Distance: 1 mile 110 yards · Surface: Dirt · Purse: US $24,000 added
Field & Program
| Post | Horse | Age | Wt | OR | Trainer | Jockey |
| 1 | Brinson (USA) | 4 | 8-7 | 82 | Andre Ellis | Arthur Budhu |
| 2 | Judo (USA) | 5 | 8-12 | 102 | Steve Keplin Jr. | Sven Balroop |
| 3 | Riverside (USA) | 5 | 8-7 | 102 | Rick A. Wise | Antonio Whitehall |
| 4 | Arrest (USA) | 7 | 8-7 | 101 | Rick A. Wise | Rachaad Knights |
| 5 | Malibu S S (USA) | 6 | 8-7 | 105 | Jerry Gourneau | Renaldo Cumberbatch |
| 6 | Magic Tiger (USA) | 7 | 8-7 | 94 | Wendy Anderson | Javaniel Patterson |
No gear changes have been reported for this event.
Key Contenders & Tactical Breakdown
Malibu S S (Post 5, OR 105):
Top-rated in the field, Jerry Gourneau’s veteran mare boasts 11 wins from 37 starts and a potent early pace. Renaldo Cumberbatch excels saving ground before unleashing her late kick. Expect her to press the lead and fend off closers.
Judo (Post 2, OR 102):
Five-for-nine at Assiniboia Downs this meet, Steve Keplin’s charge has struck in four straight starts. Sven Balroop often positions her just off the pace, then accelerates through the stretch. A true front-runner on her favoured mile trip.
Riverside (Post 3, OR 102):
Rick Wise’s consistent all–weather shipper exits a solid fifth at Century Mile. Antonio Whitehall will employ stalking tactics, waiting for kicks in the lane. Her form at stakes distances makes her a must‐use in exotics.
Arrest (Post 4, OR 101):
Another Wise trainee, the seven‐year‐old has the experience to handle middle fractions. Rachaad Knights navigates her into a mid‐pack lodgment and relies on turf‐to‐dirt versatility to grind out a finish.
Magic Tiger (Post 6, OR 94):
Last at this course in her lone stakes try, she may relish a ground‐saving trip beneath Javaniel Patterson. Look for an improved effort if she secures a forward stalking position.
Brinson (Post 1, OR 82):
Andre Ellis’s young filly stretches out after two wins and two seconds at five furlongs. Arthur Budhu will attempt to settle her early, but the extra quarter‐mile could test her stamina.
Pedigree Patterns & Bloodline Notes
Speed-Dominant Sires: Malibu S S and Judo trace back to North American dirt sires known for early thrust and miler stamina.
Stamina from Dam Lines: Arrest and Riverside feature broodmare sires who impart staying power, key over 1 mile 110 yds.
Late Kick Influences: Brinson and Magic Tiger bring late acceleration via dam‐side speed lines, making them viable at longer odds in deep closers’ exotics.
Trainer & Jockey Insights
Jerry Gourneau (Malibu S S): 30% win rate with his mare, excels at positioning for stalking trips.
Steve Keplin Jr. (Judo): Dependable around two-turn dirt, often pairs with Balroop for tactical speed.
Rick A. Wise (Riverside & Arrest): Sends out high-percentage stakes runners; two entries give double play.
Renaldo Cumberbatch vs. Sven Balroop: Two of the meet’s leading pilots, skilled at carving ground for late bursts.
Betting Angles
Win‐Exacta: Malibu S S and Judo (single in multi).
Trifecta Key: Add Riverside on the key box; throw in Arrest for deeper exotic tickets.
Longshot Play: Brinson–Magic Tiger across the board in tri‐boxes.
