There were 435 Races on across 47 meetings. There was 9 races at Aqueduct first race 18:20, 10 races at Ascot (Aus) first race 4:19 Ascot (BG), 8 races at Ayr first race 13:15, 7 races at Bangor-on-Dee first race 13:05, 8 races at Brighton first race 16:06, 8 races at Charles Town first race 01:02, 3 races at Club Hipico first race 01:25, 7 races at Curragh first race 13:35, 9 races at Dalby first race 3:09 (BG), 9 races at Eagle Farm first race 2:38 (BG), 9 races at Enghien first race 12:23, 12 races at Fukushima first race 01:50, 8 races at Gold Coast Poly first race Kurrawa Surf Club Mdn Plate, 7 races at Golden Gate Fields first race 21:45, 11 races at Gulfstream first race 18:10, 8 races at Hawthorne first race 20:50, 17 races at Hipo Chile first race 17:30, 8 races at Horsham first race 3:36 (BG), 10 races at Keeneland first race 18:00, 8 races at Kembla Grange first race 3:25 (BG), 10 races at Kenilworth first race 11:20, 11 races at Kochi first race 07:30, 12 races at Kyoto first race 02:00, 12 races at Las Piedras first race 16:40, 11 races at Laurel Park first race 17:25, 8 races at Le Croise-Laroche first race 15:45, 17 races at Lone Star first race 01:02, 9 races at Lyon Parilly first race 10:25 Lyon-Parilly, 10 races at Mornington first race 2:50 (BG), 10 races at Morphettville first race Triple M (Rs1ly), 7 races at Newbury first race 13:30, 7 races at Nottingham first race 16:50, 12 races at Oaklawn Park first race 18:10, 6 races at Ooty first race 06:30, 6 races at Pioneer Park first race 6:22 (BG), 10 races at Randwick first race 2:25 (BG), 11 races at Saga first race 07:15, 15 races at San Isidro first race 17:15, 9 races at Santa Anita first race 01:15, 10 races at Sha Tin (HK) first race 06:00 Sha Tin, 9 races at Tampa Bay Downs first race 17:18, 6 races at Tarbes first race 09:10, 6 races at Taree first race 4:26 (BG), 8 races at Thirsk first race 15:45, 12 races at Tokyo first race 02:10, 9 races at Turffontein first race 11:00, 6 races at Warren first race 4:21 (BG), no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner. TomForm.com uses a custom rating system for each runner.

Race 1: 01:02 +1d Lone Star Race 2 - Maiden Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(9) Free Drop Gypsy
4Iram DiegoCesar GoveaYet to place in eight starts. Beaten 17l behind Megan's Miss at 8-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Difficult to make a case for her.
2nd (7) Sarah P
6Jose AlvarezDanny PishUnplaced in both starts. Beaten 17l behind Craftroom at 11-2 when seventh of 8 on her latest outing at Delta Downs over 6f in February. Needs to improve.
4th (5) Early Spring
3Gerardo MoraAllen DupuyUnplaced in all six starts. Well beaten at 6-1 behind She's Candified when fifth of 6 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Faces a tough assignment.
(6) Tapitsgotapistol
3Isaiah WisemanM DavidsonPlaced once in five starts. Finished 12l behind She's Candified when fourth of 6 at 13-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Likely to struggle.
(3) Thread Of Gold
3Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensFull sister to Golden Thread, won three times at 1m. Might need the experience.
(8) Ruby Soho
4Elvin GonzalezJ CaldwellPlaced once in six starts. Third of 6 behind Highlander's Edge beaten 8l at 16-5 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month. Not without a chance.
(2) Doc's Bud
5Stewart ElliottMindy WillisPlaced in three of five starts. Third of 10 behind Megan's Miss beaten 6l at 5-2fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Capable of being in the mix.
1st (1) Cream Puff Reaper
3David CabreraMiguel SilvaPlaced twice in ten starts. Beaten 4l by She's Candified when second of 6 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. The one to side with.
3rd (4) High Caliber Catch
3Rene DiazJ CaldwellPlaced twice in nine starts. Third of 6 behind She's Candified beaten 5l at 13-10fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Has to be respected.


CREAM PUFF REAPER has stepped forward on her latest outings and a first win may not be too far away. The main threats are likely to be High Caliber Catch and Doc's Bud.


