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DEL MAR Race #8

August 23, 2017
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Premium Pick

Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #7 (Conqueror) (7-2) - He's dropping to a new low in class after tiring here while wide facing much tougher July 23. Four-year-old by 'Malibu Moon' had finished second on three of his previous four starts all for a $75,000 claiming price. Barn drop him down to run for $40K and he enters off a sharp five-furlong work Aug. 14.

2nd pick: #1 (Acker) (5-2) - Very lightly-raced, he's dropping into a claimer and is racing on the grass, both for the first time. Freshened up for just under three months, home bred by 'Include' is a late threat if he likes the turf.

3rd pick: #8 (Fregosi) (12-1) - On the sidelines for the past three months, gelding finished third going nine furlongs for a $40K tag the last time he was in action. Training steadily for his return, 3-year-old may grab a share at a big price if ready.

4th pick: #9 (Divisor) (9-2) - Colt has raced evenly in his last pair both facing special weight foes. Son of 'Harlan's Holiday' is cost $120,000 and is dropping into a claimer ($40K) for the first time. A factor if he can work out a trip from his outside post.

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