Colonial Downs Races & Results All Racing UK & International Horse Racing Speed Ratings & Tips for 2024-09-07

There were 446 Races on across 50 meetings. There was 7 races at Ascot first race 13:35, 9 races at Belmont first race 05:14, 1 races at Birdsville first race 06:59, 4 races at Canterbury Park first race 23:10, 9 races at Chantilly first race 12:40, 7 races at Chennai first race 09:15, 12 races at Chukyo first race 01:50, 3 races at Club Hipico first race 01:25, 13 races at Colonial Downs first race 01:14, 6 races at Dax first race 09:30, 11 races at Del Mar first race 01:00, 7 races at Delaware Park first race 17:30, 9 races at Doomben first race 02:58, 8 races at Durbanville first race 11:35, 14 races at Emerald Downs first race 03:00, 6 races at Gold Coast Poly first race 04:24 Gold Coast, 11 races at Gulfstream first race 17:55, 6 races at Hastings Racecourse first race 03:00, 8 races at Hawkesbury first race 03:45, 8 races at Haydock first race 13:15, 16 races at Hipo Chile first race 17:45, 11 races at Kanazawa first race 03:45, 7 races at Kempton first race 14:00, 12 races at Kentucky Downs first race 17:30, 12 races at Kochi first race 06:55, 10 races at Laurel Park first race 17:25, 8 races at Magdeburg (GER) first race 12:00 Magdeburg, 9 races at Maronas first race 19:00, 7 races at Mildura first race 03:56, 10 races at Monmouth Park first race 17:50, 10 races at Moonee Valley first race 03:10, 9 races at Morphettville first race 03:52, 12 races at Nakayama first race 02:05, 7 races at Navan first race 14:15, 6 races at Orange first race 04:11, 18 races at Palermo first race 16:00, 7 races at Pune first race 09:00, 10 races at Randwick first race 02:50, 9 races at Remington Park first race 01:28, 12 races at Saga first race 06:50, 11 races at Seoul first race 05:55, 6 races at Stratford first race 16:12, 11 races at Taif first race 13:00, 8 races at Thirsk first race 14:05, 7 races at Toowoomba first race 07:46, 8 races at Turffontein first race 11:20, 7 races at Vichy first race 17:45, 9 races at Vincennes first race 12:23, 8 races at Wolverhampton first race 16:50, 10 races at Woodbine first race 18:05, no doubt Tomform helped you find a winner. TomForm.com uses a custom rating system for each runner.

Race 1: 01:14 +1d Colonial Downs Race 11 - Claiming

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
(5) Vintner	8	Jose Riquelme	Moises Yanez	He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Finished behind Fatima's Blessing when sixth of 13 at 45-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Would need everything to go his way.
(4) King Nate	6	Ronald Allen Jr	Maria Bowersock	Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Skipperini when fifth of 10 at 45-1 on his latest outing at Tampa Bay Downs over 1m (good) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Jennifer Quinones. Makes limited appeal.
(11) El Guapo	6	Sebastian Saez	Carlos Munoz	A winner at 6f on the all-weather, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten behind Spurs Up at 19-2 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 7f last month. Not hard to overlook.
(1) Titrate	6	Angel Cruz	Carlos Mancilla	He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten behind Fatima's Blessing at 20-1 when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Hard to fancy.
(9) Hrothgar	5	Mario Fuentes	Javier Morzan	He has won three times at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Lake Nakuru when sixth of 8 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Penn National over 1m (good) last month. Needs to find some improvement.
1st (10) Reconvene	7	Horacio Karamanos	Ii James Lawrence,	He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Finished 8l behind Xy Time when fourth of 9 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Well beaten here the last twice now and appears to be a risky option.
(3) Writeitontheice	5	Antonio Gallardo	Jeff Zook	Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Quokka when fourth of 8 at 39-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Might find this tough.
4th (12) Backwoods Boogie	7	Jorge Ruiz	Mary Eppler	Winner of five races from 5f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Slippin Jimmy when sixth of 8 at 13-2 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Won here on his penultimate start and rates a player on that basis.
2nd (2) Bail Out	9	Jevian Toledo	Horacio De	He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished behind Fatima's Blessing when fourth of 13 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Worth a second look.
(6) Mo Rewards	5	Ruben Silvera	Jamie Ness	He has won three times from 6f to 1m on firm ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 3-5fav at Delaware Park over 1m (firm) last month, beating Couperin by 2l. Lots to like and rates a key player.
3rd (7) Opposites Attract	4	Mychel Sanchez	Maria Bowersock	He has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground. A winner at 19-5 at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating My Great Illusion by 1/2l. Should go well again.
(8) Ajourneytofreedom	7	Gavin Ashton	Liam Bourke	He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 7l behind Small Field when sixth of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m 1f (good) last month. Seems to have lost his way and is hard to fancy.
(13) Templet	7	Antonio Gallardo	Teresa Connelly	Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 9-2 at Presque Isle Downs over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating El Solitario by a neck. Reserve.
(14) Summer Anthem	5	Victor Carrasco	Keri Brion	He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 8l behind Two By Two at 33-10 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Laurel Park over 1m (good) in July. Reserve.

