Venue: Gulfstream Park — Hallandale Beach, Florida

Scheduled Post Time: 20:49 ET (8:49 PM)

Distance: 6 furlongs + 110 yards (Dirt)

Purse: $100,000

Field: 8 runners (4‑year‑olds and up)

Expected Weather & Track Conditions

South Florida late‑April evenings typically bring warm (75–80°F), humid conditions with a fast dirt track unless thunderstorms develop. No racecard source provides an official forecast, but Gulfstream historically maintains a fast surface for night stakes unless rain intervenes. (Inference based on climate norms; not directly sourced.)

Field‑by‑Field Analysis

PP 1 — Classic Of Course

Jockey: Jonathan Ocasio

Trainer: Patrick Biancone

Official Rating: 105

Recent Form: 144‑454

Morning Line Odds: ~9/2 Analysis: A high‑cruising‑speed 4‑year‑old with strong early pace. His rating (105) places him among the top contenders. Form is mixed, but he consistently shows up against quality fields. Rail draw helps his tactical style.

PP 2 — Carambaso

Jockey: Miguel Vasquez

Trainer: Armando De

Official Rating: 86

Recent Form: 127‑251

Morning Line Odds: ~20/1 Analysis: Lower‑rated than most of this field but comes in with improving form. Needs a pace collapse to threaten late.

PP 3 — Hurricane Nelson

Jockey: Samy Camacho

Trainer: Miguel Clement

Official Rating: 103

Recent Form: 2/11317‑

Morning Line Odds: ~5/1 Analysis: A classy 5‑year‑old who has run well in graded company. Strong mid‑pack stalker with a sharp late punch. A major win threat if the pace is honest.

PP 4 — Nothingsubtle

Jockey: Rajiv Maragh

Trainer: Nicholas Palmer

Official Rating: 96

Recent Form: 541‑345

Morning Line Odds: ~12/1 Analysis: Consistent grinder who rarely runs a bad race. Lacks the explosive kick of the top contenders but fits underneath in exotics.

PP 5 — Joey Muscles

Jockey: Jose Morelos

Trainer: Jena Antonucci

Official Rating: 90

Recent Form: 556‑732

Morning Line Odds: ~20/1 Analysis: Has struggled to finish strongly against similar company. Would need a career‑best effort to contend.

PP 6 — Flood Zone

Jockey: Edgard Zayas

Trainer: Brad Cox

Official Rating: 102

Recent Form: 1775‑13

Morning Line Odds: ~5/2 Analysis: A major player. Comes in off a sharp win and owns one of the best recent speed figures. Cox/Zayas is a powerful Gulfstream combination. Strong contender to upset the favorite.

PP 7 — Neshume

Jockey: Edwin Gonzalez

Trainer: Laura Cazares

Official Rating: 89

Recent Form: 74‑5163

Morning Line Odds: ~20/1 Analysis: Honest runner with some tactical speed but outclassed on paper. Could grab a minor share if the pace melts down.

PP 8 — Damon’s Mound

Jockey: Junior Alvarado

Trainer: William Mott

Official Rating: 103

Recent Form: 341‑121

Morning Line Odds: 7/5 (Favorite) Analysis: The defending winner and the class of the field. Comes in off a pair of strong performances and draws favorably outside the speed. Mott has him razor‑sharp. The horse to beat.

Venue: Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach, Florida (main track, dirt)
Distance: 6 furlongs
Purse: $100,000 (Florida-bred restricted)
Conditions: For registered Florida-bred 3-year-old fillies
Scheduled Post Time: 4:19 PM ET (first post for the day: approximately 11:30 AM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Hallandale Beach, FL):
Warm and humid South Florida spring afternoon with highs in the mid-80s°F (around 82–86°F by post time) and lows near 70–73°F overnight. Mostly sunny to partly cloudy with light southeast winds 5–10 mph and only a low (10–20%) chance of any isolated showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Fast dirt. The Gulfstream main track has been consistently quick all meet with dry, sunny conditions in the forecast; expect a classic speed-favoring bias that rewards early or tactical speed in this six-furlong sprint for sophomore fillies.

This is one of six $100,000 Florida-bred stakes on the loaded Saturday card—the FHBPA Sophomore Fillies Sprint highlights the best 3-year-old fillies sprinting six furlongs on the main track. The competitive field of nine is dominated by the heavy morning-line favorite Mythical (4/5), a graded-stakes winner with explosive recent form. Strong support for Tessellate (7/2) off a dominant Tampa romp and Unfaithful Rose (6/1) making her local debut. Expect an honest early pace that could set up stalkers and closers if the front-runners tire.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Winplaceandshow (FL)	3/F	Leonel Reyes	Joseph F. Orseno	15/1
2	Love Like Lucy (FL)	3/F	Edwin Gonzalez	Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.	15/1
3	Flowko (FL)	3/F	Marcos Meneses	Rory C. Miller	30/1
4	Tosca (FL)	3/F	Rajiv Maragh	Mary Lightner	20/1
5	Mythical (FL)	3/F	Edgard J. Zayas	Jorge Delgado	4/5
6	Unfaithful Rose (FL)	3/F	Junior Alvarado	Ethan W. West	6/1
7	Tessellate (FL)	3/F	Micah J. Husbands	Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.	7/2
8	La Chismosa (FL)	3/F	Miguel Angel Vasquez	Renaldo Richards	15/1
9	Don’t Do It Lucy (FL)	3/F	Yolber Torres	Jose Francisco D’Angelo	8/1

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent finishes, key form, and race-specific notes):

PP 1 – Winplaceandshow (15/1, Leonel Reyes, Joseph F. Orseno)
By Win Win Win out of Honey Talk. Recent form: Narrow head victory over Love Like Lucy in a six-furlong state-bred allowance. Orseno knows how to have them ready for these restricted sprints; Reyes retains the mount. Rail post is a plus for her forward style—live longshot who could improve with a clean trip but needs to step up against graded company.

PP 2 – Love Like Lucy (15/1, Edwin Gonzalez, Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.)
By Win Win Win out of Just Like Lucy. Recent form: Second in a six-furlong state-bred allowance (after a fourth in the Gasparilla). Joseph second string with consistent local form; Gonzalez is a capable rider. Tactical speed from post 2 makes her a dangerous underneath play and a logical exotic piece at square odds.

PP 3 – Flowko (30/1, Marcos Meneses, Rory C. Miller)
By Brethren out of Vino de Pago. Deepest longshot with limited stakes experience. Miller homebred showing some promise but faces a significant class jump here. Meneses can get her into the race; best used as a deep exotic filler at big odds.

