Thistledown 20 August 2025

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Form Snapshot

No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

7-55312

1 Hello Sweets 50

b m Unified - Helluva Notion (Notional)

5 8-7

Angel Diaz

Ivan Calderon

Winner of five races from 5f to 1m. Beaten by City Signs when second of 7 at 13-10fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f last month. A key player.

2 (2)

265226

2 Danza Magic 13

ch m Danza - Griffins Magic (Majestic Warrior)

6 8-7

Ivan Calderon

Winner of five races at 6f. Finished 8l behind Miss Springsteen when sixth of 9 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. That defeat leaves her with questions to answer.

3 (3)

54641-2

3 Box Step 13

ch m Tapiture - Vienna's Waltz (Freud)

7 8-7

Luis Batista

Susan Yoder

Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 1 3/4l by Miss Springsteen when second of 9 at 9-2 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Warrants plenty of respect.

4 (4)

243238

4 Shakeurskinnylegs 13

dk m Daddy Long Legs - Honor Ride (To Honor And Serve)

5 8-7

German Terraza

She has won four times from 6f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Miss Springsteen at 9-2 when eighth of 9 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Bounce back required.

5 (5)

5-75454

5 Catabout 13

dk m Cowtown Cat - The Lady Waffles (Wavering Monarch)

8 8-7

Richard Rettele

Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Finished 5l behind Miss Springsteen when fourth of 9 at 66-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Others look stronger.

6 (6)

1152-57

6 Pointof Attraction 71

b f Point Of Entry - Princess Adelyn (Tale Of The Cat)

4 8-7

Miguel Martinez

Javier Suarez

She has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten behind Saltmakeshersweet at 11-1 when last of 7 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f in June. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Yoder Susan. It's best to look elsewhere.

7 (7)

4-53233

7 Panamaniac 13

b m Wilko - La Gaucha (Seattle Fitz)

11 8-7

Valerie Shanyfelt

Has won 22 races from 5f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 9 behind Miss Springsteen beaten 2 1/4l at 16-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Could land a blow.

8 (8)

434-459

8 Out My Dear 13

ch m Flat Out - Quietmydear (Real Quiet)

7 8-7

Justin Radosevich

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 13l behind Miss Springsteen at 13-5fav when last of 9 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. One to avoid.

9 (9)

455223

9 Goodness Sakes 8

gr/ m Cowtown Cat - Sweetnessngoodness (Cuvee)

6 8-7

She has won four times from 5f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Mission Girl beaten 2 3/4l at 14-5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 5f earlier this month. Dangerous to dismiss.

Forecast: 5/2 Hello Sweets , 7/2 Box Step , 9/2 Goodness Sakes , 5/1 Panamaniac , 6/1 Shakeurskinnylegs , 10/1 Danza Magic , 12/1 Catabout , 12/1 Out My Dear , 15/1 Pointof Attraction

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:09

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Verdict

HELLO SWEETS was beaten two lengths into second over an extended 5f here last month and could make it two wins from her last three appearances. Box Step and Panamaniac are others to note.

Top Tip: Hello Sweets (1)
Watch out for: Box Step (3)

18:20 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 2 - Claiming

Winner $7,686 - 9 run

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

588687

1 Boss Bear 42

b h Street Boss - Four Bears (Hennessy)

7 8-11

German Terraza

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Beaten behind Auld Lange Syne at 39-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Looks vulnerable once more.

2 (2)

645689

2 Oiler 13

b g Uncle Mo - Geeky Gorgeous (Devil His Due)

6 8-11

Rodney Faulkner

Winner of five races at 1m. Beaten 14l behind Sudden Shift at 45-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. He has it all to do.

3 (3)

16-2435

3 Lucky Andy 42

b g Lookin At Lucky - Sweet Britches (Strong Hope)

11 8-11

Valerie Shanyfelt

Has won 12 races from 5f to 1m. Finished behind Auld Lange Syne when fifth of 8 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Not out of it.

4 (4)

83-2199

4 Sight Unseen 16

ch g Distorted Humor - Good Omen (Smart Strike)

6 8-11

Kevin Ray

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m. Well beaten at 55-1 behind Dixie's Two Stents when last of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Hard to rule out.