Last-time-out winner MO REWARDS and Opposites Attract appeal most, with the former shading preference based on his recent form looking the stronger of the two. Backwoods Boogie would also be a key player if he bounces back from a below-par run last time out.

Race 2: 18:00 Colonial Downs Race 1 - Maiden Claiming

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
2nd (9) Florina	2	Ismerio Villalobos	Fausto Gutierrez	Half-sister to Ferocity, won five times at 6f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 11l behind Respect The Law at 20-1 when seventh of 10 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. It's best to look elsewhere.
1st (11) Thunder Bern	2	Tyler Conner	Ethan West	Placed once in three starts. Well beaten at 9-2 behind Good Cheer when last of 5 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. Could land a blow.
3rd (4) Slanderous	2	Antonio Gallardo	Jason McCutchen	Unplaced in all five starts. Finished 6l behind Respect The Law when fifth of 10 at 7-2 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. More is needed.
4th (6) Fontabelle	2	Sheldon Russell	Brittany Russell	Dam won at 1m. The betting could provide all the clues.
(1) Nancy Mary	2	Horacio Karamanos	Damon Dilodovico	Half-sister to Sunshine Jack, won twice at 5f. Finished behind Beautiful Blome when fifth of 6 at 15-1 on her racecourse debut at Laurel Park over 7f last month. Needs to take a step forward.
(2) Huixtla	2	Gavin Ashton	Fausto Gutierrez	Half-sister to Away And Gone, won at 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 11l behind Rocio when sixth of 7 at 9-5fav on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Unlikely to be good enough.
(3) Show' Em Nola	2	Ubardo Casique	Monica McGoey	Dam won three times at 6f. Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 18-1 behind Youmakemecharlie when last of 8 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. Others look stronger.
(5) Karens Dream	2	Forest Boyce	Michael Aro	Dam unraced. The market can guide.
(7) Power Dance	2	Mario Fuentes	William Grainger	Half-sister to Dancing On My Own, won five times between 6f and 1m. Any market support should not be ignored.
(8) Savvy Departure	2	Victor Carrasco	Cody Durr	Half-sister to Departing, won eight times between 6f and 1m 1f including a Grade 3 race. An interesting newcomer.
(10) Miss Tapatia	2	Sebastian Saez	Angel Rodriguez	Yet to place in five starts. Finished 9l behind Rocio when fifth of 7 at 25-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Not out of it.

POWER DANCE changed hands for 40,000 dollars and has produced some pleasing efforts in her workouts, so she may make a winning debut. Miss Tapatia and newcomer Karen's Dream are others to watch out for.

Race 3: 18:30 Colonial Downs Race 2 - Allowance Optional Claiming

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
3rd (4) Silver Front	3	Gavin Ashton	J Huffman	Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 6l behind Coast Along when fourth of 8 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. A place is the best he ca hope for.
4th (2) King Covee	4	Victor Carrasco	Phil Schoenthal	A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 1l by Wild West Justice when second of 8 at 7-5fav on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Consistent enough to play a hand.
1st (6) Horsepower	3	Paco Lopez	Joseph Orseno	A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by By The Sey Shore when second of 10 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. One to take seriously.
2nd (3) Jetaros	4	Jorge Ruiz	Teresa Pompay	Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Coast Along when second of 8 at 33-10 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. A similar bid should see him right in the mix.
(1) Beltane	3	Sheldon Russell	Anthony Aguirre	Successful twice at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind By The Sey Shore at 39-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Needs to put that display behind him.
(5) Abadin	4	Manuel Franco	Michael Maker	Successful at 6f and 7f on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Classic Legacy when last of 6 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m last month. Will find this easier.
(7) Jupiter Blues	7	Sebastian Saez	Monica McGoey	He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Slippin Jimmy beaten 2 1/2l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. This is more demanding.
(8) Wild West Justice	3	Jevian Toledo	Caio Caramori	Successful twice at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 13-1 at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating King Covee by 1l. Should go well.