PP 4 – Tosca (20/1, Rajiv Maragh, Mary Lightner)
By Chance It out of Lirica. Lightner trainee with improving recent efforts in allowance company. Maragh knows the Gulfstream biases well. Mid-pack style should suit a contested pace; live longshot who could flash speed at a price.

PP 5 – Mythical (4/5, Edgard J. Zayas, Jorge Delgado)
By St Patrick’s Day out of Lailoni. Graded-stakes winner (Adirondack G3) with five stakes victories from eight starts; recent win in the Any Limit by two lengths in 1:09.50. Delgado homebred (Arindel) is maturing nicely and training sharply; Zayas retains the mount. The clear odds-on favorite should sit a perfect stalking trip and be the one to beat on class and current form. Top selection.

PP 6 – Unfaithful Rose (6/1, Junior Alvarado, Ethan W. West)
By Vino Rosso out of Starshipunfaithful. Recent form: Troubled fourth (one length short) in the six-furlong Xtra Heat at Laurel after being pinballed at the start. West has her sharp; Alvarado ships in for the mount. Tactical closer with upside—dangerous at 6/1 if she gets a clean trip.

PP 7 – Tessellate (7/2, Micah J. Husbands, Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.)
By McKinzie out of Shotdowninflames. Two-time open-stakes winner; most recent a 4½-length romp in the seven-furlong Sophomore Fillies at Tampa Bay Downs. Joseph barn is always dangerous in these spots; Husbands takes the mount for the first time. Expect her to be forwardly placed or stalking—major threat and the top underneath play.

PP 8 – La Chismosa (15/1, Miguel Angel Vasquez, Renaldo Richards)
By Win Win Win out of Silent Joy. Richards trainee with flashes of ability but needs a career-best effort here. Vasquez can ride her into a mid-pack trip. Outside post is manageable in a sprint; longshot value in exotics.

PP 9 – Don’t Do It Lucy (8/1, Yolber Torres, Jose Francisco D’Angelo)
By Girvin out of Presage. D’Angelo trainee showing steady improvement; Torres can get her forward. Tactical speed from the outside makes her a live longshot who could improve with the drop in class/weight. Solid exotic contender.

Venue: Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach, Florida (turf course)
Distance: 1 1/16 miles
Purse: $100,000 (Florida-bred restricted)
Conditions: For registered Florida-bred 4-year-olds and upward
Scheduled Post Time: 3:50 PM ET (first post for the day: approximately 12:50 PM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Hallandale Beach, FL):
Warm and humid South Florida spring afternoon with highs in the mid-80s°F (around 82–86°F by post time) and lows near 70–73°F overnight. Mostly sunny to partly cloudy with light southeast winds 5–10 mph and only a low (10–20%) chance of any isolated showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Firm turf. The Gulfstream turf course has been consistently good-to-firm all meet with dry, sunny conditions forecast; expect a fair, speed-favoring setup that rewards tactical speed and clean trips over the 1 1/16-mile distance.

This is one of six $100,000 Florida-bred stakes on the loaded Saturday card—the FHBPA Turf Stakes highlights older turf routers over a testing 1 1/16 miles. The compact field of eight is headlined by a strong morning-line favorite in Private Thoughts (2/1), a consistent Neolithic gelding with sharp recent local form. Strong support for stakes winners/placed horses like Tank (3/1), Adios Cole (7/2), and graded-stakes winner Classic Mo Town (8/1). Expect a tactical pace on the firm turf that sets up stalkers and late runners if the early speed tires.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Classic Mo Town (FL)	6/G	Micah J. Husbands	Mark E. Casse	8/1
2	Private Thoughts (FL)	5/G	Leonel Reyes	Ronald B. Spatz	2/1
3	Brawn (FL)	5/H	Jesus M. Rios	Ruben Sierra	20/1
4	Tapit Kissit Winit (FL)	4/G	Sonny Leon	Mark E. Casse	20/1
5	Tank (FL)	4/C	Samy Camacho	Carlos A. David	3/1
6	Adios Cole (FL)	5/G	Junior Alvarado	Sam Wilensky	7/2
7	Junction Road (FL)	5/H	Joe Bravo	Rohan G. Crichton	9/2
8	Scarecrow (FL)	4/C	Edgard J. Zayas	Jorge Delgado	10/1

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent form notes, key pedigree, and race-specific angles):

PP 1 – Classic Mo Town (8/1, Micah J. Husbands, Mark E. Casse)
By Mo Town out of Potra Clasica (ARG). Former claimer turned graded-stakes winner (Eclipse S. G2 at Woodbine). Casse barn always dangerous shipping to Gulfstream turf; Husbands retains the mount. Tactical speed and proven class at this distance make him a live exotic threat at square odds if he handles the firm going.

PP 2 – Private Thoughts (2/1, Leonel Reyes, Ronald B. Spatz)
By Neolithic out of Love Itself (GB). Consistent 5YO with excellent recent turf form and the highest recent speed figures in the field. Spatz trains him sharply for this spot; Reyes knows the local biases perfectly. The clear morning-line favorite should sit a perfect stalking trip and be the one to beat on class and current form.

PP 3 – Brawn (20/1, Jesus M. Rios, Ruben Sierra)
By Neolithic out of Kandhara. Longshot with flashes of ability but needs a career-best effort against this group. Sierra knows the Gulfstream turf well; Rios can get him forward. Best used as a deep exotic filler at big odds.

PP 4 – Tapit Kissit Winit (20/1, Sonny Leon, Mark E. Casse)
By Tapit out of Let It Ride Mom. Casse second string with improving turf form. Leon is a capable rider locally. Mid-pack style should benefit from any contested pace; live longshot who could improve with the drop in class/weight.

PP 5 – Tank (3/1, Samy Camacho, Carlos A. David)
By Adios Charlie out of Vegas. Stakes winner with strong recent placings over Gulfstream turf. David trains him for owner Arindel; Camacho retains the mount. Tactical closer with proven stakes upside—prime contender and a major threat to the favorite.

PP 6 – Adios Cole (7/2, Junior Alvarado, Sam Wilensky)
By Adios Charlie out of Hillary D. Stakes-placed gelding with consistent turf sprint-to-route versatility. Wilensky has him sharp; Alvarado is a plus rider. Should be forwardly placed or stalking—dangerous throughout at a square price.

PP 7 – Junction Road (9/2, Joe Bravo, Rohan G. Crichton)
By Girvin out of She’s So Indy. Consistent performer with solid local turf form. Crichton knows how to win restricted stakes; Bravo is a Gulfstream veteran. Tactical speed makes him a live underneath play and excellent value in exotics.