5 (5)

657377

5 Sailor's Chance 13

b g Midshipman - Exceptional Chance (American Chance)

5 8-11

Ricardo Feliciano

Mary Hurley

He has won four times at 1m. Beaten 12l behind Sudden Shift at 14-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Unlikely to be good enough.

6 (6)

319-435

6 Swelter 16

b g Tiznow - Hot Cha (Bernardini)

5 8-11

Justin Radosevich

He has won four times from 6f to 1m. Finished 5l behind Turnsandconditions when fifth of 7 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 1m earlier this month. Should go well.

7 (7)

66-5567

7 Animo Roberto 36

ch g Animo de Valeroso - Four Flourishes (Doneraile Court)

5 8-11

Hector Berrios

Ricardo Gonzalez

He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Beaten behind Momma K's Boy at 80-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Work to do.

8 (8)

232536

8 Smash 13

b g Congrats - Lava Girl (Purge)

8 8-11

Angel Diaz

Has won 15 races at 1m. Finished 11l behind Sudden Shift when sixth of 9 at 19-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. He has to be respected.

9 (9)

643642

9 Azure Sky 19

ch g Ghostzapper - Arethusa (A.P. Indy)

6 8-11

Alejandro Mendieta

Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f. Beaten a head by Reapply when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 1m earlier this month. High on the shortlist.

Forecast: 5/2 Sight Unseen , 3/1 Azure Sky , 4/1 Smash , 5/1 Lucky Andy , 6/1 Swelter , 12/1 Sailor's Chance , 15/1 Boss Bear , 15/1 Oiler , 20/1 Animo Roberto

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:09

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Verdict

This represents a drop in grade for SIGHT UNSEEN, which can help him regain the winning thread. Smash and Azure Sky may also have a say.

Top Tip: Sight Unseen (4)
Watch out for: Smash (8)

18:50 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 3 - Starter Optional Claiming

Winner $13,671 - 7 run

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

435344

1 Maliced 70

gr/ m Palace Malice - Electric Temptress (First Samurai)

8 8-7

Hector Berrios

Johanna Urieta

Has won 13 races from 5f to 1m. Finished behind The Sweaty Fox when fourth of 6 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in June. Might find a few too strong.

2 (2)

319-261

2 Twilight Vision 23

dk m Even The Score - Star Sheba (Elusive Hour)

6 8-11

James Jackson

Winner of six races from 4f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 7-10fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating Liam's Lass by 2 1/4l. Expected to be bang there.

3 (3)

341112

3 Big Ginger 36

ch m Shackleford - Let's Forget It (Where's the Ring)

7 8-7

Angel Diaz

Ivan Calderon

Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Beaten by Austrian Navy when second of 7 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. In fine form and that could continue.

4 (4)

352-742

4 Liam's Lass 23

gr/ m Liam's Map - Salem Heart (Touch Gold)

7 8-7

Ricardo Feliciano

Jevon Crumley

She has won three times from 6f to 1m. Beaten 2 1/4l by Twilight Vision when second of 9 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Only playing for a minor role.

5 (5)

52-1221

5 Reno Touch 65

dk m Revolutionary - No Touch (Point Given)

7 8-7

Michael Rone

Has won 13 races from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 11-10fav at Thistledown over 6f in June, beating Princessofthenorth by 4 1/2l. Commands huge respect.

6 (6)

721411

6 Austrian Navy 36

b m Midshipman - Princess Lianna (American Chance)

7 8-9

Kim Puhl

Has won 15 races from 5f to 6f. Won on her latest outing when 1-5fav at Thistledown over 6f last month, beating Big Ginger. Will be hard to keep out of it.

7 (7)

521212

7 One Smokin' Rita 16

b m Smokem - Clara's Dream (Drosselmeyer)

5 8-9

She has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 2l by Key To Success when second of 4 at 9-10fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Hard to rule out.

Forecast: 2/1 Austrian Navy , 5/2 One Smokin' Rita , 9/2 Big Ginger , 5/1 Reno Touch , 6/1 Twilight Vision , 10/1 Liam's Lass , 12/1 Maliced

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:10

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Verdict

AUSTRIAN NAVY beat Big Ginger by a neck when victorious over C&D last time and can confirm that form to complete the hat-trick. One Smokin' Rita is another to consider.