WILD WEST JUSTICE had King Covee (second) a length behind when securing his second career success on his latest outing and he could prove hard to beat again. Horsepower and Jetaros aren't out of it either.

Race 4: 19:00 Colonial Downs Race 3 - Allowance Optional Claiming

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
2nd (2) Lady Radler	4	Jorge Ruiz	Michael Campbell	Winner of five races from 5f to 7f. Third of 5 behind Cheetara beaten 8l at 11-10fav on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 7f in July. Strong place claims.
3rd (3) Bouncer	4	Antonio Gallardo	Jeanne Dolan	Winner of six races from 5f to 7f. A winner at 4-1 at Colonial Downs over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Whiskey And You by 4 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Mark Casse, Likely to be thereabouts.
4th (6) Love The Nest	5	Tyler Conner	Jordan Blair	Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Hawthorne over 6f in October '22, beating W W Scout's Honor by 4 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Joel Berndt. He has to be considered on his return to action.
1st (1) Patriot Spirit	3	Mychel Sanchez	Michael Campbell	He has won three times from 6f to 1m 1f. A winner at 5-1 at Hawthorne over 1m 1f on his latest outing in April, beating Real Men Violin by 6l. Expected to mount a serious challenge.
(4) Swiftsure	6	Jevian Toledo	Horacio De	Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Third of 4 behind Film Star beaten 10l at 33-10 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m last month. Not out of it.
(5) Arden'Sluckytobe	5	Tais Lyapustina	Diana McClure	Winner of five races from 6f to 7f. A winner at 16-5 at Colonial Downs over 6f on his latest outing in July, beating Triple Elvis by a neck. In the mix.
(7) Greeley And Ben	10	Victor Carrasco	Horacio De	Has won 25 races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 13l behind Got Thunder at 9-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Monmouth Park over 6f last month. Unlikely to trouble his rivals.

PATRIOT SPIRIT struck in taking fashion in stakes company at Hawthorne on his most recent start and that triumph makes him impossible to oppose. Bouncer and Swiftsure can give him the most to think about.

Race 5: 19:30 Colonial Downs Race 4 - Maiden Special Weight

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
3rd (7) Harrier	2	Gavin Ashton	Archibald Kingsley, Jr	Dam won three times in all weather flat races at 1m, three times over the Flat at 1m and over hurdles at 2m. Market support could prove significant on this opening bid.
4th (10) Marshal	2	Ben Curtis	Michael Stidham	Dam a lightly raced maiden. Newcomers from this yard warrant consideration.
1st (4) Patrick's Promise	2	Manuel Franco	Christophe Clement	Half-brother to Knock, won twice at 5f and 7f. Beaten 2l by The Brigade when second of 6 at 4-1 on his racecourse debut at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Each-way player.
2nd (6) Academy	2	Mychel Sanchez	H Motion	Half-brother to Sacred Connection, won twice at 1m. Beaten behind Without Caution at 11-1 when seventh of 15 on his racecourse debut at Saratoga over 1m (good) in July. One to consider dropped in class.
(1) New Plex	2	Ubardo Casique	Carlos Munoz	Dam unraced. Well beaten at 35-1 behind Pascaline when 9th of 10 on his racecourse debut at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. Best watched.
(2) Prichard	2	Paco Lopez	Cherie Devaux	Dam unraced. Worth a glance in the betting on debut.
(3) Extraordinary One	2	Jorge Panaijo	Edmund Davis	Yet to place in three starts. Well beaten at 45-1 behind Sweet Fantasy when last of 10 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m last month. It's best to look elsewhere.
(5) National Law	2	Jorge Ruiz	Jorge Duarte	Half-brother to Family Way, won four times between 1m 1f and 1m 4f including a Grade 3 race. Finished behind Shootersgottashoot when fourth of 8 at 7-1 on his racecourse debut at Monmouth Park over 5f (good) in July. He is wearing blinkers for the first time and a likely improver upped in trip.
(8) Grey Shadow	2	Mario Fuentes	Angel Rodriguez	Placed once in six starts. Beaten a neck by Spice Bag when second of 9 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. This demands more.
(9) Bright Angel	2	Antonio Gallardo	Edmund Davis	Full brother to Bystander, won three times at 1m and 1m 2f. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 7l behind Jungle Glow when fourth of 6 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Monmouth Park over 1m last month. A place is his only hope.
(11) Grand Liam	2	Ismerio Villalobos	Gerard Ochoa	Dam a lightly raced maiden. Well beaten at 45-1 behind Pascaline when last of 10 on his racecourse debut at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. Hopes are pinned on a rise in trip.