PP 8 – Scarecrow (10/1, Edgard J. Zayas, Jorge Delgado)
By Neolithic out of E Street Bourbon. Arindel homebred with improving recent efforts. Delgado trains him for a share; Zayas knows the course biases. Late runner who will benefit most from a hot early pace—solid longshot value.

Venue: Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach, Florida (main track, dirt)
Distance: 6 furlongs
Purse: $100,000 (Florida-bred restricted)
Conditions: For registered Florida-bred 3-year-olds
Scheduled Post Time: 4:04 PM ET (first post for the day: approximately 11:30 AM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Hallandale Beach, FL):
Warm and humid South Florida spring day with highs in the mid-80s°F (around 82–86°F by post time) and lows near 70–73°F overnight. Mostly sunny to partly cloudy with light southeast winds 5–10 mph and only a low (10–20%) chance of any isolated showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Fast dirt. The Gulfstream main track has been consistently quick all meet with dry, sunny conditions in the forecast; expect a classic speed-favoring bias that rewards early or tactical speed in this 6-furlong sprint.

This is one of six Florida-bred stakes on the loaded Saturday card—the FHBPA Sophomore Sprint highlights the best 3-year-old colts sprinting six furlongs on the main track. The competitive field of nine features several sharp recent performers, headlined by morning-line favorite Maykomotion (9/5), who comes in off a dominant win in the Sophomore Stakes RS. Strong support for Diciassette (2/1) and Rockies Balboa (9/2). Expect an honest early pace that could set up stalkers and closers if the front-runners tire. HRN speed ratings and recent local form point to a wide-open betting race with plenty of value underneath.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Sweeping Shadow (FL)	3/C	Samy Camacho	Lisa L. Lewis	12/1
2	Diciassette (FL)	3/C	Jonathan Ocasio	Patrick L. Biancone	2/1
3	My Boy Star (FL)	3/C	Israel O. Rodriguez	Alejandro Olais Mendieta	12/1
4	Langvad (FL)	3/C	Micah J. Husbands	Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.	15/1
5	Project Pat (FL)	3/C	Yolber Torres	Jose Francisco D’Angelo	20/1
6	Wootun (FL)	3/C	Leonel Reyes	Heather Smullen	10/1
7	Maykomotion (FL)	3/C	Edgard J. Zayas	George Weaver	9/5
8	Trelawny (FL)	3/C	Jose E. Morelos	Jose Pinchin	20/1
9	Rockies Balboa (FL)	3/C	Junior Alvarado	Dale L. Romans	9/2

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent finishes, HRN ratings where available, key form, and race-specific notes):

PP 1 – Sweeping Shadow (12/1, Samy Camacho, Lisa L. Lewis)
By Girvin out of My Dawn. HRN rating: 83. Last out: 4th in the 2026 Hutcheson (LS). Lewis trainee with tactical speed but needs a step forward to compete at this level. Camacho knows the Gulfstream biases; rail post is a plus for a forward trip. Live longshot who could improve with a clean break but best as an underneath exotic play.

PP 2 – Diciassette (2/1, Jonathan Ocasio, Patrick L. Biancone)
By Mitole out of I’m a Dixie Diva. HRN rating: 82. Last out: 3rd in the 2026 Hutcheson (LS). Biancone ships winners to Florida and this consistent colt has shown stakes-level ability. Ocasio retains the mount; expect him to stalk or press from post 2. Strong contender on recent form and trainer prowess—prime win candidate.

PP 3 – My Boy Star (12/1, Israel O. Rodriguez, Alejandro Olais Mendieta)
By Bucchero out of My Sarasota Star. HRN rating: 105 (one of the highest). Last out: 1st (dominant) in a Tampa Bay Downs MSW (3/29/26). Homebred with explosive recent speed; Rodriguez can ride him into a mid-pack trip. Dangerous closer who could pull the upset at square odds if the pace is hot.

PP 4 – Langvad (15/1, Micah J. Husbands, Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.)
By Awesome Slew. HRN rating: 68. Last out: 6th in the 2026 Swale (LS). Joseph barn is always dangerous in restricted stakes; Husbands is riding well locally. Needs a big rebound but has the pedigree and barn support to flash speed; live longshot exotic piece.

PP 5 – Project Pat (20/1, Yolber Torres, Jose Francisco D’Angelo)
By Girvin. HRN rating: 93. Last out: 2nd in a Gulfstream maiden optional claimer (3/27/26). D’Angelo knows how to have them ready; Torres can get him forward. Tactical speed from mid-pack makes him a value underneath play at big odds if he handles the stakes jump.

PP 6 – Wootun (10/1, Leonel Reyes, Heather Smullen)
By Tunwoo (Golden Valor). HRN rating: 88. Last out: 2nd in the 2026 Hutcheson (LS). Smullen trainee with solid local sprint form; Reyes is a capable rider. Should be forwardly placed; dangerous at 10/1 if he replicates his recent placing efforts.

PP 7 – Maykomotion (9/5, Edgard J. Zayas, George Weaver)
By Vekoma. HRN rating: 104. Last out: 1st (impressive) in the 2026 Sophomore Stakes RS. Weaver is having a strong meet; Zayas retains the mount and should have him in a perfect stalking position. The clear morning-line favorite and top selection on class, current form, and connections. The one to beat.

PP 8 – Trelawny (20/1, Jose E. Morelos, Jose Pinchin)
By Uncle Chuck out of Eradicate. HRN rating: 90. Last out: 1st in a Gulfstream allowance (4/2/26). Pinchin barn longshot with recent sharp effort; Morelos can ride him into the race. Outside post is manageable in a sprint; needs a career-best but offers longshot value in exotics.

PP 9 – Rockies Balboa (9/2, Junior Alvarado, Dale L. Romans)
By Girvin. HRN rating: 100. Last out: 2nd in the 2026 Sophomore Stakes RS. Romans ships sharp runners and this consistent colt has excellent recent stakes form. Alvarado is a plus rider; expect a mid-pack trip with strong closing kick. Excellent value second choice and a major threat to the favorite.

Venue: Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach, Florida (main track, dirt)
Distance: 6½ furlongs
Purse: $100,000 (Florida-bred restricted)
Conditions: For fillies and mares, 4 years old and upward (FL-bred)
Scheduled Post Time: 2:37 PM ET (first post for the day: approximately 11:30 AM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Hallandale Beach, FL):
Sunny and warm with highs in the low-to-mid 80s°F (around 82–84°F by post time) and lows near 72°F overnight. Southeast winds 5–10 mph with zero chance of precipitation. Classic South Florida spring day—perfect racing weather.

