The Rodeo by 8l. Leading credentials.
Won on her latest outing when 13-10fav at Churchill Downs over 1m 2f in April, beating Queen Of The Rodeo by 8l. Leading credentials.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when fifth of 12 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Warrants consideration.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when fifth of 12 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Warrants consideration.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 16l behind My Mane Squeeze at 25-1 when 10th of 11 on her latest outing in the Grade 2 Eight Belles Stakes at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Ease in grade will aid her cause.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 16l behind My Mane Squeeze at 25-1 when 10th of 11 on her latest outing in the Grade 2 Eight Belles Stakes at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Ease in grade will aid her cause.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 7l by Upper Case when second of 5 at 13-5 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. Hard to recommend.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 7l by Upper Case when second of 5 at 13-5 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. Hard to recommend.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 12l behind Ma Rae's Girl at 10-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in December last year. Appears to be up against it.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 12l behind Ma Rae's Girl at 10-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in December last year. Appears to be up against it.
A winner at 7f. Finished 12l behind Where's My Ring when sixth of 9 at 3-1 on her latest outing in the Grade 3 Gazelle Stakes at Aqueduct over 1m 1f in April. That wasn't her true running.
A winner at 7f. Finished 12l behind Where's My Ring when sixth of 9 at 3-1 on her latest outing in the Grade 3 Gazelle Stakes at Aqueduct over 1m 1f in April. That wasn't her true running.
A winner at 1m. Finished 11l behind Thorny when fourth of 6 at 11-10fav on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Others preferred.
A winner at 1m. Finished 11l behind Thorny when fourth of 6 at 11-10fav on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Others preferred.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when fourth of 12 at 15-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has a bit to prove.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when fourth of 12 at 15-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has a bit to prove.
JUST BASKING has improved with each career start and ran out an impressive winner here at the end of April. A repeat of that performance would make her tough to oppose, while others for the shortlist include All Things Go and Barbratina.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 20l behind She Called at 7-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f (good) in April. Looks up against it.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 20l behind She Called at 7-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f (good) in April. Looks up against it.
Placed twice in nine starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Kara And Colleen when second of six at 5-1 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. This is tougher.
Placed twice in nine starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Kara And Colleen when second of six at 5-1 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. This is tougher.
Half-sister to Hishikari, won twice at 1m and 1m 2f. Beaten a head by Sarir when second of seven at 9-5fav on her racecourse debut at Keeneland over 7f in April. Can build on that.
Half-sister to Hishikari, won twice at 1m and 1m 2f. Beaten a head by Sarir when second of seven at 9-5fav on her racecourse debut at Keeneland over 7f in April. Can build on that.
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 7l behind Under The Palms when fifth of seven at 6-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in March. Needs to take a step forward to get involved.
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 7l behind Under The Palms when fifth of seven at 6-1 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in March. Needs to take a step forward to get involved.
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 19l behind I'm A Mess at 13-2 when last of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in November last year. Needs to bounce back to form.
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 19l behind I'm A Mess at 13-2 when last of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in November last year. Needs to bounce back to form.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 11l behind King's Secret at 19-2 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m 1f in December last year. Capable of hitting the frame.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 11l behind King's Secret at 19-2 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m 1f in December last year. Capable of hitting the frame.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 2 1/2l behind Fancy when fourth of 11 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Should be on the scene.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 2 1/2l behind Fancy when fourth of 11 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Should be on the scene.
Placed in three of seven starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Fancy when second of 11 at 15-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Should be thereabouts.
Placed in three of seven starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Fancy when second of 11 at 15-2 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Should be thereabouts.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Pendulum at 18-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Likely to find a few of these too good.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Pendulum at 18-1 when seventh of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Likely to find a few of these too good.
Placed in three of 12 starts. Beaten 9l behind Fancy at 10-1 when ninth of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has work to do to get closer to Union Mist (second).
Placed in three of 12 starts. Beaten 9l behind Fancy at 10-1 when ninth of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has work to do to get closer to Union Mist (second).