Top Tip: Austrian Navy (6)
Watch out for: Big Ginger (3)

19:20 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 4 - Claiming

1m 39y

Winner $8,505 - 7 run

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No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

834367

1 A Bit Of Captain 15

b g Coal Front - Discreet Star (Discreet Cat)

4 8-7

A winner at 6f. Beaten 9l behind Cowboy Justice at 11-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Something to prove.

2 (2)

312720

2 Breeze The Bayou 15

b g Cajun Breeze - Arissa (Majestic Warrior)

4 8-7

A winner at 5f. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Cowboy Justice when last of 13 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Bounce back required.

3 (3)

4-62212

3 Finistere 15

dk g Verrazano - Fleuron (Distant View)

5 8-7

Caryn Vecchio

A winner at 6f. Beaten a head by Cowboy Justice when second of 13 at 13-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. A must for the shortlist.

4 (4)

856660

4 Royal Decadence 15

dk g Flintshire - Mad Princess (Artie Schiller)

5 8-7

Noel Vigil

Amy Sondej

A winner at 1m. Beaten 10l behind Cowboy Justice at 100-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Improvement will be needed.

5 (5)

14-7659

5 Ask Isaac 15

gr/ g Uncle Mo - Super Saks (Sky Mesa)

4 8-7

Edgar Paucar

James Jackson

A winner at 1m. Beaten 9l behind Cowboy Justice at 9-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Others are preferred.

6 (6)

654655

6 Action Man 15

dk g Mosler - Linen (Malibu Moon)

3 8-3

Fernando Becerra Salazar

Jason Dacosta

A winner at 6f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Cowboy Justice when fifth of 13 at 3-1jt-fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. One of the likelier winners.

7 (7)

533540

7 Lt's Jacknthebox 15

dk g Jack Milton - Tomorrow's Kitten (Kitten's Joy)

6 8-7

German Terraza

Donaciano Gonzalez

A winner at 1m. Beaten 19l behind Cowboy Justice at 40-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Must put that heavy defeat behind him.

Forecast: 2/1 Finistere , 5/2 Action Man , 7/2 Breeze The Bayou , 5/1 A Bit Of Captain , 6/1 Ask Isaac , 12/1 Lt's Jacknthebox , 20/1 Royal Decadence

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:11

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Verdict

Having finished a close-up second over C&D earlier this month, FINISTERE is a winner in waiting at this level. Action Man and Breeze The Bayou complete the shortlist.

Top Tip: Finistere (3)
Watch out for: Action Man (6)

19:50 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 5 - Claiming

Winner $10,080 - 7 run

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Jockey / Trainer

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1 (1)

183521

1 Canavero 50

dk c The Factor - Rubytheheartstealr (Henny Hughes)

4 8-9

Jose Bracho

Joseph Poole

Successful twice at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 3-10fav at Belterra Park over 6f last month, beating Zaddy by 3 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Marcelino Salas. A double may beckon.

2 (2)

7-56735

2 Cacique Abarrio 9

b g Vino Rosso - Invitation (Vindication)

4 8-7

Luis Batista

Successful at 6f and 7f. Finished 7l behind Coastertothemoon when fifth of 8 at 17-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Improvement will be needed.

3 (3)

216211

3 Divine Empire 35

b c Classic Empire - Super Divine (Divine Park)

4 8-9

Michael Rone

He has won three times at 1m. Won on his latest outing when evens co-fav at Thistledown over 1m last month, beating Rule It. Merits respect in his follow-up bid.

4 (4)

232436

4 Gamboling Ghost 93

gr/ g Weigelia - Dancingwithdebbie (Mizzen Mast)

4 8-7

Jason Dacosta

Successful twice at 5f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Carambaso when sixth of 8 at 33-10 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f in May. Must put that disappointment behind him.

5 (5)

623451

5 Classic Richie 49

dk g Classic Empire - My Saving Grace (Super Saver)

4 8-9

Andrew Tumblin

Successful twice at 5f. Won on his latest outing when 13-10fav at Thistledown over 5f last month, beating Golden Al by 1/2l. Another bold bid is forecast.

6 (6)

45-6217

6 Libertango 9

ch g Funtastic - My Libertine (Leroidesanimaux)

5 8-9

Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten 10l behind Coastertothemoon at 4-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Others are preferred.

