With so much attention on the Kentucky Derby, it is easy to lose sight of the compelling supporting stakes at Churchill Downs next week that can leave bettors' pocketbooks flush – or empty – long before the big race.
DRF National Handicapper Mike Watchmaker analyzes the Elusive Quality Stakes, William Walker Stakes, Californian Stakes.
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Trip notes by Michael Hammersly for stakes races run on April 22-23.
The late pick five at Keeneland, already attractive due to its 15 percent takeout, is even more appealing Sunday with a couple of horses appearing to hold clear advantages in two of the wager’s races. So, I’ll take a crack, singling Abounding Joy in the fifth race and Autostrade in the seventh while going deep in other legs. Here’s a look at the sequence.
I’m using the favorite, but the filly who may offer the best value is CARTWHEEL (#1). She was made the favorite in a deeper maiden race last time but lost all chance soon after the start.
Daily Racing Form writer Kenny Peck analyzes Saturday's card at Charles Town.
