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BELMONT PARK Race #8 (THE ASTRONOMIA STAKES)

June 13, 2013
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Premium Pick

Top pick: #5 (FEARLESS JACQ) (5-2) - Irish bred import looked sharp when winnin the $85K "Miss Otis" stakes on this course going 6 furlongs May 19th. She handily defeated a trio of today's rivals and should have little difficulty with the extra furlong she travels in this spot.

2nd pick: #8 (Coarsegold) (8-1) - Filly had a perfect trip in the "Miss Otis" but didn't fire when asked. Daughter of "Giant's Causeway" was 4 back of "Jacq" that day, but the added distance and a fine outside post make her a win candidate at a square price.

3rd pick: #1 (Exchange Cat) (5-1) - One of two entered by trainer Linda Rice and the pair race uncoupled. Last out she raced evenly while 3 1/2 back of "Jacq" and a 1/2 better than "Gold." Speed/stalker has the inside post and is a stretch threat.

4th pick: #3 (Bella Castani) (5-1) - A very head-strong type she has plenty of talent and can factor if she doesn't fight her rider like she has in her last pair.

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