Placed twice in three starts. Finished behind Sundance Feature when fourth of 10 at 11-4 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Needs to find some improvement to sustain a bid.
Placed twice in three starts. Finished behind Sundance Feature when fourth of 10 at 11-4 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Needs to find some improvement to sustain a bid.
Half-sister to Smart Endeavour, won twice at 7f. Finished 5l behind Roman Grace when fourth of nine at 6-1 on her racecourse debut at Keeneland over 7f in April. Improvement expected after that first taste of racecourse action.
Half-sister to Smart Endeavour, won twice at 7f. Finished 5l behind Roman Grace when fourth of nine at 6-1 on her racecourse debut at Keeneland over 7f in April. Improvement expected after that first taste of racecourse action.
Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 80-1 behind La La Rose when 10th of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 5f last month. Reserve.
Unplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 80-1 behind La La Rose when 10th of 11 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 5f last month. Reserve.
Placed in three of six starts. Third of seven behind Mischievousness beaten 4l at 7-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Reserve.
Placed in three of six starts. Third of seven behind Mischievousness beaten 4l at 7-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Reserve.
Half-sister to Flawless Bourbon, won seven times at 1m and 1m 2f. Finished behind Sundance Feature when sixth of 10 at 14-1 on her racecourse debut at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Reserve.
Half-sister to Flawless Bourbon, won seven times at 1m and 1m 2f. Finished behind Sundance Feature when sixth of 10 at 14-1 on her racecourse debut at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Reserve.
Dam won at 5f. Reserve.
Dam won at 5f. Reserve.
SOUNDBITE was only just touched off over 7f at Keeneland on her racecourse debut in April and with plenty of improvement likely, she should take the beating. Union Mist and Chilled can give the selection most to think about.
A winner at 9-2 at Tampa Bay Downs over 6f on her latest outing in April, beating Open Sky by 1l. Has more on her plate today.
A winner at 9-2 at Tampa Bay Downs over 6f on her latest outing in April, beating Open Sky by 1l. Has more on her plate today.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Winnable at 9-1 when seventh of eight on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Likely to enjoy this ease in class.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Winnable at 9-1 when seventh of eight on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Likely to enjoy this ease in class.
A winner at 7f. Beaten behind Sidamara at 6-1 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Needs to find more.
A winner at 7f. Beaten behind Sidamara at 6-1 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Needs to find more.
A winner at 6f. Finished 14l behind Emery when fifth of six at 18-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 6f in April. Others hold more significant claims.
A winner at 6f. Finished 14l behind Emery when fifth of six at 18-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 6f in April. Others hold more significant claims.
A winner at 6f. Finished 11l behind J Rivers when fifth of 10 at 19-2 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Likely to find a few of these too strong.
A winner at 6f. Finished 11l behind J Rivers when fifth of 10 at 19-2 on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Likely to find a few of these too strong.
A winner at 5f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Star Of Saturn when fourth of eight at 2-1jt-fav on her latest outing at Gulfstream over 7f in March. In place contention.
A winner at 5f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Star Of Saturn when fourth of eight at 2-1jt-fav on her latest outing at Gulfstream over 7f in March. In place contention.
A winner at 6f. Third of five behind Recharge beaten 4 1/2l at 9-10fav on her latest outing at Sunland Park over 1m in February. Could be up to this level.
A winner at 6f. Third of five behind Recharge beaten 4 1/2l at 9-10fav on her latest outing at Sunland Park over 1m in February. Could be up to this level.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when sixth of 12 at 50-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. May struggle to land a blow.
A winner at 1m. Finished behind Sidamara when sixth of 12 at 50-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. May struggle to land a blow.
A winner at 1m. Finished 9l behind Our Pretty Woman when fourth of seven at 4-1 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 1m in February. Isn't high on the shortlist.
A winner at 1m. Finished 9l behind Our Pretty Woman when fourth of seven at 4-1 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 1m in February. Isn't high on the shortlist.
