Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #6 (FIRST EMPRESS) (4-1) - She had trouble at the break when debuting here going a mile on the grass for a $75K tag Jan. 12. Trainer Peter Eurton drops her down in class, switches her to the dirt, and has the riding sensation of the met Umberto Rispoli aboard. This filly meets a weak field and gets top billing.
2nd pick: #5 (Subtle Ride) (7-2) - I liked her last out but she was bothered into the first turn and could only rally to finish third, beaten just under 6 lengths. Lightly raced, she's a win candidate in this spot.
3rd pick: #4 (Vannavanna Bo Bana) (3-1) - 'Vanna' has finished second in three of her last four starts and all have come at this tag and trip. The one-run type was a bit over a length in front of 'Subtle Ride' last out and is an obvious contender.