TimeformUS Aqueduct Horses in Focus for Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018

Race 1: Connolly’s Beads (#5)

Took a big step forward when last seen in a race that may have been faster than it seems.

Gets his chance to race over a fast track for the first time.

DRF Formulator Fact: Over the past five years, Gary Gullo is 4 for 9 (44 percent, $3.36 ROI) with maidens coming off layoffs of 180 days or more in dirt sprints.

9-2 on ML

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Race 4: Roziere (#6)

Has faced tougher company in her first two starts.

Figures to show more speed with the addition of blinkers.

DRF Formulator Fact: Over the past five years, Danny Gargan is 6 for 17 (35 percent, $2.64 ROI) with horses trying a route for the first time on dirt.

8-1 on ML

Race 6: No Deal (#2)

Was much the best last time, winning by a huge margin under wraps.

That Nov. 24 maiden win was her first start over a fast dirt track since her 2-year-old season.

Won in wire-to-wire fashion, but is versatile enough to come from off the pace.

8-1 on ML