Race 2: 01:29 +1d Lone Star Race 3 - Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(6) Mayapretty
7Alfredo ContrerasJuan AscencioShe has won four times from 7f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 13l behind Cato's Lady at 25-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f earlier this month. Best watched.
1st (5) Gangster Rap
5Jermaine BridgmohanTina HurleyWinner of five races from 5f to 1m. Finished 8l behind Soaring Lady when sixth of 7 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. One to avoid.
3rd (8) Betyar Azets
4Iram DiegoMiguel SilvaShe has won three times from 7f to 1m. Finished 8l behind Cato's Lady when fourth of 9 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f earlier this month. Likely to struggle.
(3) Danzig Up A Storm
6Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensShe has won four times from 6f to 1m. Well beaten at 13-5fav behind Roya when fifth of 6 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. Better is expected.
(2) Whats Up Sweets
6David CabreraKarl BrobergWinner of six races from 7f to 1m. Well beaten at 14-1 behind West Side Girl when last of 10 on her latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) last month. Merits consideration.
4th (7) Hashtag Winner
7Elvin GonzalezRobert YoungWinner of seven races at 1m. Finished 9l behind Cato's Lady when fifth of 9 at 33-10 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f earlier this month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Steven Asmussen. Others make more appeal.
2nd (4) Misty Cat
6Franklin CeballosDonna HjortWinner of five races at 1m. Finished 10l behind Desert Glow when sixth of 11 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) in February. Likely to be competitive.
(1) Simple Pleasure
8Harry HernandezKarl BrobergHas won nine races from 5f to 1m. Third of 8 behind Pi Yo Princess beaten 6l at 9-2 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 1m last month. The one to side with.


SIMPLE PLEASURE has been performing with credit in recent months and gets the vote in what looks to be a winnable contest on paper. Whats Up Sweets and Misty Cat head the remainder.


Race 3: 01:56 +1d Lone Star Race 4 - Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(2) Eye Of The Panthor
5Franklin CeballosPaul PearsonA winner at 5f. Well beaten at 13-1 behind Midnight Rules when last of four on his latest outing at Prairie Meadows over 1m in September last year. Has it all to do.
(1) Baffin's Best Shot
3Obed SanchezWayne GeorgeA winner at 12-1 at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f on his latest outing last month, beating Rusty Gadget by 3 1/2l. This is more demanding.
(7) American Warrior
3Elvin GonzalezH Ashford JrA winner at 5f. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Clay's Black Opal at 11-1 when ninth of 10 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month. Work to do.
3rd (5) Grazen Boy
3Rene DiazDick CappellucciA winner at 14-5 at Sunland Park over 6f on his latest outing in January, beating Northern Cocktail by 4l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Sal Gonzalez. Others are preferred.
2nd (4) Blocked
4Jose AlvarezShawn DavisA winner at 5f. Beaten 17l behind Spoiler at 28-1 when ninth of 10 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Can get involved.
1st (6) Take Action
5Harry HernandezRobertino DiodoroA winner at 5f. Finished 2 1/2l behind Fifty Cinco when fifth of eight at 9-2 on his latest outing at Santa Anita over 1m last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Richard Mandella. Holds strong claims.
4th (3) Kells Bells
4Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenA winner at 5f. Finished 4l behind Malibu S S when sixth of 11 at 13-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in February. The one to side with.


Dropping back in trip could work the oracle for KELL'S BELLS as he looks to notch up a first success since last April. Blocked and Take Action can follow the selection home.


Race 4: 02:23 +1d Lone Star Race 5 - Allowance Optional Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(3) Robo
7Ernesto Valdez JiminezCesar GoveaWinner of six races from 5f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 9l behind Singapore Flash at 16-1 when last of seven on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. Needs more to figure.
(6) Win Worthy
6Jose AlvarezW CalhounHe has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Phantom Ride at 11-1 when seventh of nine on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Has a bit to find.
(7) Go Speed Racer Go
6Gerber PivaralSarah DavidsonHe has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 1 1/4l behind Don'task Don'ttell when fourth of eight at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) in February. Tough ask.
(9) Illustrator
3Elvin GonzalezH Ashford JrSuccessful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month, beating Coastal Brink by 2l. A watching brief advised.
4th (1) Brucelea
5David CabreraKaren JacksSuccessful twice at 5f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Phantom Ride when second of nine at 14-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Needs considering.
2nd (8) Prince Lancelot
6Harry HernandezDick CappellucciWinner of five races from 5f to 6f on good to soft and heavy ground. Third of seven behind Kennebec beaten 2 1/2l at 19-5 on his latest outing at Turf Paradise over 1m (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Justin Evans. Unlikely to trouble the principals.
(10) Whiskey Not Wine
6Leandro GoncalvesMindy WillisHe has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of nine behind Phantom Ride beaten 3/4l at 17-4 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Another with claims.
(4) Agent Peter Graves
6Floyd Jr WetheyScott YoungHe has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground. Beaten by Available Star when second of nine at 9-10fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month. Warrants serious consideration.
1st (5) Don'Task Don'Ttell
10Iram DiegoCarlos PadillaHas won 20 races from 7f to 1m 6f on firm and good ground. A winner at 14-5 at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) on his latest outing in February, beating Seductive U S A by 1l. Entitled to be thereabouts.
3rd (2) Spoiler
4Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenHe has won three times from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 16-10fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month, beating Moon Cat by 3l. Can follow up.
(11) Truly Danzig
7Alfredo Jr TrianaMindy WillisHe has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Finished 8l behind Singapore Flash when sixth of seven at 11-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. Reserve.