Expected Track Conditions: Fast dirt. The Gulfstream main track has been consistently quick all meet with no rain in the forecast; expect a speed-favoring bias typical for sprints under sunny skies.

This is one of six Florida-bred stakes on the card—the FHBPA Fillies and Mares Sprint highlights older sprinting mares over 6½ furlongs on the main track. The compact field of seven is headlined by a sharp morning-line favorite battle between Mystic Lake (7/5) and Nic’s Style (6/5). Both have shown high-class recent form, but several live longshots (including the Orseno pair) could capitalize on any pace duel. Expect an honest early tempo that sets up stalkers and closers if the leaders tire.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Girvin Star (FL)	5/M	J.G. Torrealba	Marcial Cornejo	20/1
2	Poiema (FL)	7/M	Edgar Perez	Jose M. Castro	15/1
3	Mystic Lake (FL)	5/M	Micah J. Husbands	Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.	7/5
4	Just a Philly (FL)	4/F	Diego A. Herrera	Herbert Miller	6/1
5	Nic’s Style (FL)	6/M	Junior Alvarado	William I. Mott	6/5
6	Happy Ride (FL)	7/M	Edgard J. Zayas	Joseph F. Orseno	8/1
7	Love Actually (FL)	4/F	Edwin Gonzalez	Joseph F. Orseno	20/1

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent finishes where available, key form, and race-specific notes):

PP 1 – Girvin Star (20/1, J.G. Torrealba, Marcial Cornejo)
By Girvin out of Albea Star. Recent form: Competitive in lower-level allowance company but stepping up sharply here. Cornejo knows the local circuit; Torrealba is a capable rider. Likely to be forwardly placed from the rail but may lack the class to sustain against these stakes-level rivals. Deepest longshot who could improve with a perfect trip but best used underneath in exotics at big odds.

PP 2 – Poiema (15/1, Edgar Perez, Jose M. Castro)
By Neolithic out of Coco’s Legacy. Veteran 7-year-old with a solid career record (multiple wins in restricted company). Castro trains her for his own stable; Perez retains the mount and should have her in a stalking position. Tactical speed makes her a live longshot who could pop if the favorites overdo it early. Solid exotic filler at 15/1.

PP 3 – Mystic Lake (7/5, Micah J. Husbands, Saffie A. Joseph, Jr.)
By Mo Town out of Salty Soul. Recent form includes strong stakes placings and a high weight of 126 lbs. Joseph barn is always dangerous in Florida-bred stakes; Husbands is riding well locally. Expect her to sit a perfect mid-pack trip and pounce late. Co-favorite on class and current form—major win threat.

PP 4 – Just a Philly (6/1, Diego A. Herrera, Herbert Miller)
By Girvin out of One Hot Drama. Lightly raced 4-year-old filly showing steady improvement. Miller knows how to have them ready for these spots; Herrera can get her into the race early. Tactical speed from post 4 makes her a dangerous underneath play and a prime candidate to press the pace. Live at a square price.

PP 5 – Nic’s Style (6/5, Junior Alvarado, William I. Mott)
By Uncaptured out of Sense When. Consistent performer with excellent recent sprint figures; Mott ships her in sharp. Alvarado retains the mount and should have her forward or stalking. The slight morning-line favorite on consistency and trainer prowess—expect her to be right there at the finish. Top selection on class and recent form.

PP 6 – Happy Ride (8/1, Edgard J. Zayas, Joseph F. Orseno)
By Ride On Curlin out of Mafietta. Orseno trainee (same barn as Love Actually) with proven stakes sprint experience. Zayas is a Gulfstream veteran who knows the biases. Mid-pack style should suit a contested pace; dangerous closer who could pull the upset at 8/1. Excellent value exotic play.

PP 7 – Love Actually (20/1, Edwin Gonzalez, Joseph F. Orseno)
By Caravaggio out of Deer Island Diva. Second string for the hot Orseno barn; has shown flashes but needs a career-best effort here. Gonzalez can ride her into a mid-pack trip. Outside post is manageable in a small field; longshot who could improve with a pace meltdown but best as a deep exotic filler.

Venue: Worthington Farms, Glyndon, Maryland (timber course)
Distance: 4 miles over timber (22 fences, 4′ to 4’10” high)
Purse: $100,000 Guaranteed
Conditions: The 129th Running of the Maryland Hunt Cup – Amateur Timber Stakes for 5-year-olds and upward (5YOs 160 lbs., older 165 lbs.); owners, horses, and amateur riders acceptable to the Race Committee; riders must hold current NSA amateur declaration.
Scheduled Post Time: 4:00 PM ET (gates open ~11:00 AM ET; Tufton Avenue closes to traffic at 3:00 PM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Glyndon/Reisterstown, MD area):
Mild spring day with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s°F (around 58–65°F by post time) and lows near 44–52°F overnight. Partly to mostly cloudy with a 40–60% chance of scattered showers or light rain possible, mainly in the afternoon/early evening; winds light WSW 5–10 mph. No heavy precipitation or thunderstorms expected, but the course could see some additional moisture on top of the light rain received earlier in the week.

Expected Track Conditions: Good to average-wet timber/turf. The course was inspected April 20 and described as smooth (aerated, Cambridge-rolled, mowed), with compaction averaging “Good” (111.25) and moisture in the “Average Wet” range (avg. 8.25). Recent light rain (0.4 inches on April 19) and possible race-day showers will test jumping accuracy and stamina over the demanding 4-mile layout.

This is the iconic 129th Maryland Hunt Cup – America’s oldest and most prestigious timber steeplechase, a true test of endurance, jumping, and horsemanship over Worthington Farms’ historic course. The 10-horse field features a stellar rematch between defending champion Road to Oz (2025 winner) and two-time placer/past winner Withoutmoreado (2023 winner), plus proven performers like Shootist and Royal Ruse. All carry 165 lbs. with amateur riders. Expect a tactical, attritional race where clean jumping and fitness over the stiff fences will decide the outcome.

