Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #5 (HYPERSONIC) (7-2) - A lightly raced and well bred 3yo, he ships from Kentucky where he finished a pace-setting second at Churchill Downs going 9 furlongs at this $20K tag June 27. It was his first off a Jeff Metz claim and this gelding will be tough in this spot.
2nd pick: #6 (Indy Jones) (5-1) - He's failed to hit the board in nine grass attempts, but he fits on figures and is taking a big drop for his first ever on the dirt. Sophomore has early speed, a sharp local half-mile work July 15, and is shedding 7 lbs with apprentice Diaz aboard.
3rd pick: #1 (Blue Skye Jade) (9-2) - He's finished second in two of his last three at this level and distance. The 3yo has the rail, a speed/stalking style, and must be left in the mix.
4th pick: #9 (Union Station) (3-1) - A well bred 3yo, he fits on several angles, but no-speed type draws a tough outside post that will hurt his chances at a short price. A $200K gelding by 'Union Rags', he's a late threat if the pace is fast and/or contested.