Expert Analysis: A starter optional claiming sprint to open the card. Class and recent form are key.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 6. All Jokes Aside
All Jokes Aside finished fourth last start at Thistledown on a soft track and has placed in two of four starts when sent out as a favorite. That consistency is valuable in this class. He handles the 1006m trip well and looks ready to fire. Commands respect as the horse to beat.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 3. Pallino
Pallino has three placings from five runs this preparation and has placed in two of three starts as a favorite. He is a reliable type who rarely runs a bad race. The 1006m trip suits his sharp early speed. In the mix for top honors.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 4. Button Box
Button Box returns after a 37-week spell but has very strong form at Mountaineer. Fresh horses from this barn often perform well, and his course record is impressive. The long break is a concern, but his talent is undeniable. Dangerous at a price.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 6, 3, 4 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 74%

Expert Analysis: A claiming race over the extended mile. Several horses step up in distance.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 9. Clearly Inish
Clearly Inish came on strongly to win last start, breaking her maiden at Mountaineer. She faces her first try at this 1509m distance, but her pedigree suggests she will handle it. The confidence from that victory is a major positive. Has solid claims to follow up.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 7. Stella E Veloce
Stella E Veloce has four placings from eleven runs this preparation and comes from a strong camp. Her last-start run can be forgiven, as she was in a tougher race. The drop to claiming company is a positive. Looks threatening at a price.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 8. Quince
Quince finished fourth last start at Mountaineer and should strip fitter for that outing. He has been racing consistently at this level and the 1509m trip suits his running style. Place only but can hit the board.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 9, 7, 8 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 70%

Expert Analysis: Another starter optional claiming sprint. Several in-form fillies line up.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 1. Miss Fussy Pants
Miss Fussy Pants finished strongly to win last start at Mountaineer and is in strong form with three wins from nine attempts this campaign. Her recent form is exceptional, and she draws the inside rail. Rates a long way in front of her rivals.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 9. Beautiful Crazy
Beautiful Crazy has won at Gulfstream and placed twice this preparation. She placed last start at Charles Town and is trained by Michael E. Jones, Jr, who excels with sprint fillies. The 1006m trip suits her sharp speed. Each-way claims are strong.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 4. Little Bit Of That
Little Bit Of That is in strong form with four wins from eleven attempts this campaign and has very strong form at Mountaineer. She is a course specialist who knows how to win here. The 1006m trip is ideal. Don’t treat lightly.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 1, 9, 4 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 78%

Expert Analysis: A claiming race over 1509m. Several horses drop from metro tracks.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 10. Royal Salute
Royal Salute finished eight lengths off the winner last start at Gulfstream and now drops back to non-metro company. That class relief is significant. He has been racing against stronger fields, and his best efforts are good enough for this level. A winning chance who commands respect.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 6. Mr Business
Mr Business returns from a freshen-up and won at Tampa Bay Downs earlier this preparation. He has proven ability on dirt and the 1509m trip suits his stamina profile. The break would have refreshed him. The real danger in the race.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 7. State Of Attack
State Of Attack was a winner at first outing this preparation and finished fourth last start at Mountaineer. He has been racing consistently and the 1509m trip is right in his wheelhouse. Cannot be ruled out for a top-three finish.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 10, 6, 7 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 72%

Expert Analysis: An allowance sprint. Several last-start winners from Charles Town line up.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 2. My Brothers Angel
My Brothers Angel is a winner of his last two starts at Charles Town and is trained by Anthony Farrior, who has an exceptional record with sprinters. He is in career-best form and the 1006m trip suits his sharp speed. Hard to go past in this allowance contest.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 1. Union Branch
Union Branch was narrowly beaten at long odds last start at Mountaineer when resuming. The John R-trained runner should improve significantly second-up. The inside draw is a massive advantage over 1006m. Outside hope but has ability.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 5. Dancing King
Dancing King returns after a 28-week break and comes from a good stable. He has shown ability in previous preparations and the freshen-up would have done him good. For the wider exotics at a price.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 2, 1, 5 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 80%

Expert Analysis: A maiden claiming race. Several horses have been knocking on the door.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 1. Princess Azara
Princess Azara just missed as a favorite last start at Mountaineer and has four placings from seven runs this preparation. She is a consistent type who deserves to break through. The inside draw is a major advantage over 1207m. A winning chance who commands respect.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 4. Sperry Chalet
Sperry Chalet has two placings from eight runs this preparation and finished midfield last start at Charles Town. She has been racing against similar company and handles the 1207m trip well. Consider in exotics as a value play.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 6. Sagcy
Sagcy finished midfield last start at Mountaineer and is trained by Juan Carlos Gotera. He has shown ability in previous starts and the step up to 1207m could suit. For the wider exotics at a price.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 1, 4, 6 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 78%

Expert Analysis: Another maiden claiming race. First-starters and fresh horses dominate.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 6. Firestorm Dancer
Firestorm Dancer is first-up after an 11-week break and comes from a strong camp. He has shown ability in morning trials and the freshen-up would have done him good. The 1207m trip suits his running style. A close top selection.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 4. Semper Anticus
Semper Anticus was in the money last start, finishing second at Mountaineer when first up. That strong performance proves he is ready to fire. He comes from a strong camp and the 1207m trip is ideal. Outside hope but has ability.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 3. Souper Justified
Souper Justified finished 26 lengths off the winner last start at Mountaineer when first up, but that run can be forgiven. He comes from a strong camp and should improve significantly. Include in exotics at a price.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 6, 4, 3 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 74%

Expert Analysis: A ratings handicap sprint. Class and recent winning form are the best guides.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 1. Stormy Hollow
Stormy Hollow returns from a freshen-up and was a last-start winner at Mountaineer when fresh. He has proven ability on this track and the 1106m trip suits his running style. The inside draw is a massive advantage. Major contender who looks very hard to beat.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 3. Breezer
Breezer comes off a win at Mountaineer and has two wins from six attempts this campaign. He is in strong form and the 1106m trip suits his sharp speed. For the wider exotics but can win.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 4. Out Of Cents
Out Of Cents has multiple wins at Mountaineer and should strip fitter for past attempts. He is a course specialist who knows how to win here. The 1106m trip is ideal. Consider in exotics as a value play.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 1, 3, 4 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 76%

Expert Analysis: The final race on the card, a claiming sprint. Several track specialists line up.

🥇 TOP CONTENDER 4. Shiva
Shiva returns from a freshen-up and has won four times at Mountaineer before. The Claudie Marshall Godsey, Jr-trained runner is a course specialist who thrives at this track. The 1207m trip suits his running style perfectly. Big chance to close the card with a win.

🥈 MAIN CHALLENGER 3. Bailamos
Bailamos returns after a 31-week spell and finished 19 lengths off the winner last start at Mahoning Valley, but that run can be forgiven. He has shown ability in previous preparations and the freshen-up would have done him good. Dangerous at a price.

🥉 VALUE PROSPECT 1. Canavall
Canavall is on a seven-day backup and draws the inside rail. The quick turnaround suggests he is healthy and fit. The 1207m trip suits his running style. Each-way claims at a fair price.

Strategic Picks (Top 3): 4, 3, 1 | Win Probability for Top Pick: 78%