Race Details
- Purse: $100,000
- Distance: About 6½ furlongs (downhill turf)
- Track Condition: Rail at 20 feet
- Eligibility: Three-Year-Olds
- Weight: 124 lbs
- Non-Winners Allowances: 2 lbs for non-winners of a Sweepstakes, 4 lbs for non-winners of a race other than Maiden, Claiming, or Starter
- Trophy: Presented to the winning owner
Field Overview
- Game Warrior (KY) – Jockey: A Fresu, Trainer: R D Alvarado, Weight: 120 lbs, Odds: 15/1
- Triple Diamonds (CA) – Jockey: U Rispoli, Trainer: M Glatt, Weight: 122 lbs, Odds: 3/1
- Style Cat (CA) – Jockey: H I Berrios, Trainer: R D Alvarado, Weight: 122 lbs, Odds: 4/1
- Fomo Joe (KY) – Jockey: A Escobedo, Trainer: R Hanson, Weight: 120 lbs, Odds: 10/1
- Scipio (KY) – Jockey: F Prat, Trainer: R Baltas, Weight: 120 lbs, Odds: 5/2
- Freedom’s Not Free (KY) – Jockey: L Dettori, Trainer: M Glatt, Weight: 120 lbs, Odds: 7/2
- Maximus (KY) – Jockey: D A Herrera, Trainer: C DeAlba, Weight: 120 lbs, Odds: 6/1
Key Insights
- Scipio is the class of the field, having shown consistent performance. With blinkers off, he might be more relaxed and perform even better.
- Freedom’s Not Free is the speed horse in the race. His early speed could set the pace, but it will be interesting to see if he can maintain it throughout the race.
- Triple Diamonds and Style Cat are strong contenders with solid odds. Both have shown good form and have capable jockeys.
- Game Warrior and Fomo Joe are long shots, but they could surprise if they have a good day.
Strategic Considerations
- Early Speed: With Freedom’s Not Free likely to set the pace, jockeys of other horses will need to decide whether to challenge early or sit back and make a move later.
- Track Position: The rail at 20 feet could influence the race dynamics, especially for horses that prefer running on the inside.
- Weight Differences: The slight weight differences might play a role, especially for horses carrying less weight like Game Warrior and Fomo Joe.