Now that SPOILER has regained the winning thread, there should be far more to come from the son of First Samuai. He can get the better of Agent Peter Graves and Don'task Don'ttell, who is on a four-timer.


Race 5: 02:50 +1d Lone Star Race 6 - Maiden Special Weight

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(5) Doc Henry Ridge
3Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonald KotaraUnplaced in all three starts. Beaten 18l behind Holiday Presence at 50-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Work to do.
4th (9) All Might
4Rene DiazJaime CastellanosPlaced once in three starts. Finished 7l behind Summer Help when fifth of eight at 10-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Running out of chances now.
(1) Xander S
4Iram DiegoCarlos PadillaYet to place in eight starts. Finished 6l behind Witt's Jerry when fifth of 10 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. Makes limited appeal.
2nd (3) Baby Of The Family
4Freddy ManrriqueJames MartinPlaced once in two starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Tiz Fabulous when fourth of nine at 18-5 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month. Others arrive in better heart.
(2) Moven Van
3Jose AlvarezShawn DavisHalf-brother to Quicktrip Van, won three times between 5f and 1m. Finished 5l behind Witt's Jerry when fourth of 10 at 7-1 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. Could be in the mix.
(6) Too Intimidating
3Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenPlaced in four of eight starts. Finished 9l behind Bubba's Reckless when fifth of 12 at 9-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Cannot be ruled out.
3rd (8) Up Up And Away
3David CabreraAustin GustafsonHalf-brother to Cold Night Air, won four times at 7f and 1m. Beaten 1 3/4l by Bubba's Reckless when second of 12 at 13-2 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Can get off the mark.
1st (4) Team Gormley
4Floyd Jr WetheyKevin SchollPlaced in five of seven starts. Finished 5l behind Varsity when fourth of nine at 19-10jt-fav on his latest outing at Remington Park over 7f (firm) in October last year. Makes plenty of appeal.
(7) Fist Bump Ridge
3Samuel BurgosRonald KotaraFull brother to Excalibur Ridge, won twice at 7f and 1m. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Mister Monte Carlo when 9th of 10 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in February. Up against it.


A promising second on her debut at Sam Houston last month, UP UP AND AWAY sets the standard on the back of that and should improve for the slight rise in distance. Team Gormley and Too Intimidating are likely to be thereabouts.


Race 6: 03:17 +1d Lone Star Race 7 - Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(10) Wa Wa Wee Wa
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezCesar GoveaShe has won three times from 6f to 7f. Finished 8l behind Soaring Lady when fifth of 7 at 16-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Others might have her measure.
(12) Language Barrier
6Rodolfo GuerraRonald SayreHe has won four times from 6f to 1m. Finished 4l behind Little Avenger when fourth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f earlier this month. Easier to side with others.
3rd (2) Flip The Coin Jan
9Jose AlvarezJaime CastellanosWinner of six races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 6l behind Monet's Devil at 9-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Looks vulnerable once more.
(3) Magic Bow
10Alfredo ContrerasJames StidhamHe has won four times from 5f to 6f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 9l behind Irish Expectations when sixth of 7 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Lone Star Park over 6f in June last year. Look elsewhere for the winner.
(6) Texas Titan
6Gerardo MoraDanny PayneHe has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 11l behind Absaroka at 40-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f last month. Unlikely to trouble his rivals.
(9) Carpe Eros
7Stewart ElliottJ CaldwellHe has won three times from 5f to 7f. Beaten 6l behind Monet's Devil at 16-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Hard to fancy.
(8) My Little Prince
4Floyd Jr WetheyScott YoungHe has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 7l behind Twentyone N Change at 40-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) earlier this month. Unlikely to threaten the principals.
2nd (7) Weird Year
5David CabreraLee RossiHe has won three times from 5f to 6f. Third of 13 behind Absaroka beaten 8l at 11-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f last month. Others look more appealing options.
(4) Straighten Up
4Elvin GonzalezKarl BrobergHe has won three times at 5f. Finished 6l behind Philo Beddoe when sixth of 9 at 9-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f in February. Should go well.
(5) Gozilla
7Rene DiazJ CaldwellWinner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 8l behind Midnight Pranks when fourth of 10 at 13-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in February. Warrants serious thought.
4th (11) Stellar Tap
5Erik AsmussenSteven AsmussenHe has won three times from 6f to 7f. Finished 8l behind Fire Sword when sixth of 8 at 3-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Will be hard to keep out of the finish.
1st (1) Hooperdrivesthboat
7Harry HernandezRobertino DiodoroHe has won four times at 6f. Beaten behind Good Scout at 17-10fav when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 6f (good) in January. A key player.