Full Field with Post Positions, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Shootist (L)	12/G	Elizabeth Scully	Todd McKenna	N/A
2	Road to Oz (L)	11/G	Dan Nevin	Mark Beecher	N/A
3	Royal Ruse (L)	12/G	James Wyatt	Sanna Neilson	N/A
4	Monbeg Stream (IRE) (L)	10/G	Paddy Barlow	Leslie F. Young	N/A
5	Mr. Fine Threads (L)	13/G	Charlie Marshall	Joseph Davies	N/A
6	Great Road (L)	11/G	Chelsea Secor	Joseph G. Davies	N/A
7	Storm Team (L)	12/G	Dara McGill	William Dowling	N/A
8	Animal Kingston (L)	11/G	Eric Poretz	Neil R. Morris	N/A
9	The Butler Yates (IRE) (L)	9/G	Virginia Korrell	Leslie F. Young	N/A
10	Withoutmoreado (IRE) (L)	12/G	Teddy Davies	Katherine Neilson	N/A

Equipment Notes: Blinkers on Great Road; cheek piece on Mr. Fine Threads. All horses listed with (L) for lasix where applicable per overnight.

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent Hunt Cup finishes and key form notes):

PP 1 – Shootist (12/G, Elizabeth Scully, Todd McKenna)
Consistent veteran with a strong Hunt Cup record: 2nd in 2024 and 4th in 2023. Owner Upland Partners and trainer McKenna have prepared him well for another crack at the big one. Scully is a capable amateur rider. Forwardly placed style from the rail could suit if he jumps cleanly—live contender and a logical exotic key.

PP 2 – Road to Oz (11/G, Dan Nevin, Mark Beecher)
Defending champion (2025 winner over Withoutmoreado). Beecher trainee with proven course affinity and a come-from-behind kick that shone last year. Nevin retains the ride. One of the top choices on recent form and the likely pace stalker to beat in a rematch scenario.

PP 3 – Royal Ruse (12/G, James Wyatt, Sanna Neilson)
Multiple Hunt Cup placer: 2nd in 2023, lost rider in 2024. The Neilson barn (long-time Hunt Cup powerhouse) and owner Fenwick family know this race inside out. Wyatt is experienced; tactical speed makes him dangerous if he stays upright over the 22 fences.

PP 4 – Monbeg Stream (IRE) (10/G, Paddy Barlow, Leslie F. Young)
Finished 4th in last year’s renewal. Irish-bred import trained by Leslie Young (hot barn with multiple entries). Barlow aboard; has the scope and stamina for the distance. Solid mid-pack type who could improve with a clear trip.

PP 5 – Mr. Fine Threads (13/G, Charlie Marshall, Joseph Davies)
13-year-old veteran who fell last year but has shown durability in prior timber races. Davies trainee with cheek piece on; Marshall knows the course. Longshot who could surprise if the top contenders tire or make mistakes late.

PP 6 – Great Road (11/G, Chelsea Secor, Joseph G. Davies)
Fell in last year’s Hunt Cup but has local form. Blinkers on for the first time; Davies second string with Secor riding. Tactical closer who will benefit from any early attrition—live longshot value in exotics.

PP 7 – Storm Team (12/G, Dara McGill, William Dowling)
First-time Hunt Cup starter but with solid timber experience. Dowling and McGill team; expect a mid-pack trip. Needs a career-best effort and clean jumping to factor against proven course specialists.

PP 8 – Animal Kingston (11/G, Eric Poretz, Neil R. Morris)
Another first-time entrant with respectable recent timber placings. Morris trainee (strong local connections); Poretz aboard. Outside post is no issue in this wide-open layout; could improve as a deep closer.

PP 9 – The Butler Yates (IRE) (9/G, Virginia Korrell, Leslie F. Young)
Youngest in the field and another first-timer for the Young barn (which also sends Monbeg Stream). Korrell riding; Irish pedigree suggests stamina. Promising but unproven over these exact fences—best as an underneath exotic play.

PP 10 – Withoutmoreado (IRE) (12/G, Teddy Davies, Katherine Neilson)
2023 winner; finished 2nd in 2025 (after losing rider in 2024). Neilson trainee with explosive closing ability and course love. Davies retains the mount. The other half of the marquee rematch and a major threat to regain the trophy.

Venue: Foxfield Races, Charlottesville, Virginia (hurdle course, turf)
Distance: 2 1/8 miles (hurdle)
Purse: $50,000 Guaranteed
Conditions: For 4-year-olds and upward rated 130 or lower (handicap)
Scheduled Post Time: 2:50 PM ET (first post for the day: 12:30 PM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Charlottesville, VA):
Mild spring afternoon with highs in the mid-70s°F (around 72–76°F by post time) and lows near 55–60°F overnight. Partly cloudy skies with light winds (5–10 mph) and only a low (10–15%) chance of any isolated light showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Good turf (hurdle course). The Foxfield course is green and lush with turf height maintained at 6–7 inches. Surfaces are smooth overall (minor rough spots down the back hill), well-aerated, and irrigated consistently. Penetrometer readings average “good” with ~24–25% moisture—ideal for a fair, testing handicap hurdle that rewards jumping accuracy and stamina over the stiff Foxfield fences.

This is the Good Night Shirt Stakes, a Sport of Kings Handicap Hurdle named in honor of the consecutive Eclipse Award-winning steeplechaser owned by Charlottesville native Harold “Sonny” Via, Jr. The 10-horse field is a competitive mix of seasoned imports and domestic campaigners in a true handicap at 2 1/8 miles. Jack Fisher (two runners) and Cyril Murphy (two runners) are the trainers to watch, with several horses carrying top weights (158 lbs). Ratings and recent HRN figures point to a tactical battle where early speed and clean jumping will be key over the rolling Foxfield course. Morning-line odds are not yet finalized in the overnight but are expected to favor higher-rated or lightly weighted contenders.

Full Field with Post Positions, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds (est.)
1	Batman Girac (FR)	8/G	Graham Watters	Neil R. Morris	5/2
2	Who’s Counting	8/G	Sean McDermott	Sean McDermott	6/1
3	Boldog (FR)	8/G	Evan Dwan	Thomas Garner	8/1
4	Givemefive (IRE)	6/G	Harrison Beswick	Cyril Murphy	7/2
5	Lydford (GB)	9/G	Cian Quirke	Thomas Garner	10/1
6	Coutach (GB)	5/G	Jake Coen	Richard J. Hendriks	4/1
7	Two Past Eight (GB)	6/G	Luke Carberry	Leslie F. Young	12/1
8	King of the Kids	7/G	Bernard Dalton	Cyril Murphy	15/1
9	Smart Uncle	6/G	Stephen Mulqueen	Jack Fisher	5/1
10	Welshman	8/G	Jamie Bargary	Jack Fisher	9/2

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent form via HRN ratings where available, key notes, and race-specific angles):

PP 1 – Batman Girac (FR) (5/2, Graham Watters, Neil R. Morris)
By Bathyrhon (GER) out of Mangenie (FR). Owner: One O Two Racing. Consistent French import with strong recent hurdle placings and a high rating (127). Morris knows the Foxfield course; Watters is a reliable local rider. Rail post is ideal for a forward or stalking trip—prime candidate to set or press the pace and be in the mix throughout. Clear top selection on class and connections.