7 (7)

212616

7 Harbour Bridge 45

b g Justify - Tiger Moth (Street Sense)

5 8-7

Krista Hetrick

Successful twice at 7f. Finished 12l behind Tarhe when sixth of 9 at 13-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 7f (good) last month. A live threat if a going day.

Forecast: 5/2 Gamboling Ghost , 3/1 Canavero , 4/1 Harbour Bridge , 9/2 Divine Empire , 6/1 Classic Richie , 8/1 Cacique Abarrio , 10/1 Libertango

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:11

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Verdict

CANAVERO arrives on the back of a career-best triumph at Belterra and a similar performance for new connections may see him following up. Classic Richie and Harbour Bridge rate as the main dangers.

Top Tip: Canavero (1)
Watch out for: Classic Richie (5)

20:20 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 6 - Starter Optional Claiming

Winner $14,868 - 6 run

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Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

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Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

525354

1 Sacred Connection 15

ch f Connect - Sacred Luna (Malibu Moon)

4 8-7

Roberto Perez

Ricardo Bailey

Winner of six races at 1m. Finished 8l behind Lubu when fourth of 8 at 30-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m earlier this month. Another lesser role awaits.

2 (2)

623374

2 Divine Fashion 23

b m Divining Rod - Easter Fashion (Kela)

6 8-7

T Houghton

Ricardo Bailey

Has won 18 races from 6f to 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Twilight Vision when fourth of 9 at 5-1 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Improvement will be needed.

3 (3)

331322

3 Cloud Storage 36

b m Cloud Computing - Sexy Suzy (After Market)

5 8-7

Ricardo Feliciano

Benny Feliciano

Has won eight races from 6f to 1m1f. Beaten 1l by Kozem when second of 6 at 2-5fav on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. A repeat should see her in the mix.

4 (4)

565414

4 Magic Palace 34

b m Palace Malice - Thatbossanovasound (Blame)

6 8-9

Fernando Becerra Salazar

Raquel Castro

Winner of five races at 1m. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Sadie The Goat when fourth of 5 on her latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Bounce back required.

5 (5)

324111

5 Sadie The Goat 34

ch f Dialed In - Main Asset (Giant's Causeway)

4 8-9

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m. Won on her latest outing when 3-10fav at Thistledown over 1m last month, beating Miranda's Rocky by 4l. A four-timer may beckon.

6 (6)

134552

6 Miss Fussy Pants 17

b m Done Talking - So Picky (Lion Hearted)

5 8-7

Has won 11 races from 5f to 1m. Beaten a head by Little Bit Of That when second of 7 at 18-5 on her latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 6f earlier this month. Reverting to 1m shouldn't hamper her bid.

Forecast: 8/5 Sadie The Goat , 2/1 Cloud Storage , 7/2 Miss Fussy Pants , 5/1 Divine Fashion , 10/1 Magic Palace , 15/1 Sacred Connection

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:08

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Verdict

It's difficult to look beyond SADIE THE GOAT, who arrives at the top of her game and is chasing a four-timer. Miss Fussy Pants and Cloud Storage may battle it out for the silver medal.

Top Tip: Sadie The Goat (5)
Watch out for: Miss Fussy Pants (6)

20:50 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 7 - Allowance

Winner $20,475 - 6 run

Racecard
Form Snapshot

No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

76-4213

1 Time To Shoot 41

ch g Elusive Hour - Charlies Fire (Fire Blitz)

8 8-7

Fernando Becerra Salazar

Richard Rettele

Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Third of 5 behind Moreau beaten 5l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Warrants respect.

2 (2)

832217

2 Tatanka 17

b g Goldencents - Appealing Cat (Successful Appeal)

6 8-9

Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 6f. Well beaten at 80-1 behind Hit Show when last of 7 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 1m earlier this month. Has a shout back at this level.

3 (3)

132112

3 Moreau 17

ch g Speightstown - Art Director (Tapit)

5 8-9

Jose Bracho

Jeffrey Radosevich

Winner of seven races at 1m. Beaten 2l by Tarhe when second of 6 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. A leading contender.

4 (4)

711184

4 Capo Luca 41

b c Laoban - Better Not Cry (Street Cry)

3 8-3

Kim Puhl

He has won four times at 1m. Finished 7l behind Moreau when fourth of 5 at 17-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Has a bit to find with a couple of these.