GOZILLA has been mixing it in much tougher contests than this and he can take advantage of the drop in grade. Hooperdrivesthboat and Straighten Up are others to note.


Race 7: 03:44 +1d Lone Star Race 8 - Allowance

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
5th (1) The Next Big Bling
4Floyd Jr WetheyKaren JacksSuccessful at 5f and 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Rubiana at 15-2 when seventh of 12 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. She has a bit to find.
(10) Shining Example
5Isaiah WisemanM DavidsonShe has won three times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather. A winner at 20-1 at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f on her latest outing last month, beating My Lucky Break by a head. Makes little appeal.
4th (4) Phunk
4Elvin GonzalezRobert YoungShe has won three times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather. Well beaten at 16-1 behind Rubiana when last of 12 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Sarah Davidson. Difficult to make a case for.
(2) Kause I'm Devine
7Derbe GlassMary SaavedraA winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 3 1/2l behind Cafezinho when sixth of 10 at 30-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Could get involved.
(8) Fast Track
4Erik AsmussenSteven AsmussenA winner at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Atta Moy Girl at 7-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Others look stronger.
2nd (9) Cross Claim
4Iram DiegoMatt HebertSuccessful at 5f and 6f on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Rubiana when fourth of 12 at 9-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Could run into the money.
(3) Texas Star
3David CabreraKaren JacksA winner at 3-1 at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Avaling by 2 1/2l. It would be no surprise to see her figure.
(6) Bling On The Light
6Rene DiazJ CaldwellShe has won three times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Rubiana beaten 2 1/2l at 5-2fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. One to consider.
3rd (7) Bling It To Me
3Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensWon on her latest outing when 9-4fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month, beating Avaling by 1 3/4l. Not out of it.
1st (5) She Speaks
3Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenWon on her latest outing when 12-5fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month, beating Bubbles And Bling by 3l. Merits consideration.


TEXAS STAR took a big leap forward from her debut effort to shed her maiden tag by over two lengths last time and, with further progression, she can make it two wins from three starts. She Speaks and Bling On The Light head the dangers.


Race 8: 19:35 Lone Star Race 1 - Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Tensas Lu Lu
4Harry HernandezKarl BrobergA winner at 5f. Beaten 16l behind Olivia G at 20-1 when last of 10 on her latest outing at Fair Grounds over 6f last month. Could be in the mix.
(2) Anna Up
3Obed SanchezM DavidsonA winner at 5f. Beaten a head by East Coast Cowgirl when second of eight at 16-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f last month. The one to beat.
(3) Capetown Candy
5Rodolfo GuerraWayne GeorgeA winner at 1m. Finished 10l behind East Coast Cowgirl when sixth of eight at 13-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f last month. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Rhonda Tuley. Has it all to do.
(4) Purrfect Moon
4David CabreraMiguel SilvaA winner at 6f. Beaten 10l behind Atta Moy Girl at 16-1 when eighth of 10 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. One to avoid.
(5) Beauxs Artes
5Isaiah WisemanM DavidsonA winner at 6f. Third of 10 behind Atta Moy Girl beaten 4l at 14-5 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Improvement required.
(6) Rough Creek
3Iram DiegoRonnie CravensA winner at 5f. Finished 19l behind Sharp Likeness when fifth of six at 5-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in February. Others make more appeal.
(7) Elena Mae
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensA winner at 5f. Well beaten at 9-2 behind San Mateo Kat when last of six on her latest outing at Remington Park over 1m in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Scott Young. A key player.