NATIONAL LAW is bred to relish this marked rise in distance and he's taken to build on his fourth-placed debut at Monmouth over 5f in July. Academy and Patrick's Promise are other key contenders.

Race 6: 20:05 Colonial Downs Race 5 - Colonial Cup Stakes

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
3rd (1) L'Imperator	7	Gavin Ashton	Archibald Kingsley, Jr	Has won ten races from 1m to 2m3f on ground varying from firm to sloppy. Won on his latest Flat outing when 9-4fav at Belmont At The Big A over 2m3f (good) in June, beating Rampoldi Plan. One to consider reverting to the level.
4th (6) Mclovin	6	Ben Curtis	Rodolphe Brisset	He has won four times from 1m2f to 2m on firm and good ground. Beaten a neck by F Five when second of 8 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Gulfstream over 2m (good) in December last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Arnaud Delacour. He merits respect on his return to the Flat.
1st (2) Truly Quality	4	Manuel Franco	Jonathan Thomas	Successful at 1m2f and 1m3f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Battle Of Normandy when second of 10 at 13-5 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m3f (good) in July. Further progress cannot be ruled out.
2nd (3) Webslinger	4	Antonio Gallardo	Mark Casse	Winner of five races from 1m to 1m3f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Get Smokin at 4-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Monmouth Park over 1m3f (good) in July. Leading claims dropped in class.
(4) Sports Editor	5	Paco Lopez	Edward Allard	He has won three times from 1m to 1m4f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Delaware Park over 1m in July, beating Give It A Whirl. This demands a leap forward.
(5) Clyde's Got A Gun	4	Edgar Morales	Helen Pitts	Successful at 1m1f and 1m2f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Highway Robber when sixth of 11 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m2f (good) last month. Improvement is called for.

Five-time turf winner WEBSLINGER rates as the one to beat in these calmer waters, with Mclovin and Truly Quality expected to serve the most resistance.

Race 7: 20:40 Colonial Downs Race 6 - Exacta Systems Rosie's Stakes

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
3rd (7) Ghostly Rose	2	Ismerio Villalobos	Javier Gonzalez	Dam unraced. A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Governor Sam when fifth of 6 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Monmouth Park over 5f (good) last month. That reopposing winner appears to have his measure.
2nd (11) Out On Bail	2	Manuel Franco	Michael Maker	Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 6-4fav at Saratoga over 5f (good) last month, beating Jet Sweep Joe by a head. He must enter the conversation.
4th (1) Curahee	2	Jevian Toledo	Brittany Russell	Dam a lightly raced maiden. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) in July, beating Lazio by 6l. Further progress could be on the cards.
1st (3) Governor Sam	2	Paco Lopez	George Weaver	Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 3-10fav at Monmouth Park over 5f (good) last month, beating Jet Sweep Joe by a neck. A hat-trick may beckon.
(2) I'm Otter Here	2	Jaime Torres	Jeff Hiles	Dam won at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 13-5jt-fav at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month, beating Reagan's Wit. This demands more.
(4) Bottoms Up	2	Edgar Morales	Jason McCutchen	A winner at 19-5 at Colonial Downs over 5f on his latest outing in July, beating Gas Alley. Others are more progressive.
(5) Sharedashenanigans	2	Victor Carrasco	H Motion	Half-sister to Bassett Hall, won at 6f. Won on her racecourse debut when 7-10fav at Laurel Park over 5f in June, beating Sail Theseven Seas. Each-way claims.
(6) Ace It	2	Gavin Ashton	James Chapman	A winner at 4f on the all-weather. Third of 4 behind Reggie Runs Rogue beaten 2 3/4l at 17-5 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. A place is more than possible.
(8) Dancing Bear	2	Romero Maragh	Carlos Martin	Dam won at 6f. A winner at 17-2 at Belmont At The Big A over 6f (good) on his latest outing in July, beating dead-heaters Mcdiesel and Richard Ave by 1 1/2l. He is heading in the right direction.
(9) Fire Pit	2	Mychel Sanchez	Guadalupe Preciado	Half-brother to To Thyself B True, won at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 2-5fav at Philadelphia Park over 4f in July, beating Friday Surprise by 1/2l. This rise in class may prove beyond him.
(10) Pay The Juice	2	Vincent Cheminaud	Claude McGaughey III	Dam a lightly raced maiden. Won on his latest outing when 11-20fav at Saratoga over 5f last month, beating One Vision by 2 1/4l. Fellow last-time-out winners appeal more.
(12) Lazio	2	Antonio Gallardo	Mary Lightner	Dam won three times at 6f and 1m. Won on his latest outing when 3-5fav at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month, beating Warheart by 2 3/4l. Hitting the frame may be his best hope.

