Bet this race at Diamond SportsTop pick: #8 (CHALKY) (5-2) - Irish import rallied to finish 5th of 12, beaten two lengths while going a mile at this level Nov. 23 at Del Mar. It was her No. American debut, and she had a very troubled break. Competitive in all three starts when racing in England last summer, she's working steadily, has blinkers on, and is cutting back in distance. Lots of things to like.
2nd pick: #7 (Delectable) (6-1) - Mare raced evenly here at this level and distance Jan. 15. It was her first since Nov. 23, and she's worked three times since. Home bred by 'Uncle Mo' can factor at a big price with a slight move forward.
3rd pick: #5 (Beauty Divine) (8-1) - Lightly raced 4yo by 'City Zip' forced a quick pace before weakening to lose by almost eight lengths racing here at this level and distance Jan. 15. Only her second career outing, it was her first in a year, and this $110K purchase should improve as she makes back-to-back starts for the first time.
4th pick: #3 (Meal Ticket) (7-2) - Nicely bred filly finished 2nd here at this level and distance Jan. 15. She was almost four lengths in front of 'Beauty Divine,' but managed the place spot by passing tired horses. Can factor, but her price will be short.