Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (DURGA) (4-1) - The filly is one of two entered by Lenny Powell. She's dropping back down, switching back to the dirt, and cutting back in distance. 4yo missed by a length at this tag sprinting on the Los Al dirt Dec. 13 and I give her a slight edge.
2nd pick: #8 (Flying Business) (6-1) - Lightly raced homebred has early speed, is dropping into a claimer, and is making back-to-back starts for the first time. Think this 3yo can be competitive at a square price.
3rd pick: #6 (Our Romance) (5-2) - The morning line favorite has been competitive in four straight going a mile or longer on the grass facing tougher. Down in class while sprinting on the dirt, she must be left in the win mix.
4th pick: #9 (On the Verge) (5-2) - She missed by a 'neck' debuting at this level and distance Jan. 20. The homebred filly is a threat, but I believe she needs to do better against this group that features several dropdowns.