GOVERNOR SAM arrives on the back of completing a double in a valuables stakes event at Monmouth and a hat-trick could be on the horizon. Dangers are aplenty, spearheaded by Out On Bail and Curahee.

Race 8: 21:20 Colonial Downs Race 7 - Kitten's Joy Stakes

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
4th (9) Trevaggio	2	Isaiah Wiseman	Danny Pish	Half-brother to Shinkansen, won at 6f. A winner at 9-2 at Lone Star Park over 7f (good) on his latest outing in July, beating Game Runner by 2 1/4l. Ran on well that day and bred to be a player even at this level.
2nd (1) Aristotle	2	Antonio Gallardo	Mark Casse	Half-brother to Crewman, won four times between 6f and 1m including a Group 3 race. Finished second but awarded race at Gulfstream over 7f, when 6-4fav (good) in July, beating Moneylove by 2 1/4l. More to do in this better company.
3rd (2) Thrilla	2	Ben Curtis	J Desormeaux	Dam unraced. Won on his latest outing when evens fav at Colonial Downs over 1m last month, beating Fly Commander by 18l. Impressive and it will be interesting to see if she takes to the turf.
1st (3) Siesta Key	2	Manuel Franco	B Cox	Full brother to Beach Holiday, won three times between 6f and 1m. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 7f last month, beating The Count Is On by 1l. More needed but open to any amount of improvement.
(4) Not My First Rodeo	2	Forest Boyce	Timothy Salzman	A winner at 16-1 at Delaware Park over 7f (firm) on his latest outing in July, beating Liam's The Great by 7l. An interesting alternative to the more obvious here.
(5) Sackett	2	Edgar Morales	Jason McCutchen	A winner at 2-1 at Colonial Downs over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Freddy Boy. More to do to get involved.
(7) Just For The Money	2	Ismerio Villalobos	Cesar Nambo	A winner at 5-1 at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Chado by 1l. Improving slowly but others appeal more.
(8) Just A Fair Shake	2	Jevian Toledo	Daniel McKenzie	Dam won at 1m. A winner at 5-1 at Laurel Park over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Lou's Birthday by 2 1/2l. More to do now but very much an unknown quantity.
(10) Good Directions	2	Israel Rodriguez	Kevin Rice	A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Showcase at 28-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 6f last month. Lengths to find to get to the front where it matters.
(11) Ready For Peace	2	Horacio Karamanos	Ignacio Correas	Half-brother to Joevia, won three times between 5f and 1m. Won on his latest outing when 16-10fav at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month, beating Meistersinger by 2 3/4l. His stable are on fire making him an obvious selection for the shortlist.

A really high-class field with nine of the runners winning last time out, including THRILLA, who strolled home by 18 lengths when stepped up to a mile. Any further improvement may see him get the better of the Brad Cox-trained Siesta Key, who won his only start in early August. Ready For Peace and Trevaggio are others to consider.