Narrowly denied over further at Sam Houston last month, ANNA UP should be suited by the drop back in trip and she can go one better. That may be at the main expense of Elena Mae and Tensas Lu Lu.


Race 9: 20:03 Lone Star Race 2 - Maiden Special Weight

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) All American Lady
3Franklin CeballosTerry EoffPlaced in three of ten starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by High Tone Woman when second of nine at 13-5 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Holds strong claims.
(2) Avaling
3Alfredo Jr TrianaJaime CastellanosPlaced in both starts. Beaten 2 1/2l by Texas Star when second of 10 at 14-5fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f earlier this month. Can go one better.
(3) Indy La Primera
3Iram DiegoRaul RangelPlaced once in three starts. Third of 12 behind She Speaks beaten 3 1/2l at 9-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Not fancied.
(4) Taps Mistress
3Floyd Jr WetheyJayde GelnerPlaced in six of seven starts. Beaten 2 3/4l by Athena D'oro when second of nine at 8-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Must enter calculations again.
(5) Mizz Factor
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezCarlos PadillaPlaced twice in five starts. Finished 6l behind Athena D'oro when sixth of nine at 28-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time, which will need to have an effect.
(6) Divertida
3Rene DiazJ CaldwellPlaced in three of eight starts. Third of nine behind High Tone Woman beaten 13l at 9-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Tough ask.


Runner-up on both career outings, AVALING sets the standard on form and she can get off the mark on this occasion. All American Lady and Taps Mistress also warrant consideration.


Race 10: 20:31 Lone Star Race 3 - Allowance Optional Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Castille
3Iram DiegoCarlos PadillaSuccessful at 5f and 6f. Finished 2 3/4l behind Twentyone N Change when fifth of 12 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) earlier this month. Likely to struggle.
(2) Devil's Mischief
3Floyd Jr WetheyTerry EoffA winner at 1m. Third of eight behind Illustrator beaten 4 1/2l at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. This looks beyond him.
(3) Flotation Station
3Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenA winner at 6f. Finished 6l behind Third Street when fourth of eight at 17-10fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Can get involved.
(4) Magical Mark
3David CabreraKarl BrobergA winner at 4f. Beaten 2 1/2l by Doctored Deal when second of 10 at 9-4 on his latest outing at Delta Downs over 6f in February. Improvement required.
(5) Third Street
3Jose AlvarezShawn DavisHe has won three times from 5f to 6f. Finished 10l behind Victory For Vets when sixth of 10 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. A leading contender.
(6) Mo Winning
3Harry HernandezRobertino DiodoroA winner at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Woodcourt at 15-2 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m (good) in January. Can strike on the drop in grade.
(7) Toolpusher
3Erik AsmussenSteven AsmussenWon on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month, beating Carry The Flag by 2l. Work to do in this more competitive affair.


This represents a significant drop in grade for MO WINNING and he can take advantage for a first victory since his debut last November. Flotation Station and Third Street look to be his main dangers.


Race 11: 20:59 Lone Star Race 4 - Maiden Special Weight

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Mucho Macho Cam
3Teresa SalazarSr Alan Love,Half-brother to Ignis, won six times at 5f and 7f. Well beaten at 6-1 behind Witt's Jerry when 9th of 10 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. Held on that form.
(2) Regal Terka
3Stewart ElliottMindy WillisHalf-brother to Red Summerbird, won three times at 6f. Finished 3l behind Holiday Presence when fifth of 11 at 11-2 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. That was a pleasing start.
(3) Texas Reign
3Gerardo MoraAllen DupuyUnplaced in all three starts. Finished 15l behind Ripster when fifth of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Look elsewhere.
(4) Ghurair's Warrior
4Jose AlvarezJaime CastellanosPlaced once in eight starts. Beaten 4l behind Holiday Presence at 13-2 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Others preferred.
(5) Sonny Bob
3Jermaine BridgmohanDanny PishPlaced in four of seven starts. Finished 14l behind Without A Trace when sixth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m earlier this month. Capable if not consistent.
(6) Going To Sanantone
3Harry HernandezDick CappellucciPlaced in three of six starts. Third of 7 behind Dini Dice beaten 3 1/2l at 7-10fav on his latest outing at Sunland Park over 6f in February. A live outsider.
(7) Silver Assassin
3David CabreraKaren JacksPlaced once in five starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Holiday Presence when sixth of 11 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. May improve for having been gelded.
(8) Sir Lancelot Ridge
4Samuel BurgosRonald KotaraYet to place in seven starts. Well beaten at 45-1 behind Holiday Presence when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Hard to fancy.
(9) Silent Bling
3Iram DiegoJayde GelnerPlaced twice in five starts. Third of 10 behind Witt's Jerry beaten 1 3/4l at 6-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. Shouldn't be far away.
(10) Supersecretweapon
4Alfredo Jr TrianaKris FullertonPlaced in both starts. Beaten a neck by Holiday Presence when second of 11 at 7-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. The one to beat.
(11) He's Charming
3Rene DiazJayde GelnerPlaced twice in six starts. Third of 11 behind Holiday Presence beaten 3/4l at 20-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Reserve.


