Thistledown 17 June 2025
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A winner at 6f. Finished behind My Hombre when fourth of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jake Radosevich. Hard to make a case for on recent form.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind My Hombre when fourth of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jake Radosevich. Hard to make a case for on recent form.
A winner at 6f. Beaten behind My Hombre at 22-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Struggling recently and others are preferred.
A winner at 6f. Beaten behind My Hombre at 22-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Struggling recently and others are preferred.
A winner at 6f. Finished 19l behind Carson N Spence when fifth of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in February. Lightly raced and a drop to this grade may be just what he needs.
A winner at 6f. Finished 19l behind Carson N Spence when fifth of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 1m in February. Lightly raced and a drop to this grade may be just what he needs.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Red Chips when fifth of 7 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Back down in trip and this company looks less testing.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Red Chips when fifth of 7 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Back down in trip and this company looks less testing.
Won on his latest outing when 1-10fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating Turkodancer. That was a confidence booster and he is not one to overlook.
Won on his latest outing when 1-10fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating Turkodancer. That was a confidence booster and he is not one to overlook.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Jodhpur when sixth of 9 at 75-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) in September last year. Eight months off makes him one to watch at present.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Jodhpur when sixth of 9 at 75-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) in September last year. Eight months off makes him one to watch at present.
A winner at 5f. Finished 19l behind Take Five Charlie when sixth of 7 at 60-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Drops in class and one to consider for the places.
A winner at 5f. Finished 19l behind Take Five Charlie when sixth of 7 at 60-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Drops in class and one to consider for the places.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 17l behind Oh Lover Boy at 35-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Others arrive with far better credentials.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 17l behind Oh Lover Boy at 35-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Others arrive with far better credentials.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Why Kenny Why when fifth of 6 at 17-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Possibly better over further than this these days.
A winner at 6f. Finished behind Why Kenny Why when fifth of 6 at 17-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Possibly better over further than this these days.
A winner at 6f. Third of 6 behind Why Kenny Why beaten at 13-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Pacey but likely to get run down late in this line-up.
A winner at 6f. Third of 6 behind Why Kenny Why beaten at 13-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Pacey but likely to get run down late in this line-up.
A winner at 6f. Beaten behind Dusty Billy at 25-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Held by Vernon's Best on that run.
A winner at 6f. Beaten behind Dusty Billy at 25-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Held by Vernon's Best on that run.
Vernon's Best and Mister Zazu will have their supporters, but if SO CO MANHATTAN makes the most of a return to this trip he could come out on top.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten by Mali Bali when second of 5 at 2-5fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Consistent sort who won't be too far away at the finish.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten by Mali Bali when second of 5 at 2-5fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Consistent sort who won't be too far away at the finish.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Won on her latest outing when 1-5fav at Belterra Park over 1m last month, beating Our Prayer by 7l. Dropped in class and hard to oppose.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Won on her latest outing when 1-5fav at Belterra Park over 1m last month, beating Our Prayer by 7l. Dropped in class and hard to oppose.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Third of 7 behind Verbier beaten at 30-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. More to find even in this weaker race.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Third of 7 behind Verbier beaten at 30-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. More to find even in this weaker race.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished behind Beautiful Mandate when fourth of 8 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Nothing recently suggests she will be up to winning this.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished behind Beautiful Mandate when fourth of 8 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Nothing recently suggests she will be up to winning this.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 18-5 at Thistledown over 1m on her latest outing last month, beating Sand Wedge. Upped in class but at her peak.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 18-5 at Thistledown over 1m on her latest outing last month, beating Sand Wedge. Upped in class but at her peak.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished behind Mali Bali when fourth of 5 at evens on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Behind Dropping Lemons on her last two starts leaving her with lengths to find.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished behind Mali Bali when fourth of 5 at evens on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Behind Dropping Lemons on her last two starts leaving her with lengths to find.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten behind Beautiful Mandate at 22-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Twice a distance winner but not at her best since a February success.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten behind Beautiful Mandate at 22-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Twice a distance winner but not at her best since a February success.
Successful at 5f and 1m. A winner at 8-1 at Mahoning Valley over 5f on her latest outing in March, beating Lil Temptation by 3/4l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Jabdiel Castillo, and back up in trip which may suit the daughter of Street Sense.
Successful at 5f and 1m. A winner at 8-1 at Mahoning Valley over 5f on her latest outing in March, beating Lil Temptation by 3/4l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Jabdiel Castillo, and back up in trip which may suit the daughter of Street Sense.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished behind Beautiful Mandate when fifth of 8 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Unplaced in five starts this year and others are preferred.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished behind Beautiful Mandate when fifth of 8 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Unplaced in five starts this year and others are preferred.
KRICKLE won a better race impressively in May and there is no obvious reason why she cannot do the same here. Ocho's Secret looks booked for second, with Urban Dancer next best.