Race 9: 21:55 Colonial Downs Race 8 - Da Hoss Stakes

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
3rd (6) Maya Prince	5	Horacio Karamanos	Michael Trombetta	Winner of five races at 5f on good ground. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month, beating S S Sinatra by 2 1/2l. In-form option but this looks a deeper contest.
4th (2) Sweet Cherry Pie	4	Gavin Ashton	George Arnold	He has won three times from 5f to 6f on firm ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 12-5 at Gulfstream over 6f on his latest outing in March, beating Collaborate by 1 1/2l. Likely to find more this season and one to consider.
2nd (8) Nothing Better	7	Jorge Ruiz	Jorge Duarte	Has won 11 races from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a short head by Smithwick's Spice when second of 6 at 4-5fav on his latest outing at Monmouth Park over 5f (good) last month. Perfectly capable at this level and a big run seems on the cards.
1st (5) Isivunguvungu	6	Manuel Franco	H Motion	Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Thunderstruck when second of 9 at 13-8fav on his latest outing at Kenilworth over 5f (good) in January. Having his first run for a new stable today and a top South African sprinter who could be anything.
(1) Carotari	8	Edgar Morales	Brian Lynch	Has won ten races at 5f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 12l behind Grooms All Bizness at 11-2 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Pimlico over 5f (soft) in May. Plenty to find to win this.
(3) Bear River	3	James Graham	J Desormeaux	He has won three times at 5f on firm and good ground. Finished 3l behind Dream Shake when sixth of 10 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Not ruled out.
(4) Mister Mmmmm	6	Mychel Sanchez	Joe Sharp	Winner of seven races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Big Invasion at 28-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 5f (good) earlier this month. Held on that form and others are preferred.
(7) Run Carson	3	Jevian Toledo	Kelsey Danner	Successful twice at 5f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Fandom when second of 9 at 35-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 5f (good) last month. Held by Bear River on May and June form.
(9) Dream Shake	6	Ben Curtis	Michael Stidham	Winner of five races from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 8-1 at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Witty by 3/4l. Grade 2 winner who is impossible to ignore.
(10) Alexis Zorba	4	Paco Lopez	Michael Maker	A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten behind Spirit's Mischief at 7-1 when eighth of 13 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 5f earlier this month. Decent sort but this is a step up in grade.
(11) Chiseler	4	Joseph Rocco Jr	Genevieve Londono	Successful twice at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Hedwig when sixth of 11 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 5f (good) last month. Others arrive with far better recent form to their name.
(12) Cruzin Man	4	Antonio Gallardo	Rohan Crichton	He has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Dream Shake at 35-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Seemingly outclassed.
(13) Determined Kingdom	5	Victor Carrasco	Phil Schoenthal	Has won nine races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 6-5fav at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month, beating Whenigettoheaven by 3/4l. Traffic issues that day and a clear run could see him go mighty close.
(14) That's Right	5	Sheldon Russell	Brittany Russell	Winner of five races at 5f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Alogon when second of 6 at 33-10 on his latest outing at Philadelphia Park over 5f (good) last month. No slouch in his own right but this still looks a huge ask.

Dream Shake was ahead of Determined Kingdom last time out but it could be a lot closer between them now, though a chance is taken on ISIVUNGUVUNGU, who makes his US debut for his new trainer. The best sprinter in South Africa, it will be interesting to see if he can do the same here.

Race 10: 22:40 Colonial Downs Race 9 - Virginia Oaks

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
4th (6) Awesome Czech	3	Jevian Toledo	Horacio De	She has won three times at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 19-5 at Saratoga over 1m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Brocknardini by 2 3/4l. A hat-trick looks unlikely at this higher level.
5th (13) Belle Of Rights	3	Forest Boyce	Claude McGaughey III	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten by Whiskey Decision when second of 10 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Delaware Park over 1m 1f in July. Likeable and not dismissed.
3rd (3) Pendulum	3	Jorge Ruiz	Brendan Walsh	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. A winner at 5-2 at Ellis Park over 1m (good) on her latest outing in July, beating Big Trouble by 1l. Each-way player.
1st (1) Style Points	3	Manuel Franco	Christophe Clement	Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Whiskey Decision beaten at 6-1 on her latest outing at Delaware Park over 1m 1f in July. Work to do.
1st (7) Deep Satin	3	Mychel Sanchez	Cherie Devaux	Won on her latest outing when 5-6jt-fav at Saratoga over 1m (good) in July, beating Strife by 3l. Further progress wouldn't be a surprise.
(2) Aspen Dawn	3	Antonio Gallardo	Mark Casse	A winner at 33-10 at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating dead-heaters Tales To Tell and Akayla by 1/2l. This demands more.
(4) Oncourtcommentator	3	Sheldon Russell	Brittany Russell	Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Won on her latest outing when 7-5fav at Laurel Park over 1m 1f last month, beating Major Houlihan. Another step forward is needed.
(5) Distorted D'Oro	3	Ben Curtis	Michael Stidham	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Third of 4 behind Roanan Goddess beaten 7l at 11-2 on her latest outing at Laurel Park over 1m last month. Others appeal more.
(8) Brocknardini	3	Joseph Rocco Jr	George Weaver	Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l by Awesome Czech when second of 8 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Saratoga over 1m (good) last month. Opposable.
(9) She's Fire	3	Israel Rodriguez	Kevin Rice	She has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Waves Of Mischief at 33-1 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing in the Grade 3 Pucker Up Stakes at Ellis Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. She needs to find improvement to figure.
(10) Smooth Waves	3	James Graham	Gregory Foley	A winner at 1m on good ground. Third of 8 behind Pharoah's Wine beaten 3l at 17-4 on her latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) in July. Dangerous to rule out.
(11) Kalispera	3	Edgar Morales	Brian Lynch	A winner at 1m. Third of 9 behind Waves Of Mischief beaten 1 1/4l at 17-2 on her latest outing in the Grade 3 Pucker Up Stakes at Ellis Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. Leading claims.
(12) Call Another Play	3	Paco Lopez	Michael Trombetta	She has won four times from 6f to 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 6l by Roanan Goddess when second of 4 at 13-10fav on her latest outing at Laurel Park over 1m last month. She must prove her effectiveness on turf.

