The official first weekend of summer is upon us, and while everyone is still buzzing about the recent Triple Crown triumph of Justify while also looking forward to the Saratoga and Del Mar meetings that are just around the corner, there are still important races to be run in all divisions across the continent.
There are some intriguing second-time starters in this spot. I’ll use these horses, but I prefer SOAR FROM SHADOWS (#6). She’s had more chances, but I think she’s just now hitting her stride.
TimeformUS handicapper David Aragona highlights some contenders on Thursday's card at Belmont.
If Hoponthebusgus (#7) repeats her last effort, she obviously can win this race. I’m using her defensively, but I prefer HOPE’S ROAR (#8) at what figures to be a much more enticing price.
TimeformUS Speed Figure Report for week ending June 17, 2018
Free: Santa Anita horses to watch for week of June 18, 2018
TimeformUS Belmont Horses in Focus for Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Gierkink: Woodbine horses to watch for week of June 18, 2018
Trip notes by Michael Hammersly for stakes races run on June 16-17, including the Stephen Foster Handicap.
FIRE AWAY (#8) really doesn’t need to improve much on his Danger’s Hour victory to beat this field.
