Post by Peter Gross on Nov 5, 2009 7:27:36 GMT -5
Ok...here's the first installment of my Breeders' Cup selections. You will notice a trend. In many cases, I have shown preference for European horses. The trainers overseas have figured out how to win these races. It's a huge feather in their caps to come over and steal the money from the North American horses. They know what they're doing and they know how to get a horse ready to win on the Pro Ride. These picks are for the six races on Friday. I will post the Saturday picks tomorrow. My advise is to empty your bank account, drain your credit cards, re- mortgage your house, cash the RSPs and bet everything you have on the following:
Breeders’ Cup Picks:
Friday
The Marathon:
I love the two European imports:
1) Mastery – He’s had just eight races and has improved with each one…won his last race at a 1 3/8ths
2) Father Time – Also lightly raced ( only 7 starts), beat a field of 15 in his only race on synthetic dirt
3) Cloudy’s Knight – the 2007 Canadian International shocker will be running for the 39th time
Juvenile Fillies Turf:
1) Junia Tepzia – only two races in her life, but she won each and her Racing Post Rating puts the Beyers of everyone in this race to shame
2) Lillie Langtry – a two year-old with almost a $million earned.
3) Tapitsfly – Only race on the turf was impressive
Juvenile Fillies Dirt:
1) Sara Louise – ready to break through here
2) Seventh Street – two grade 1 wins already
3) Ventura – apparently, she can win on any surface
Filly and Mare Turf:
1) Forever Together – the defending champion
2) Midday - shortly after noon, she should run well
3) Magical Fantasy – four race win streak will be snapped
Filly and Mare Sprint:
1) Informed Decision – has won 7 of her last 8 races
2) Seventh Street – she’s getting better each time out
3) Ventura – great horse, this is probably the toughest field she’s ever faced
Ladies Classic:
1) Careless Jewel – did you see her in the Alabama? ‘Nuff said!
2) Life is Sweet - at least she doesn’t have to run against stablemate Zenyatta
3) Music Note – May not love the Pro Ride
Breeders’ Cup Picks:
Friday
The Marathon:
I love the two European imports:
1) Mastery – He’s had just eight races and has improved with each one…won his last race at a 1 3/8ths
2) Father Time – Also lightly raced ( only 7 starts), beat a field of 15 in his only race on synthetic dirt
3) Cloudy’s Knight – the 2007 Canadian International shocker will be running for the 39th time
Juvenile Fillies Turf:
1) Junia Tepzia – only two races in her life, but she won each and her Racing Post Rating puts the Beyers of everyone in this race to shame
2) Lillie Langtry – a two year-old with almost a $million earned.
3) Tapitsfly – Only race on the turf was impressive
Juvenile Fillies Dirt:
1) Sara Louise – ready to break through here
2) Seventh Street – two grade 1 wins already
3) Ventura – apparently, she can win on any surface
Filly and Mare Turf:
1) Forever Together – the defending champion
2) Midday - shortly after noon, she should run well
3) Magical Fantasy – four race win streak will be snapped
Filly and Mare Sprint:
1) Informed Decision – has won 7 of her last 8 races
2) Seventh Street – she’s getting better each time out
3) Ventura – great horse, this is probably the toughest field she’s ever faced
Ladies Classic:
1) Careless Jewel – did you see her in the Alabama? ‘Nuff said!
2) Life is Sweet - at least she doesn’t have to run against stablemate Zenyatta
3) Music Note – May not love the Pro Ride