KALISPERA sets a decent standard on last month's Grade 3 third at Ellis Park and she is preferred to progressive rivals Oncourtcommentator and Deep Satin.

Race 11: 23:15 Colonial Downs Race 10 - New Kent County Virginia Derby - Grade 3

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
4th (9) Echo Lane	3	Antonio Gallardo	Rohan Crichton	He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 13-2 at Colonial Downs over 1m 1f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Possiblemente by a head. Back to form that day but this is way more demanding.
3rd (7) Desvio	3	Ben Curtis	Madison Meyers	He has won three times from 1m to 1m 3f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 9-1 at Delaware Park over 1m 3f (good) on his latest outing in July, beating Nomos by 3/4l. Lots to like and could be difficult to overhaul with his bid to complete a hat-trick.
2nd (2) Grand Mo The First	3	Paco Lopez	Victor Barboza	He has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 3-5fav at Gulfstream over 1m (good) last month, beating Brawn by a neck. A strong contender.
1st (3) Deterministic	3	Manuel Franco	Christophe Clement	Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Carson's Run beaten 1 1/2l at 13-5 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Saratoga Derby Invitational Stakes at Saratoga over 1m 1f (good) last month. A big run is expected.
(1) Herchee	3	Edgar Morales	Helen Pitts	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. A winner at 14-5 at Ellis Park over 1m (good) on his latest outing in July, beating Katheeb by 3/4l. Yet to taste defeat but this is by far his stiffest test to date.
(4) Izzy D'Oro	3	David Cohen	Blake Kelly	Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 9l behind Carson's Run when fifth of 6 at 15-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Saratoga Derby Invitational Stakes at Saratoga over 1m 1f (good) last month. Faced a stiff test that day and should do better at this level.
(5) Frontline Warrior	3	Vincent Cheminaud	Claude McGaughey III	A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 2l behind Desvio when fifth of 11 at 15-1 on his latest outing at Delaware Park over 1m 3f (good) in July. Others appeal more.
(6) In A Jam	3	Mychel Sanchez	Mark Casse	He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Third of 6 behind Trikari beaten 6l at 16-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 2 Secretariat Stakes at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. That was a better effort and he is dangerous to ignore.
(8) Massif	3	Sheldon Russell	Brittany Russell	Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Bodecream at 17-10fav when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Worth a betting check.
(10) Oscar's World	3	Martin Garcia	Brian Lynch	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cameo Performance when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m 1f (good) last month. The betting will be a good guide here.
(11) Fulmineo	3	Victor Carrasco	Arnaud Delacour	He has won three times at 1m on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 13l behind Carson's Run when last of 6 at 10-1 on his latest outing in the Grade 1 Saratoga Derby Invitational Stakes at Saratoga over 1m 1f (good) last month. Another class-dropper who would be dangerous to rule out.
(12) Zverev	3	Jorge Ruiz	Cherie Devaux	Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Neat when sixth of 8 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m (good) last month. Might find this is a step too far at this stage.

DETERMINISTIC faced a deeper test when third of six in the Saratoga Derby last time out and can strike back at this level. Fulmineo and Grand Mo The First are two other solid contenders to bear in mind.