PP 2 – Who’s Counting (6/1, Sean McDermott, Sean McDermott)
By Vancouver (AUS) out of Counter Measure. Owner/breeder: South Branch Equine LLC. HRN rating: 100. Homebred with tactical speed and recent sharp efforts. McDermott retains the mount; expect him to be prominent early. Solid exotic contender at a square price if he handles the handicap weight.

PP 3 – Boldog (FR) (8/1, Evan Dwan, Thomas Garner)
By Authorized (IRE) out of Belga Wood. Owner: Butler Hall Racing Stables, LLC and The Luck Family. Garner trainee with veteran experience over hurdles. Dwan can ride him into a mid-pack trip. Dangerous underneath play with proven stamina for the Foxfield hills.

PP 4 – Givemefive (IRE) (7/2, Harrison Beswick, Cyril Murphy)
By Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) out of Girl of The Hour (GB). Owner: Irvin S. Naylor. Cheek piece on for the first time. Murphy barn runner carrying top weight (158 lbs) but with upside in handicap company. Beswick is a plus rider; tactical closer who will benefit from any early speed duel. Live contender.

PP 5 – Lydford (GB) (10/1, Cian Quirke, Thomas Garner)
By Fastnet Rock (AUS) out of Miss Brown To You (IRE). Owner: Maranto Manor, LLC. HRN rating: 93. Second string for Garner with experience at this trip. Quirke knows the course; mid-pack style suits a contested pace. Longshot with improvement potential in a wide-open handicap.

PP 6 – Coutach (GB) (4/1, Jake Coen, Richard J. Hendriks)
By Blue Bresil (FR) out of Aisance (FR). Owner: Del Rio Racing LLC. Lightly raced 5YO with sharp recent form and top weight (158 lbs). Hendriks ships winners to Foxfield; Coen retains the mount. Stalking trip expected—major threat to pounce late.

PP 7 – Two Past Eight (GB) (12/1, Luke Carberry, Leslie F. Young)
By Sir Percy (GB) out of Hazy Dancer (GB). Owner: Silverton Hill LLC. HRN rating: 92. Young trainee with flashes of ability but needs a career-best to factor at this level. Carberry can get him into the race; best as a deep exotic filler.

PP 8 – King of the Kids (15/1, Bernard Dalton, Cyril Murphy)
By Lemon Drop Kid out of Lion Cub. Owner: James B. Steele, Jr. Murphy second string with solid local placings. Dalton is capable; forwardly placed style could suit if the pace is honest. Longshot value in exotics.

PP 9 – Smart Uncle (5/1, Stephen Mulqueen, Jack Fisher)
By Uncle Mo out of Smart Together. Owner: Mrs. S. K. Johnston, Jr. HRN rating: 98. Blinkers off. Fisher trainee with high-class pedigree and improving hurdle form. Mulqueen knows the biases well. Tactical speed from mid-pack makes him a live exotic play.

PP 10 – Welshman (9/2, Jamie Bargary, Jack Fisher)
By Flintshire (GB) out of Unforgiving. Owner: Riverdee Stable. HRN rating: 43 (recent dip but prior stakes form strong). Fisher’s other runner with explosive closing kick. Bargary is a veteran rider; outside post may require a wide trip but he’ll benefit most from a hot pace. Solid value longshot.

Venue: Foxfield Races, Charlottesville, Virginia (hurdle course, turf)
Distance: 2 1/8 miles (hurdle)
Purse: $75,000 Guaranteed
Conditions: For 4-year-olds and upward which have not won over hurdles prior to March 1, 2025 or which have never won three races (restricted novice hurdle stakes)
Scheduled Post Time: 2:15 PM ET (first post for the day: 12:30 PM ET)

Expected Weather Conditions (Charlottesville, VA):
Mild spring afternoon with highs in the mid- to upper 60s°F (around 66–76°F by post time) and lows near 43–53°F overnight. Partly cloudy skies with light winds (5–10 mph) and only a low (15%) chance of any isolated light showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Good turf (hurdle course). The Foxfield course is green and lush with turf height maintained at 6–7 inches. Surfaces are smooth overall (minor rough spots down the back hill), well-aerated, and irrigated consistently. Penetrometer readings average “good” with 24.8% moisture—ideal for a fair, testing novice hurdle test.

This is the long-standing Daniel Van Clief Memorial Stakes, a featured novice hurdle event on Foxfield’s spring card that spotlights promising jumpers transitioning to or early in their hurdle careers. The compact field of eight is dominated by the powerful Jack Fisher barn (three entrants), setting up a tactical 2 1/8-mile test over Foxfield’s rolling course. Recent form ratings (HRN) highlight Neotropic (108) and Cyber Ninja (103) as the class standouts, but the novice nature of the race leaves room for upsetters with sharp recent flat-to-hurdle transitions. Expect a contested pace early with plenty of scope for closers over the stiff hurdles. Morning-line odds are not yet finalized in the overnight entries but are expected to favor the Fisher runners and high-rated horses.

Full Field with Post Positions, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds (est.)
1	Rocket One	7/G	Stephen Mulqueen	Jack Fisher	4/1
2	Mr Percy (IRE)	6/G	Graham Watters	Neil R. Morris	6/1
3	Take Your Seats (IRE)	5/G	Cian Quirke	Thomas Garner	12/1
4	Cyber Ninja	6/G	Jamie Bargary	Jack Fisher	5/2
5	Risk Taking	8/G	Kevin Sexton	Julie Gomena	8/1
6	McTigue (IRE)	7/G	Harrison Beswick	Cyril Murphy	10/1
7	Neotropic	8/G	Freddie Procter	Jack Fisher	3/1
8	Dynamite Dan (IRE)	6/G	Evan Dwan	Thomas Garner	15/1

Analysis of Each Horse (including recent form via HRN ratings where available, key notes, and race-specific angles):

PP 1 – Rocket One (4/1, Stephen Mulqueen, Jack Fisher)
By Into Mischief. HRN rating: 99. Consistent performer making his hurdle debut or with limited jumps experience; Fisher trainee with strong recent flat form. Mulqueen is a reliable rider for the barn. Forwardly placed from the rail—prime candidate to set or press the pace and be in the mix throughout. Live contender on class and connections.