SUPERSECRETWEAPON sets the standard with his two narrow 1m defeats and he can make it third-time lucky. Silent Bling and Silver Assassin are others to note.


Race 12: 21:27 Lone Star Race 5 - Starter Optional Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Pomeroy Haze
7Rene DiazCesar GoveaHas won 12 races from 5f to 7f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Fire Sword when fourth of 8 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Later promoted to third, but still hard to fancy.
(2) Love My Jimmy
6Harry HernandezRobertino DiodoroHas won 12 races from 5f to 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Turf Paradise over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Truth Seeker by 1 3/4l. Hard to oppose.
(3) Pudding
9Floyd Jr WetheyKaren JacksHas won 12 races from 5f to 7f. A winner at 11-2 at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Saturday's Gold by a head. A live outsider.
(4) In The Arch
6David CabreraKarl BrobergWinner of seven races from 5f to 6f. Finished behind Young Tuscan when fifth of 11 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Fair Grounds over 6f last month. Claims on best form.
(5) Shotshell
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensHe has won three times at 1m. Third of 7 behind Ernie Banker beaten 4l at 19-5 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Should run well over this shorter trip.
(6) Risky Priority
5Elvin GonzalezKarl BrobergHe has won three times from 5f to 7f. Beaten 4 1/2l by Emperador when second of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Likely to give another good account.
(7) Malibu Thunder
5Franklin CeballosTerry EoffHe has won three times at 5f. A winner at 11-1 at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) on his latest outing in January, beating Brahms Boy by a head. Could outrun his odds.


LOVE MY JIMMY is three from three so far this year and he is fancied to score again, possibly at the main expense of Shotshell and Risky Priority.


Race 13: 21:55 Lone Star Race 6 - Starter Optional Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Fire Sword
6Iram DiegoCarlos PadillaHas won ten races from 5f to 7f. A winner at 10-1 at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Yankee Indian by 2l. Leading claims.
(2) Take Me Up Brady
9Gerardo MoraPaul PearsonWinner of five races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 12l behind Captain Don at 16-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Prairie Meadows over 5f in September last year. Best watched.
(3) Mister K
7Elvin GonzalezRobert YoungWinner of six races from 5f to 7f. Beaten a neck by Monet's Devil when second of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Ronnie Cravens III. A live outsider.
(4) Gentleman's Secret
8Harry HernandezKarl BrobergHas won nine races from 5f to 6f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Monet's Devil when fifth of 8 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Needs more.
(5) Pickens
7Rene DiazGeorge BryantHas won 12 races from 5f to 6f. Beaten 9l behind Bron And Brow at 50-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Delta Downs over 5f in February. Takes a big drop in class.
(6) Play Rule
6David CabreraSteve RoubionWinner of six races from 4f to 7f. Finished 19l behind Quarterback Dak when sixth of 7 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 7f in February. Very disappointing that day.
(7) Yankee Indian
6Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensHas won nine races from 5f to 7f. Beaten 2l by Fire Sword when second of 8 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Should give another good account.


FIRE SWORD comfortably beat Yankee Indian over 6f at Sam Houston 15 days ago and he could confirm that form en route to notching an 11th career win. Pickens can improve on recent efforts with his sights lowered.