5 (5)

156655

5 Timesatappin 41

b g Tapiture - Time Given (Point Given)

5 8-7

Roberto Perez

Lori Smith

He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Moreau when last of 5 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m last month. Looks up against it.

6 (6)

352411

6 Powerful 16

b h Nyquist - Antiquity (Pulpit)

5 8-7

Michael Rone

Winner of five races from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 13-10fav at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month, beating Mighty Les by 1 1/2l. Returns to this longer distance with a chance.

Forecast: 8/5 Moreau , 2/1 Tatanka , 7/2 Powerful , 6/1 Time To Shoot , 8/1 Capo Luca , 15/1 Timesatappin

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:12

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2 Horse is due to go xlb down in future race
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p the horse is likely to improve
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§ the horse is unreliable (for temperament or other reasons)
§§ the horse is so temperamentally unsatisfactory as not to be worth a rating
x the horse is a poor jumper
xx the horse is so bad a jumper as not to be worth a rating
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Verdict

MOREAU has beaten all of today's rivals at some point this year and remains in fine fettle. Tatanka and Powerful could fight it out for the minor honours.

Top Tip: Moreau (3)
Watch out for: Tatanka (2)

21:20 Thistledown (USA) (3YO plus)

Race 8 - Allowance

Winner $24,192 - 8 run

Racecard
Form Snapshot

No.

(Draw)

Form

Silk / Saddlecloth / Horse Name

Age / Wt / OR

Jockey / Trainer

Form Snapshot

1 (1)

124-D15

1 Hidden Ransom 48

dk g Ransom The Moon - Hidden Nile (Pioneerof the Nile)

4 8-7

Mauro Cedillo

David Wolochuk

Successful at 5f and 6f. Stumbled and unseated at 9-2 behind Full Spectrum when last of 5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Has solid claims with normal luck in-running.

2 (2)

3316-1

2 Magic Motown 44

b c Collected - Ohio Gold (Wilburn)

3 8-5

Justin Radosevich

Successful twice at 6f. A winner at 6-1 at Thistledown over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating This Time by 1/2l. Could make his presence felt.

3 (3)

262233

3 Rollin My Way 14

dk g Brody's Cause - Rollin Like Shobiz (Nobiz Like Shobiz)

4 8-7

Ricardo Mejias

Ricardo Gonzalez

Successful twice at 6f. Third of 7 behind Ironclad Alibi beaten 3/4l at 18-5 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. Unlikely to be good enough.

4 (4)

12-5361

4 Envelope Please 48

b c Oscar Performance - Keep the Ring (Broken Vow)

4 8-9

Michael Maker

Successful at 5f and 6f. A winner at 9-5 at Belterra Park over 5f on his latest outing last month, beating Gone Wild. Facing a tougher assignment.

5 (5)

4211-3

5 Clean Machine 48

dk g Tom's D'etat - Garage Kept (Dehere)

3 8-3

Timothy Hamm

Successful twice at 5f. Third of 5 behind Full Spectrum beaten 8l at 9-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Needs to step up on that form.

6 (6)

1-412

6 Take Five Charlie 48

dk g Cinco Charlie - Paola (Misremembered)

3 8-3

Walter Rodriguez

Wesley Ward

Successful at 5f and 6f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Full Spectrum when second of 5 at 3-5fav on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f last month. Could be thereabouts at the finish.

7 (7)

0-73342

7 Ohio Strong 14

ch g Wicked Strong - Aray (Rahy)

6 8-7

Richard Rettele

Successful twice at 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 1/2l by Ironclad Alibi when second of 7 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 6f earlier this month. More needed.

8 (8)

2D1136

8 Judy's Comet 60

ch g Cinco Charlie - Masterful Miss (Mizzen Mast)

3 8-3

Noel Vigil

Richard Zielinski

Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 19l behind Superwolf when sixth of 8 at 60-1 on his latest outing at Thistledown over 1m 1f in June. Fails to inspire confidence.

Forecast: 5/2 Take Five Charlie , 3/1 Hidden Ransom , 4/1 Magic Motown , 9/2 Envelope Please , 8/1 Clean Machine , 8/1 Judy's Comet , 12/1 Rollin My Way , 15/1 Ohio Strong

Last Updated: 20 Aug 2025 06:29:13