Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (VIRADIA) (4-1) - She's stretching out in distance, and was an even 3rd place finisher at this level going six furlongs March 4. It was her first facing winners and first off a Steve Asmussen claim. 3yo has a flexible style, is bred for the longer trip, and gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #6 (Jump Ruler) (8-5) - The main speed, she's lightly raced, and enters of a pace-setting 3rd place finish here at this level and distance Feb. 19. Her outside post from the mile chute is a plus, and daughter of 'Roman Ruler' is an obvious win candidate.
3rd pick: #2 (Karen's Gem ) (7-2) - She was an impressive maiden winner here at this distance on a sloppy surface Feb. 16. A career best, it came in her second off a Jeremiah Englehart claim and a subsequent seven-week freshening. Must be left in the mix.