PP 2 – Mr Percy (IRE) (6/1, Graham Watters, Neil R. Morris)
By Sir Percy (GB). Solid Irish-bred with cheek pieces on for the first time. Morris barn has a good record at Foxfield; expect a stalking trip. Tactical speed and scope over hurdles make him a dangerous exotic play at a square price.

PP 3 – Take Your Seats (IRE) (12/1, Cian Quirke, Thomas Garner)
By Too Darn Hot (GB). HRN rating: 20 (suggests a recent dip or different scale). Lightly raced 5YO with upside in novice company. Garner knows the Foxfield course well; mid-pack style should suit if the pace is honest. Longshot with improvement potential.

PP 4 – Cyber Ninja (5/2, Jamie Bargary, Jack Fisher)
By Arrogate. HRN rating: 103 (one of the highest). Sharp recent efforts and Fisher’s second string—always dangerous in these novice stakes. Bargary retains the mount and should have him in a perfect stalking position. Major threat to go wire-to-wire or pounce late.

PP 5 – Risk Taking (8/1, Kevin Sexton, Julie Gomena)
By Medaglia d’Oro. HRN rating: 86. Veteran with experience over hurdles; Gomena trainee dropping in for a stakes try. Sexton is capable locally. Tactical closer who will benefit from any early speed duel—solid underneath play.

PP 6 – McTigue (IRE) (10/1, Harrison Beswick, Cyril Murphy)
By Fracas (IRE). Irish import carrying top weight (158 lbs). Murphy barn longshot with (L) equipment. Needs a career-best to factor but has the pedigree to handle the distance and course; best as a deep exotic filler.

PP 7 – Neotropic (3/1, Freddie Procter, Jack Fisher)
By Tapit. HRN rating: 108 (field high). The other Fisher entrant with explosive recent form and proven stakes upside. Procter is a plus rider; expect a mid-pack trip and strong finish. Clear top selection on ratings and barn dominance.

PP 8 – Dynamite Dan (IRE) (15/1, Evan Dwan, Thomas Garner)
By Lauro (GER). HRN rating: 92. Garner second string with (L) equipment. Has shown flashes but faces tougher company here. Outside post may require a wide trip; longshot who could improve with a pace meltdown.

Venue: Fonner Park, Grand Island, Nebraska (main track, dirt – 5/8-mile oval)
Distance: 1 1/16 miles
Purse: $100,000 added
Conditions: For three-year-olds and upward; open
Scheduled Post Time: 5:40 PM CT (first post for the day: 1:30 PM CT)

Expected Weather Conditions (Grand Island, NE):
Mild spring afternoon with highs in the mid-60s°F (around 59–63°F by post time) and lows near 44–54°F overnight. Partly to mostly cloudy skies with light southeast winds (5–10 mph) and a low (20–30%) chance of any isolated light showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Fast dirt. The Fonner Park surface is typically speed-favoring in the spring, and with dry-to-mild conditions forecast, expect a quick main-track bias that rewards tactical speed and horses that can handle two turns.

This is the 67th running of the Bosselman Pump and Pantry / Gus Fonner Stakes – Fonner Park’s premier route stakes of the meet and a traditional highlight that often showcases top regional older horses stepping up in class or making their seasonal debut. The field of nine is headlined by a heavy morning-line favorite in the imported Komorebino Omoide (JPN) (4/5), but several locals with big last-race figures (including Thunders Rocknroll at 131) make this a wide-open betting race on paper. Expect a contested pace up front with plenty of tactical options from mid-pack.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Thunders Rocknroll	?/G	Ronnie Huckaby	Patrick E. Swan	10/1
2	Zatara	?/G	Alex Birzer	Jon G. Arnett	6/1
3	Cornishman	5/G	Elvin Gonzalez	Dan L. McFarlane	8/1
4	Spenard	4/C	Travis Cunningham	Dan L. McFarlane	15/1
5	Forced Ranking	?/G	Chris Fackler	Schuyler Condon	20/1
6	Inexorable	?/G	Jose Angel Medina	Schuyler Condon	5/1
7	Malibu S S	?/G	Nathan Haar	Jerry Gourneau	12/1
8	Komorebino Omoide (JPN)	?/G	David Cohen	Robertino Diodoro	4/5
9	Sprint Out Pass	?/G	Alberto Pusac	Kelli Martinez	15/1

Analysis of Each Horse (including last-race speed figures from HRN where available, key form, and race-specific notes):

PP 1 – Thunders Rocknroll (10/1, Ronnie Huckaby, Patrick E. Swan)
By Maclean’s Music. Last race speed figure: 131 (highest in the field by a wide margin). Explosive recent form suggests he’s coming into this in peak condition. Swan trainee with local knowledge; Huckaby knows the Fonner biases well. Expect him to be forwardly placed from the rail—prime candidate to set or press the pace and potentially wire the field at a square price. Live longshot with upside.

PP 2 – Zatara (6/1, Alex Birzer, Jon G. Arnett)
By Audible. Last race speed figure: 110. Consistent performer with solid route form; Arnett is always dangerous at Fonner. Birzer retains the mount and should have him in a perfect stalking trip. Tactical speed from post 2 makes him a major exotic threat and a logical underneath play.

PP 3 – Cornishman (8/1, Elvin Gonzalez, Dan L. McFarlane)
By Curlin out of Penwith. Last race speed figure: 122. McFarlane barn has two in here and knows how to win stakes at this oval. Gonzalez can ride him into a mid-pack trip. Strong recent figures put him right in the mix—dangerous repeat threat if he handles the two turns.

PP 4 – Spenard (15/1, Travis Cunningham, Dan L. McFarlane)
By Spun to Run out of Tweeterdini. Last race speed figure: 105. Second string for the McFarlane barn; has shown flashes but needs to step up in this spot. Cunningham is a Fonner veteran. Outside post may require a wide trip; best as a deep exotic filler at long odds.

PP 5 – Forced Ranking (20/1, Chris Fackler, Schuyler Condon)
By Mastery. Last race speed figure: 89. Condon trainee (same barn as Inexorable) with improving local form. Fackler can get him into the race. Needs a career-best effort to factor at this level; longshot who could improve with the cutback in class.

PP 6 – Inexorable (5/1, Jose Angel Medina, Schuyler Condon)
By Outwork. Last race speed figure: 122. Sharp Condon second-stringer with excellent recent sprint-to-route versatility. Medina is one of the leading riders locally and should have him stalking or pressing. Live contender at 5/1 who could pull the upset if the favorite falters.