Race 14: 22:23 Lone Star Race 7 - Maiden Special Weight

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Flying J Ragnar
4Gerber PivaralThunder JohnsonUnplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 60-1 behind Without A Trace when last of 11 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m earlier this month. Opposable.
(2) Pearse
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensPlaced twice in ten starts. Beaten 20l behind Without A Trace at 9-2 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m earlier this month. Needs to raise his game.
(3) One Last Bid
4Erik AsmussenSteven AsmussenYet to place in three starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind All Country when fourth of 6 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Can make his presence felt.
(4) Get Ripped
4Floyd Jr WetheyKaren JacksUnplaced in both starts. Finished 8l behind All Country when last of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Faces a stiff assignment.
(5) Hold My Beer Bro
3Jermaine BridgmohanAllen DupuyPlaced twice in six starts. Finished 17l behind Last Attack when sixth of 11 at 17-4 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Enters calculations.
(6) Dinero De La Casa
3Iram DiegoAustin GustafsonPlaced in three of four starts. Third of 11 behind Last Attack beaten 3l at 13-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. In the mix.
(7) Ringside
4David CabreraDanny PishPlaced once in eight starts. Finished 12l behind Without A Trace when fourth of 11 at 11-5jt-fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m earlier this month. Could land a blow.
(8) Nerky Rose
4Rene DiazJ CaldwellPlaced in six of 15 starts. Beaten a neck by All Country when second of 6 at 19-5 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Holds every chance.
(9) Blame Dennis
3Rodolfo GuerraRachael KeithanYet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Gracious Kat when sixth of 7 on his latest outing at Delta Downs over 5f in February. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Anthony Arey. Look elsewhere for the winner.
(10) Bishop Creek
3Jose AlvarezLee RossiDam won twice at 6f. Finished 5l behind Last Attack when fourth of 11 at 18-1 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) last month. Others preferred.
(11) Inform
3Stewart ElliottSteven AsmussenUnplaced in both starts. Beaten 20l behind Nullify at 14-1 when last of 7 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m earlier this month. Reserve.


Having been narrowly denied on his latest outing, NERKY ROSE can go one better, possibly at the main expense of One Last Bid. Ringside is also noted.


Race 15: 22:51 Lone Star Race 8 - Maiden Special Weight

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Bayou Boy
3Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensPlaced twice in four starts. Beaten 9l behind Summer Help at 17-4 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Merits consideration.
(2) Super Ekati
3Leandro GoncalvesSr Alan Love,Half-brother to Akuna Matata, won at 6f. Finished 16l behind Ripster when sixth of 8 at 19-2 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. He is hard to fancy on that evidence.
(3) Fist Bump Ridge
3Samuel BurgosRonald KotaraFull brother to Excalibur Ridge, won twice at 7f and 1m. Well beaten at 22-1 behind Mister Monte Carlo when 9th of 10 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in February. Up against it.
(4) Rich Mountain
3Daniel BenavidesJesse SaucedaDam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 15l behind Tiz Fabulous at 20-1 when last of 9 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) last month. Look elsewhere for the winner.
(5) Expect Glory
3Obed SanchezFrancisco BravoDam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 10l behind Bubba's Reckless at 6-1 when seventh of 12 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Better can be expected.
(6) Comes The Sun
3Isaiah WisemanM DavidsonPlaced once in three starts. Third of 12 behind Bubba's Reckless beaten 4l at 25-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Unlikely to be far away.
(7) Turn North
3Harry HernandezKarl BrobergPlaced once in four starts. Finished 5l behind Axis Of Evil when fifth of 9 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f in February. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Henry Johnson Jr. One of the likelier winners.
(8) Flying Caesar
3Stewart ElliottMindy WillisHalf-brother to Spice Kingdom, won six times at 7f and 1m. Finished 4l behind Bubba's Reckless when fourth of 12 at 11-1 on his racecourse debut at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f last month. Enters calculations.
(9) Vino Texas Jess
3Jose AlvarezW CalhounHalf-brother to Seve's Road, won three times between 1m and 1m 4f. The betting could reveal some clues.
(10) Obvious Conclusion
3Franklin CeballosSr Alan Love,Unplaced in both starts. Finished 12l behind Ripster when fourth of 8 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f earlier this month. Up against it.


A weak contest in which preference is for TURN NORTH, who has shown enough recently to suggest he can land a race of this nature. Comes The Sun and Flying Caesar are feared most.