A winner at 6f. Third of eight behind Almostgone Rocket beaten 8l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Enters place conversation.
A winner at 6f. Third of eight behind Almostgone Rocket beaten 8l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Enters place conversation.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 4 1/2l by Almostgone Rocket when second of eight at 16-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Likely to be on the scene.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 4 1/2l by Almostgone Rocket when second of eight at 16-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. Likely to be on the scene.
A winner at 17-4 at Keeneland over 7f on her latest outing in April, beating Baby Sassicaia by 2l. Wouldn't be out of the reckoning.
A winner at 17-4 at Keeneland over 7f on her latest outing in April, beating Baby Sassicaia by 2l. Wouldn't be out of the reckoning.
MERASOL SUGAR had been knocking on the door before struggling in a more valuable contest last time and she can put up a bold bid in this company. Mink's Palace and Sabrina complete the shortlist.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Master Piece when second of five at 1-2fav on his latest outing at Belmont At The Big A over 1m 1f (good) last month. Can get involved.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Master Piece when second of five at 1-2fav on his latest outing at Belmont At The Big A over 1m 1f (good) last month. Can get involved.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Master Of The Seas when fifth of six at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Maker's Mark Mile Stakes at Keeneland over 1m (firm) in April. Needs this drop in class to work the oracle.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Master Of The Seas when fifth of six at 17-2 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Maker's Mark Mile Stakes at Keeneland over 1m (firm) in April. Needs this drop in class to work the oracle.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Carl Spackler beaten 2 1/2l at 18-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. In the shake-up.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Carl Spackler beaten 2 1/2l at 18-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. In the shake-up.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Carl Spackler at 16-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Looks up against it.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Carl Spackler at 16-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Looks up against it.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April, beating Belouni by 2 1/4l. Capable of performing in this company.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April, beating Belouni by 2 1/4l. Capable of performing in this company.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month, beating Camp Hope by 2 1/4l. This is tougher.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month, beating Camp Hope by 2 1/4l. This is tougher.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Carl Spackler at 28-1 when ninth of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Others make more appeal.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 12l behind Carl Spackler at 28-1 when ninth of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Others make more appeal.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Finished 6l behind I'm Very Busy when sixth of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Muniz Memorial Classic Stakes at Fair Grounds over 1m 1f (good) in March. Enters place calculations.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Finished 6l behind I'm Very Busy when sixth of 13 at 18-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Muniz Memorial Classic Stakes at Fair Grounds over 1m 1f (good) in March. Enters place calculations.
EMMANUEL struggled to land a blow in Grade 1 company last time, but he looks primed to get back to winning ways in these much calmer waters. Ottoman Fleet and Smokin' T should pose the selection the most questions.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 6l behind Gun Pilot at 13-2 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Not at his best on that occasion, but can't be ruled out with any confidence.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 6l behind Gun Pilot at 13-2 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Not at his best on that occasion, but can't be ruled out with any confidence.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 4 1/2l by Angkor when second of 6 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. More needed in this company.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 4 1/2l by Angkor when second of 6 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f last month. More needed in this company.
Has won ten races at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 1-5fav at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month, beating Mish by 2 1/4l. Has won three of his four starts so far this year and leading claims in this.
Has won ten races at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 1-5fav at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month, beating Mish by 2 1/4l. Has won three of his four starts so far this year and leading claims in this.
He has won four times at 6f. A winner at 85-40 at Churchill Downs over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Closethegame Sugar by 4 1/2l. In fine form and should go well.