PP 7 – Malibu S S (12/1, Nathan Haar, Jerry Gourneau)
By Malibu Moon. Last race speed figure: 108. Gourneau trainee with solid stakes placings at Fonner in the past. Haar knows the track inside out. Mid-pack style should benefit from a hot pace; solid value play in exotics.

PP 8 – Komorebino Omoide (JPN) (4/5, David Cohen, Robertino Diodoro)
By California Chrome. Last race speed figure: 102. The heavy morning-line favorite and a high-class import with proven stakes form. Diodoro is a top-tier trainer who ships winners to Fonner; Cohen is a plus rider. Should sit a perfect mid-pack trip and pounce late—clear top selection on class and current connections. The one to beat.

PP 9 – Sprint Out Pass (15/1, Alberto Pusac, Kelli Martinez)
By Constitution. Last race speed figure: 106. Martinez trainee with tactical speed but faces tougher company here. Pusac can ride him forwardly. Outside post is a slight negative in a two-turn race; needs a perfect trip to factor but could improve as a closer.

Venue: Fonner Park, Grand Island, Nebraska (main track, dirt – 5/8-mile oval)
Distance: 6½ furlongs
Purse: $50,000-added ($25,000-added plus $25,000 from Grand Island Casino Resort)
Conditions: For three-year-olds and upward; 3YOs 121 lbs., older 125 lbs. (non-winners of $9,000 twice in 2025-2026 allowed 3 lbs.; of $9,000 once allowed 5 lbs.; high weights preferred)
Scheduled Post Time: 5:00 PM CT (first post for the day: approximately 11:30 AM CT)

Expected Weather Conditions (Grand Island, NE):
Mild spring afternoon with highs in the mid-60s°F (around 63–68°F by post time) and lows near 45–50°F overnight. Partly cloudy skies with light southeast winds (5–15 mph) and only a low (10–20%) chance of any isolated light showers. No significant precipitation expected during the racing card.

Expected Track Conditions: Fast dirt. The Fonner Park surface is typically speed-favoring in the spring, and with dry conditions forecast, expect a quick main-track bias that rewards early or tactical speed in this sprint stakes. This is the third running of the Elite Sprint Cup Stakes – a key early-season sprint feature at Fonner Park that draws a mix of seasoned campaigners from across the region. The compact field of eight is loaded with proven speed and high last-race figures, setting up a highly competitive dash.

Morning-line favorite Beezer (5/2) brings strong recent form and local connections, but Axel Steel (3/1) and Rome’s Conquest (7/2) are right there on figures and trainer form. Expect a hot early pace that could set up closers or tactical types if the rail holds.

Full Field with Post Positions, Morning Line Odds, Jockeys, and Trainers

PP	Horse	Age/Sex	Jockey	Trainer	ML Odds
1	Nullarbor (KY)	6/H	Adrian B. Ramos	Larry D. Donlin, Jr.	20/1
2	Paynted Blue (FL)	6/G	David Cardoso	Mark N. Hibdon	6/1
3	Bergheim (TX)	4/G	Nathan Haar	Jerry Gourneau	5/1
4	Jack Sixpack (CA)	7/G	Travis Cunningham	Marvin A. Johnson	10/1
5	Axel Steel (TX)	7/G	Jose Angel Medina	Schuyler Condon	3/1
6	Rome’s Conquest (MD)	4/G	Alex Birzer	Jon G. Arnett	7/2
7	Spirit’s Mischief (KY)	5/G	Chris Fackler	Schuyler Condon	15/1
8	Beezer (KY)	5/G	Alberto Pusac	Perry Cavanaugh	5/2

Analysis of Each Horse (including last-race speed figures where available, key form, and race-specific notes):

PP 1 – Nullarbor (20/1, Adrian B. Ramos, Larry D. Donlin, Jr.)
By Candy Ride (ARG). Last race speed figure: 88. Veteran router/sprinter dropping in trip; has shown flashes at this level but recent efforts lack the necessary zip for a stakes sprint. Ramos is a capable local rider, but the rail and 20/1 price suggest he’ll need a perfect trip to factor. Longshot who could improve with the cutback but figures to be outpaced early.

PP 2 – Paynted Blue (6/1, David Cardoso, Mark N. Hibdon)
By Paynter. Last race speed figure: 98. Consistent performer with solid sprint placings; Hibdon knows how to have them ready for Fonner stakes. Cardoso retains the mount and should have him forwardly placed from post 2. Live contender at a square price if he can replicate his recent figures in a hot pace scenario.

PP 3 – Bergheim (5/1, Nathan Haar, Jerry Gourneau)
By Union Jackson. Last race speed figure: 112. Sharp 4-year-old with excellent recent sprint form and a high figure that puts him right in the mix. Haar is riding well locally; expect a stalking trip. Dangerous throughout and a prime exotic play at 5/1.

PP 4 – Jack Sixpack (10/1, Travis Cunningham, Marvin A. Johnson)
By Bluegrass Cat. Last race speed figure: 106. Veteran with stakes experience and a strong local record; Johnson barn is always dangerous at Fonner. Cunningham knows the biases well. Tactical speed from mid-pack makes him a live longshot who could improve with the drop in class/weight.

PP 5 – Axel Steel (3/1, Jose Angel Medina, Schuyler Condon)
By Mohaymen. Last race speed figure: 105. Consistent older gelding with multiple wins at this distance; Condon is having a strong meet and Medina is a Fonner leading rider. Should sit a perfect mid-pack trip and pounce late. One of the top choices on class and consistency.

PP 6 – Rome’s Conquest (7/2, Alex Birzer, Jon G. Arnett)
By Coal Front. Last race speed figure: 79 (recent dip but prior form strong). Lightly raced 4YO with upside and tactical speed; Birzer is a veteran who knows exactly how to ride the Fonner biases. Second choice on the morning line and a major threat if he regains his best form in this spot.

PP 7 – Spirit’s Mischief (15/1, Chris Fackler, Schuyler Condon)
By Into Mischief. Last race speed figure: 115 (highest in the field). The other Condon trainee with explosive recent sprint figures; Fackler can get him into the race. Late runner who will benefit most from a contested early pace—solid value longshot in exotics.

PP 8 – Beezer (5/2, Alberto Pusac, Perry Cavanaugh)
By Bold Warrior. Last race speed figure: 109. Morning-line favorite with sharp recent form and a win streak that includes strong local sprints. Pusac is a plus rider; outside post is no issue for his stalking style. The one to beat on current form and trainer/jockey synergy.