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CHURCHILL DOWNS Race #4

May 1, 2019
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Premium Pick

Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #3 (GO NAVY GO) (7-2) - He moves back to the turf after tiring last out following a troubled break going a mile facing $50K on the Keeneland dirt April 17. It was his first race in two months and he's back on the grass which he clearly prefers. I give him a slight edge.

2nd pick: #4 (Zambian) (3-1) - Freshened up since Feb. 17, veteran rallied to win by a 1/2 length going 8 1/2 furlongs at Gulfstream for a $30K price tag that afternoon. He's won twice here in the past, has beaten tougher during his career, and is a win candidate.

3rd pick: #5 (War Bond) (6-1) - The main speed, he's moving up in price after missing by a 'nose' for a $17,500 claiming tag at the Fair Grounds March 14. He has positive experience at this 9 furlong distance and is a threat at a square price.

4th pick: #2 (Bondurant) (5-2) - The morning line favorite, he ships from Gulfstream where he raced evenly in a pair facing tougher. One-run type has the rail, drops down, and enters off a solid half-mile local work April 26. In the mix.

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