Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #1 (DIVE DOWN) (7-2) - He has a fine record racing on conventional dirt 17-6-3-3 and is three for eight at this distance. Gelding runs first off a John Martin claim at 26 for his last 60 (43%). He moves to the rail after a wide trip last out and gets a slight edge.
2nd pick: #7 (Hadfunlastnight) (9-2) - Gelding rallied to finish second here when facing a bit weaker July 15. It was his first start in two months and he was claimed that afternoon by Jack Carava. Working bullets since, I almost made him the top choice. View him as the equal of 'Dive Down.'
3rd pick: #8 (Broadway Nika) (5-1) - Speed/stalker is racing off a bit more than two month break. Working frequently here for his return, veteran was a winner here at this distance a year ago for a $10K tag.
4th pick: #4 (A Colt Following) (4-1) - Four-year-old is racing for the first time since May 22. He's gone 2-1-1-0 at this tag in the past and is working above average at San Luis Rey Downs for his return. Must be left in the mix.