Race 12: 23:52 Colonial Downs Race 11 - Maiden Special Weight

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
(1) Dona Illusion	3	Horacio Karamanos	Ignacio Correas	Dam unraced. Best just watched on her debut run.
(2) Uncaptured Dove	4	Jevian Toledo	Michelle Hemingway	Placed once in seven starts. Third of 7 behind Charlottes Road beaten 1 1/4l at 9-4 on her latest outing at Gulfstream over 5f (good) in May. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Todd Pletcher. Needs to be on the shortlist.
(3) Morning Miracle	3	Tyler Conner	Jordan Blair	Placed in four of six starts. Beaten 4l by Charlottesapproval when second of 8 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Holds the most solid claims.
(4) Tales To Tell	3	Ben Curtis	Michael Stidham	Placed in all three of her starts. Beaten 1 1/2l by Aspen Dawn when dead-heated for second of 12 at 11-5fav on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Well worth considering.
(5) City Minute	3	Victor Carrasco	Mark Salvaggio	Half-sister to Fulminate, won five times at 5f. Beaten 6l by Wise Miss when second of 7 at 17-10fav on her racecourse debut at Delaware Park over 5f last month. Going the right way and is another to monitor in the betting.
(6) Beautiful Mischief	3	Forest Boyce	Susan Cooney	Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 12l behind Aspen Dawn at 70-1 when 11th of 12 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Might be best just watched.
(7) Enriched	3	Mario Fuentes	J Huffman	Unplaced in both starts. Finished 7l behind Charlottesapproval when fifth of 8 at 40-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Hard to fancy.
(8) Hail No	3	Antonio Gallardo	Curtis Payne	Placed once in two starts. Beaten 6l by Strutsherstuff when second of 8 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Another who has races within her to bear in mind.
(9) High Shot	3	Gavin Ashton	Mark Simms	Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2 1/4l behind Wellareyouhappynow at 14-1 when eighth of 12 on her latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) in October last year. Might need this after a lengthy break.

MORNING MIRACLE has been knocking on the door of late and is readily suggested as the one to be with here. Uncaptured Dove and Tales To Tell are the dangers.

Race 13: 00:20 +1d Colonial Downs Race 12 - Allowance Optional Claiming

Info	OR	Days since last run	Age	Jockey
(1) Sky Victory	3	Sheldon Russell	Brittany Russell	A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Momma's Lino beaten at 6-4fav on her latest outing at Laurel Park over 1m (good) in July. Could land a blow.
(2) Turf Rocket	3	Mychel Sanchez	Michael Trombetta	A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 3/4l behind Big Brass Bed when fourth of eight at 15-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Hard to fancy.
(3) More Than Glory	4	Horacio Karamanos	Ii James Lawrence,	Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Yatta at 19-2 when last of seven on her latest outing at Laurel Park over 1m (good) in July. Yet to show enough to be worthy of serious consideration.
(4) Double Fireball	6	Johan Rosado	Anthony Aguirre	She has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 7l behind Malibu Beauty when fourth of six at 25-1 on her latest outing at Delaware Park over 7f (firm) in July. The percentage call is to oppose.
(5) Mrs. Astor	4	Manuel Franco	Jonathan Thomas	A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 2l by Eternal Silence when second of eight at 9-2 on her latest outing at Belmont At The Big A over 1m 1f (good) in July. Warrants serious consideration.
(6) Miss Delicious	6	Jorge Ruiz	Steve Klesaris	She has won four times at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Third of eight behind Ghostly Gal beaten 2 3/4l at 11-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Having her first run for a new stable today. Do not dismiss.
(7) Sleepwalker	3	Antonio Gallardo	Mark Casse	A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Big Brass Bed when second of eight at 19-2 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. Others are preferred.
(8) Lullaby Land	6	Paco Lopez	Jack Abrams	Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Corinna beaten at 8-1 on her latest outing at Philadelphia Park over 1m last month. Likely to figure.
(9) Malawnia	4	Tyler Conner	Michael Tomlinson	A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten a neck by Dreaming Of Abba when second of seven at 6-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) last month. A watching brief advised.
(10) Atmidnight	3	Joseph Rocco Jr	Michael Campbell	She has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 33-10 at Colonial Downs over 1m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Solving Progress by 1 1/4l. Having her first run for a new stable today, previously with Niall Saville. Can go in again.
(11) St. Susan	3	Ben Curtis	Christophe Clement	A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Share The Blessing when fifth of 11 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Colonial Downs over 5f (good) last month. Unlikely to figure.

ATMIDNIGHT has been in excellent form of late and a third win in four starts could be in the offing for the daughter of Kantharos. Her chief threats look to be Lullaby Land and Mrs. Astor.