National Flag half-brother to Fortissimo, won four times at 5f. Working well enough to suggest a big effort.
National Flag half-brother to Fortissimo, won four times at 5f. Working well enough to suggest a big effort.
$12,000 Maximus Mischief gelding, dam won nine times at 7f and 1m. He may be better over further sooner rather than later.
$12,000 Maximus Mischief gelding, dam won nine times at 7f and 1m. He may be better over further sooner rather than later.
$9,500 Jimmy Creed half-sister to Find Your Passion, won three times between 5f and 7f. Catching the eye with her work and one for the shortlist.
$9,500 Jimmy Creed half-sister to Find Your Passion, won three times between 5f and 7f. Catching the eye with her work and one for the shortlist.
Yoshida half-brother to Villian, won six times between 5f and 1m. Yet to sparkle in his work and best watched at present.
Yoshida half-brother to Villian, won six times between 5f and 1m. Yet to sparkle in his work and best watched at present.
Unraced Midnight Storm filly, dam a lightly raced maiden. Plenty to find if her work is as good as she gets.
Unraced Midnight Storm filly, dam a lightly raced maiden. Plenty to find if her work is as good as she gets.
Unraced Air Strike filly, dam won three times at 5f and 1m. Possible surprise package here.
Unraced Air Strike filly, dam won three times at 5f and 1m. Possible surprise package here.
Full sister to River Hustler, won at 6f. One to consider for the places at least.
Full sister to River Hustler, won at 6f. One to consider for the places at least.
MISS ELECKTRA's trackwork makes her the one to beat. Sound City is one to note, while Striking Lady could also go well.
Has won 15 races at 1m. Beaten 3 1/2l by Hurry On Out when second of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Another good account is forecast.
Has won 15 races at 1m. Beaten 3 1/2l by Hurry On Out when second of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Another good account is forecast.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Finished 11l behind Sweeping Giant when last of 6 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Improvement will be needed.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Finished 11l behind Sweeping Giant when last of 6 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Improvement will be needed.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Washington's Union beaten 7l at 2-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. A live threat judged on the pick of his form.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Washington's Union beaten 7l at 2-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. A live threat judged on the pick of his form.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m. Finished 18l behind Richiesgotgame when last of 6 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. That heavy defeat must be banished.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m. Finished 18l behind Richiesgotgame when last of 6 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. That heavy defeat must be banished.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Thistledown over 1m last month, beating Riesenberg. A double may beckon.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Thistledown over 1m last month, beating Riesenberg. A double may beckon.
Winner of five races at 1m. Finished 10l behind Hurry On Out when fourth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Best watched.
Winner of five races at 1m. Finished 10l behind Hurry On Out when fourth of 9 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Best watched.
PUFF'SMAGICDRAGON drew clear of his rivals in taking fashion over C&D last month and a brace may beckon. Smash and Mr. Thunderstruck complete the shortlist.
Winner of five races at 1m. Finished 10l behind K Kid when last of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. One to note easing in class.
Winner of five races at 1m. Finished 10l behind K Kid when last of 6 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. One to note easing in class.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m, but last win was over four years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Yippee Ki Yay when second of 6 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Another good account is forecast.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m, but last win was over four years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Yippee Ki Yay when second of 6 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Another good account is forecast.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 10l behind Ilikethat when fifth of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Hopes are pinned on a return to a mile.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 10l behind Ilikethat when fifth of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Hopes are pinned on a return to a mile.
He has won three times from 5f to 1m. A winner at 17-2 at Thistledown over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Rambler. A double cannot be dismissed.
He has won three times from 5f to 1m. A winner at 17-2 at Thistledown over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Rambler. A double cannot be dismissed.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 17-10fav at Thistledown over 6f in April, beating Spin Doctor. A live threat if performing to a similar level.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 17-10fav at Thistledown over 6f in April, beating Spin Doctor. A live threat if performing to a similar level.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Third of 9 behind Sammy's Smile beaten at 12-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Not easily dismissed in his current form.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Third of 9 behind Sammy's Smile beaten at 12-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Not easily dismissed in his current form.
GONE IN A FLASH has posted two solid efforts in defeat over C&D in recent months and is the most solid proposition. Gift Of Oak and Need To Know Basis spearhead the dangers.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. A winner at 11-2 at Thistledown over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Girl Bye by 1/2l. Another bold bid cannot be ruled out.
Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. A winner at 11-2 at Thistledown over 5f on her latest outing last month, beating Girl Bye by 1/2l. Another bold bid cannot be ruled out.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f. Well beaten at 4-1 behind Heart Light when last of 6 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Dropping back in distance will help.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f. Well beaten at 4-1 behind Heart Light when last of 6 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Dropping back in distance will help.
Winner of six races from 4f to 7f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Blushing Betty when second of 6 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Ivan Calderon. A likely threat if performing to a similar level.