He has won four times at 6f. A winner at 85-40 at Churchill Downs over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Closethegame Sugar by 4 1/2l. In fine form and should go well.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Skelly beaten 7l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. More needed if he's to reverse running with his stablemate.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Skelly beaten 7l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f last month. More needed if he's to reverse running with his stablemate.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 9-5jt-fav at Keeneland over 7f in April, beating Eye Witness by 3l. Facing tougher opposition in this.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 9-5jt-fav at Keeneland over 7f in April, beating Eye Witness by 3l. Facing tougher opposition in this.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Finished 9l behind Kingsbarns when sixth of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 at Keeneland over 1m 1f in April. Not at his best recently.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Finished 9l behind Kingsbarns when sixth of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 3 at Keeneland over 1m 1f in April. Not at his best recently.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Gun Pilot when second of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Should give another good account.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Gun Pilot when second of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 7f last month. Should give another good account.
SKELLY is at the top of his game and Steve Asmussen's speedster will take some pegging back if getting his own way on the lead. Tejano Twist found the selection too good at Oaklawn in April but is a top sprinter on his day, while Here Mi Song and Surly Furious are both capable of figuring in this company.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. A winner at 7-1 at Keeneland over 1m on her latest outing in April, beating Musical Mischief by 1/2l. Still improving and could go well again.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. A winner at 7-1 at Keeneland over 1m on her latest outing in April, beating Musical Mischief by 1/2l. Still improving and could go well again.
She has won four times from 5f to 7f. Won on her latest outing when 13-10fav at Hawthorne over 5f in March, beating Bali Dreamin by 2 3/4l. Has yet to make her mark at this level.
She has won four times from 5f to 7f. Won on her latest outing when 13-10fav at Hawthorne over 5f in March, beating Bali Dreamin by 2 3/4l. Has yet to make her mark at this level.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 11l behind Adare Manor when sixth of 9 at 19-5 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. A winner at the highest level last summer and one to fear if back to her best.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 11l behind Adare Manor when sixth of 9 at 19-5 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. A winner at the highest level last summer and one to fear if back to her best.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten a head by Dana's Beauty when second of 5 at 7-5fav on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in March. Needs to step up on that form to figure.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten a head by Dana's Beauty when second of 5 at 7-5fav on her latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in March. Needs to step up on that form to figure.
She has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Beaten 12l behind Adare Manor at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Has won a Grade 3 and could be thereabouts.
She has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Beaten 12l behind Adare Manor at 22-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April. Has won a Grade 3 and could be thereabouts.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished behind Idiomatic when fifth of 7 at 2-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has a shout if forgiven that below-par effort.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished behind Idiomatic when fifth of 7 at 2-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 1 at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Has a shout if forgiven that below-par effort.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 40-85fav at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month, beating Secret Statement by 7l. Unexposed filly and has to come into the reckoning.
She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 40-85fav at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month, beating Secret Statement by 7l. Unexposed filly and has to come into the reckoning.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 6-5fav at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April, beating Absinthe by 4l. Facing a tough task in this company.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 6-5fav at Oaklawn Park over 1m in April, beating Absinthe by 4l. Facing a tough task in this company.
She has won four times from 5f to 1m. Beaten 3 1/2l by Raging Sea when second of 7 at 13-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m in April. More needed if she's to have a say in this.
She has won four times from 5f to 1m. Beaten 3 1/2l by Raging Sea when second of 7 at 13-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m in April. More needed if she's to have a say in this.
A competitive Grade 3 contest, with both Wet Paint and Xigera capable of going close on the pick of their form last year. Magical Lute is still improving, but the same can be said of SCYLLA. Bill Mott's filly returned an impressive winner last time and a bold bid is expected.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Dynamic Pricing when second of 11 at 11-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Looks to have a leading chance on that form.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Dynamic Pricing when second of 11 at 11-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Looks to have a leading chance on that form.
She has won three times at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 12l behind Thorpedo Anna when fifth of 14 at 40-1 on her latest outing in the Grade 1 Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f last month. Progressive before that and better expected.
She has won three times at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 12l behind Thorpedo Anna when fifth of 14 at 40-1 on her latest outing in the Grade 1 Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f last month. Progressive before that and better expected.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Well beaten at 17-4 behind Living Magic when last of 10 on her latest outing at Belmont At The Big A over 1m (good) in October last year. Best watched for now.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Well beaten at 17-4 behind Living Magic when last of 10 on her latest outing at Belmont At The Big A over 1m (good) in October last year. Best watched for now.
