TimeformUS Aqueduct Horses in Focus for Saturday, March 9, 2019

Race 4: Turco Bravo (#2)
Ran deceptively well last time, chasing two to three wide against a strong rail bias.
His two main rivals may knock themselves out on the front end, which could allow him to make use of his exceptional stamina.
The Mertkan Kantarmaci barn has done strong work at this meet and can keep horses in top form.
3-1 on ML

Race 8: Bavaro (#5)
The 126 TimeformUS Speed Figure he earned in the Hollie Hughes last time out is the highest in the field.
Ran even better than it seems that day after he blew the start and had to rush up to make the lead.
It’s a good sign when Linda Rice spots her horses ambitiously.
4-1 on ML

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Race 10: Mind Control (#3)
Should sit a good trip just in behind the speeds, as he seems more tractable than his main pace rivals.
Still has room for improvement after finishing strongly to win the Jerome with ease.
Will go off at an inflated price due to the presence of likely heavy favorite Instagrand.
9-2 on ML

Race 11: Espresso Shot (#2)
The Pace Projector is predicting that she will get a fast pace to close into.
Has shown the ability to maneuver through traffic under Eric Cancel, who rides her very well.
Seems like a perfect fit for this one-turn-mile distance, whereas others have excelled going either shorter or longer in recent starts.
8-1 on ML