Winner of six races from 4f to 7f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Blushing Betty when second of 6 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Ivan Calderon. A likely threat if performing to a similar level.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Third of 5 behind Chess Not Checkers beaten 7l at 19-2 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Improvement will be needed.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Third of 5 behind Chess Not Checkers beaten 7l at 19-2 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Improvement will be needed.
Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Third of 5 behind Prancipants beaten 6l at 19-10jt-fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in September last year. Others are more compelling.
Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Third of 5 behind Prancipants beaten 6l at 19-10jt-fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in September last year. Others are more compelling.
She has won three times from 4f to 5f. Finished 8l behind Divisibility when sixth of 10 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 5f (good) in December last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Ramsel Carrillo. Hopes rest on a change of scenery.
She has won three times from 4f to 5f. Finished 8l behind Divisibility when sixth of 10 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 5f (good) in December last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Ramsel Carrillo. Hopes rest on a change of scenery.
Has won 13 races from 5f to 6f. Third of 6 behind Datttsafancyfox beaten at 3-5fav on her latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Nestor Rivera. One of the likelier winners.
Has won 13 races from 5f to 6f. Third of 6 behind Datttsafancyfox beaten at 3-5fav on her latest outing at Mahoning Valley over 6f in April. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Nestor Rivera. One of the likelier winners.
MAY MAYS CASTLE's stamina was stretched by 1m here last time out and she makes grand appeal facing this speed test. Epicurean and H. T. Xena are other key players.
Has won 24 races from 6f to 1m 2f. Third of 5 behind Liberate beaten 8l at 33-10 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. 2lb better off for a length with runner-up Raise The Purses now which makes life interesting.
Has won 24 races from 6f to 1m 2f. Third of 5 behind Liberate beaten 8l at 33-10 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. 2lb better off for a length with runner-up Raise The Purses now which makes life interesting.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Won on his latest outing when 2-5fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating It'sgoodtobeseen by 7l. Two wins from four starts this year and one to take seriously.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Won on his latest outing when 2-5fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating It'sgoodtobeseen by 7l. Two wins from four starts this year and one to take seriously.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished behind Mutiny when fourth of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Nothing lately to suggest he can win this and not the force of old.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished behind Mutiny when fourth of 6 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Nothing lately to suggest he can win this and not the force of old.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 7l by Liberate when second of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Closely matched with Mo Dont No at these weights.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 7l by Liberate when second of 5 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Closely matched with Mo Dont No at these weights.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Thistledown over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Radio Silent. Dropped back into claiming class he has a great chance to follow up.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Thistledown over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Radio Silent. Dropped back into claiming class he has a great chance to follow up.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 18l behind Shadowy at 45-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Glenroy Brown and if he recaptures his better 2025 form he would have a say.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 18l behind Shadowy at 45-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Glenroy Brown and if he recaptures his better 2025 form he would have a say.
Midnight Warship looks a major player, but GOTTOMAKEITHAPPEN took a much better race over C&D last time and ought to have the edge. Mo Dont No could pip the others for third.
Successful at 6f and 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 3 1/2l behind Brighter Day when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Weaker opponents here may see him challenging.
Successful at 6f and 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 3 1/2l behind Brighter Day when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Weaker opponents here may see him challenging.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten 6l behind Brighter Day at 4-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. If he gets a soft lead he could surprise.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten 6l behind Brighter Day at 4-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. If he gets a soft lead he could surprise.
Successful twice at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Brighter Day when sixth of 7 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Interesting if he is ridden from off the pace.
Successful twice at 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Brighter Day when sixth of 7 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Interesting if he is ridden from off the pace.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 19l behind Right On The Munny at 100-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Likely to be finishing well over this trip.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 19l behind Right On The Munny at 100-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Likely to be finishing well over this trip.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Finished behind Goldstriker when sixth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jake Radosevich. Entitled to improve for his first start of the year.
Successful at 5f and 6f. Finished behind Goldstriker when sixth of 7 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jake Radosevich. Entitled to improve for his first start of the year.
Successful at 6f and 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Thistledown over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Weekend Retreat. In-form option in this line-up.
Successful at 6f and 1m. A winner at 9-2 at Thistledown over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Weekend Retreat. In-form option in this line-up.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 11l behind Dusty Billy at 28-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Every chance if he is over whatever ailed him that day.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 11l behind Dusty Billy at 28-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Every chance if he is over whatever ailed him that day.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 9l behind Gottomakeithappen when fourth of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in September last year. More to do to get into the mix where it matters.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 9l behind Gottomakeithappen when fourth of 6 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in September last year. More to do to get into the mix where it matters.
Successful twice at 6f. Finished 11l behind Right On The Munny when sixth of 8 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Place chances at best on his 2025 form.
Successful twice at 6f. Finished 11l behind Right On The Munny when sixth of 8 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f (good) last month. Place chances at best on his 2025 form.
JOHN FITZGERALD could be hard to beat in a race of this nature, while My Hombre and Redden are best of the rest.