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 11 behind Dynamic Pricing beaten 1 1/2l at 8-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Should be in the mix once again.
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 11 behind Dynamic Pricing beaten 1 1/2l at 8-1 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Should be in the mix once again.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Buchu when fifth of 12 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April. Looks up against it in this company.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Buchu when fifth of 12 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April. Looks up against it in this company.
She has won three times at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Dynamic Pricing when sixth of 11 at 13-5 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Triumphed at that level before that and has to come into the reckoning.
She has won three times at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Dynamic Pricing when sixth of 11 at 13-5 on her latest outing in a Grade 2 at Churchill Downs over 1m (firm) last month. Triumphed at that level before that and has to come into the reckoning.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 9 behind Style Points beaten 1/2l at 9-2 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. More needed at this level but has scope for improvement.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 9 behind Style Points beaten 1/2l at 9-2 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. More needed at this level but has scope for improvement.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 1/2l behind Style Points when fourth of 9 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. A maiden winner with plenty to prove.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 1/2l behind Style Points when fourth of 9 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. A maiden winner with plenty to prove.
Won on her latest outing when 2-1fav at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month, beating Raconteuse by 5l. Facing a much tougher task in this grade.
Won on her latest outing when 2-1fav at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month, beating Raconteuse by 5l. Facing a much tougher task in this grade.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Sweet Rebecca when second of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Aqueduct over 1m (good) in April. Open to improvement as she steps up in class.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Sweet Rebecca when second of 7 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Aqueduct over 1m (good) in April. Open to improvement as she steps up in class.
Buchu won at Keeneland before finishing behind WAY TO BE MARIE in a Grade 2 contest here last month. The latter was caught close home on that occasion and is taken to go one better in this. Both Sassy Princess and Faith Understood have scope for improvement as they step up in class.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Oaklawn Park over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating dead-heaters Strong Tide and Nautical Star by 4 1/2l. Warrants respect in search of a hat-trick.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Oaklawn Park over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating dead-heaters Strong Tide and Nautical Star by 4 1/2l. Warrants respect in search of a hat-trick.
He has won three times at 1m. Beaten 2l by Skippylongstocking when second of 11 at 19-5 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m 1f in April. Obvious shortlist material.
He has won three times at 1m. Beaten 2l by Skippylongstocking when second of 11 at 19-5 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m 1f in April. Obvious shortlist material.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f. Beaten 3 1/2l by Kingsbarns when second of 9 at 19-5 on his latest outing in the Grade 3 Ben Ali Stakes at Keeneland over 1m 1f in April. Solid claims of at least hitting the frame.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f. Beaten 3 1/2l by Kingsbarns when second of 9 at 19-5 on his latest outing in the Grade 3 Ben Ali Stakes at Keeneland over 1m 1f in April. Solid claims of at least hitting the frame.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Third of 7 behind Five Star General beaten 9l at 13-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Commands attention on the back of that performance.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Third of 7 behind Five Star General beaten 9l at 13-5 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Commands attention on the back of that performance.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Third of 7 behind Arcangelo beaten 3 1/2l at 13-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Travers Stakes at Saratoga over 1m 2f in August last year. Should be there or thereabouts when it matters most.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f. Third of 7 behind Arcangelo beaten 3 1/2l at 13-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Travers Stakes at Saratoga over 1m 2f in August last year. Should be there or thereabouts when it matters most.
A winner at 1m 1f. Beaten a neck by Cagliostro when second of 8 at 8-13fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m in April. Sound credentials to at least hit the frame on the back of that performance.