Race 16: 23:19 Lone Star Race 9 - Allowance

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Too Much Action
5Rene DiazJ CaldwellWinner of five races from 6f to 7f. Beaten 1 1/4l by Mr Money Bags when second of 5 at 9-10fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m last month. A key player.
(2) Carbon Stryker
6Jermaine BridgmohanGeorge BryantHas won ten races from 4f to 6f. Third of 9 behind Zavala beaten 2 1/4l at 15-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Needs more here.
(3) Chief Brady
5Jose AlvarezShawn DavisHe has won four times from 5f to 6f. Third of 6 behind Josh's Dream beaten 1l at 12-5fav on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Respected but has something to find, with the winner of that race and Zavala (second) both back in opposition.
(4) Zavala
4Floyd Jr WetheyJayde GelnerHe has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 1/2l by Josh's Dream when second of 6 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. A solid option.
(5) Josh's Dream
5Iram DiegoSr Alan Love,He has won three times from 5f to 6f. A winner at 13-2 at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Zavala by 1/2l. Another bold showing is likely.
(6) Algebra
7Stewart ElliottJ CaldwellHas won ten races from 6f to 1m. Finished 7l behind Josh's Dream when last of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Has something to find on a literal reading of that run.
(7) Iberian Runner
5Leandro GoncalvesCesar GoveaHe has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 7 behind Singapore Flash beaten 2 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. A place might be his best chance.
(8) Mister Monte Carlo
3Ernesto Valdez JiminezJaylan ClarySuccessful twice at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 14-5fav at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month, beating Ozzies Wings Y G by 1 1/4l. On for the hat-trick but this is easily his stiffest test for a while.


JOSH'S DREAM and Zavala have each won a race from their two previous encounters, but the former looks to still hold a bit of scope and shades preference having comfortably reeled in his rival last time out. Too Much Action is the pick of the rest.


Race 17: 23:47 Lone Star Race 10 - Claiming

Info Form Odds Rating Weight OR Days since last run Age Jockey Trainer Comments
(1) Riobella
4Harry HernandezKarl BrobergSuccessful at 6f and 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/4l when second of 7 at 15/2 but disqualified and placed fifth behind Basket Case on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. Dangerous to ignore and can go close if she stays out of trouble.
(2) Hailey's Jewel
4Rodolfo GuerraJoaquin GarzaSuccessful twice at 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 20l behind Dixie Carrousel when last of 6 at 7-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f in January. This demands more of her.
(3) Night Orb
4Ernesto Valdez JiminezRonnie CravensSuccessful twice at 5f on firm and good ground. Finished 4l behind Go Betty Jo when fourth of 11 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 5f (good) earlier this month. Reliable and is one to consider.
(4) Miz Cali
4David CabreraMiguel SilvaSuccessful twice at 1m on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind San Mateo Kat when fifth of 8 at 6-5fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Needs a big step forward from that run.
(5) My Patriotic Girl
4Leandro GoncalvesEduardo CruzSuccessful at 6f and 1m on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind San Mateo Kat beaten 3 1/2l at 7-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Firmly in the mix.
(6) Claudette Heir
5Elvin GonzalezRobert YoungSuccessful at 5f and 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind Basket Case when fourth of 7 at 6-5fav on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. Has something to find with Riobella based on a literal reading of that effort and is probably best just watched.
(7) Hourglass Figure
6Jose AlvarezScott YoungSuccessful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Finished 4l behind San Mateo Kat when fourth of 8 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Opposable.
(8) The Rage Of Art
4Iram DiegoCesar GoveaSuccessful at 5f and 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind San Mateo Kat at 45-1 when seventh of 8 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Makes limited appeal.
(9) Fayette Blue
6Floyd Jr WetheyLee RossiSuccessful twice at 7f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Super Cindy when fourth of 7 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) in February. Will need everything to go her way.
(10) Cashmere Dancer
5Stewart ElliottMindy WillisSuccessful at 5f and 1m on firm and good ground. Beaten 1l by San Mateo Kat when second of 8 at 13-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Back to form that day and needs to be taken seriously.
(11) Marquette Warrior
3Elvin GonzalezH Ashford JrSuccessful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Beaten 9l behind San Mateo Kat at 9-2 when last of 8 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 1m (good) earlier this month. Reserve.
(12) Go Go Go
5Gerber PivaralSarah DavidsonSuccessful at 5f and 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Shining Example when sixth of 10 at 15-2 on her latest outing at Sam Houston Race Park over 6f last month. Reserve.
(13) Misswish
4Christopher ElliottSarah DavidsonSuccessful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 7l behind Big Un when fourth of 6 at 18-1 on her latest outing at Will Rogers Downs over 1m last month. Reserve.


Claudette Heir and Cashmere Dancer are both strong contenders based on peak efforts, but NIGHT ORB has held her own in deeper races of late and could be worth chancing for a bit of value in a wide-open race.



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