A winner at 1m 1f. Beaten a neck by Cagliostro when second of 8 at 8-13fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m in April. Sound credentials to at least hit the frame on the back of that performance.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f. Finished 10l behind Five Star General when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Others have more compelling claims for the gold medal.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f. Finished 10l behind Five Star General when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Others have more compelling claims for the gold medal.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f. Finished 12l behind Skippylongstocking when sixth of 11 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m 1f in April. Merits a second look in these calmer waters.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 1f. Finished 12l behind Skippylongstocking when sixth of 11 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m 1f in April. Merits a second look in these calmer waters.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 14-5 at Keeneland over 1m on his latest outing in April, beating Dreamlike by a neck. Obvious shortlist material.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 14-5 at Keeneland over 1m on his latest outing in April, beating Dreamlike by a neck. Obvious shortlist material.
Has won 12 races from 6f to 1m 1f. A winner at 10-1 at Churchill Downs over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Kupuna by 1 1/4l. Largely consistent type who cannot be overlooked.
Has won 12 races from 6f to 1m 1f. A winner at 10-1 at Churchill Downs over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Kupuna by 1 1/4l. Largely consistent type who cannot be overlooked.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 18l behind First Mission at 5-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Alysheba Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Capable of having a big say if on a going day.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Beaten 18l behind First Mission at 5-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Alysheba Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m last month. Capable of having a big say if on a going day.
HIGHLAND FALLS represents a stable very much on the hot list and on the back of an excellent second in a higher grade most recently, he gets the vote to return to winning ways here. Cagliostro and Dreamlike are closely matched on recent form and cannot be overlooked lightly.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. A winner at 5-1 at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) on his latest outing in April, beating Thomas Aquinas by 1 3/4l. One of the more likely winners on paper.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. A winner at 5-1 at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) on his latest outing in April, beating Thomas Aquinas by 1 3/4l. One of the more likely winners on paper.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Trikari when fourth of 14 at 15-2 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Warrants respect with his sights lowered.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Trikari when fourth of 14 at 15-2 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Warrants respect with his sights lowered.
Won on his latest outing when 20-21fav at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April, beating Green Light by 1 1/2l. More will be required if he is to take the gold medal.
Won on his latest outing when 20-21fav at Keeneland over 1m (good) in April, beating Green Light by 1 1/2l. More will be required if he is to take the gold medal.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Nomos when second of 10 at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. Every chance of going one place better.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Nomos when second of 10 at 10-3fav on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 1f (good) in April. Every chance of going one place better.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Trikari when second of 14 at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Consistent type who can run his usual admirable race.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Trikari when second of 14 at 22-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Consistent type who can run his usual admirable race.
Successful twice at 1m on firm and good ground. A winner at 9-2 at Fair Grounds over 1m (firm) on his latest outing in March, beating Count Dracula by a neck. Represents an in-form stable and he can make his presence felt.
Successful twice at 1m on firm and good ground. A winner at 9-2 at Fair Grounds over 1m (firm) on his latest outing in March, beating Count Dracula by a neck. Represents an in-form stable and he can make his presence felt.
Successful at 5f and 1m on good ground. A winner at 8-1 at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Army Officer by 1/2l. Merits consideration.
Successful at 5f and 1m on good ground. A winner at 8-1 at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Army Officer by 1/2l. Merits consideration.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 11 behind Trikari beaten 1/2l at 11-5fav on his latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in March. Easy to make a strong case for.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 11 behind Trikari beaten 1/2l at 11-5fav on his latest outing at Turfway Park over 1m in March. Easy to make a strong case for.
Successful at 6f and 1m on good ground. Third of 14 behind Trikari beaten 2l at 35-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. May have to settle for minor honours once more.
Successful at 6f and 1m on good ground. Third of 14 behind Trikari beaten 2l at 35-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. May have to settle for minor honours once more.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Trikari at 22-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Others appeal more.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Trikari at 22-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 American Turf Stakes at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month. Others appeal more.
FORMIDABLE MAN (second) finished ahead of Lagynos (third) when the pair met here and he can confirm his superiority over that rival en route to victory. It remains to be seen where Cameo Performance's ceiling lies and he is also respected.
