Steve Matthews' Belmont at The Big A selections for Sunday, Oct. 23
Best Bet: TWO MANY TWIZZLERS (6); Best Value: YOUENS (2)
FIRST: American Hustle logged fast final fraction when third in last; more to come. Bat Flip was bested by a repeat winner when second last out; dangerous. Fightertown is training with a purpose for first turf start; very interesting.
SECOND: Youens gets class relief after being compromised by slow fractions in Pimlico stakes last time; nice fit with the locals. Ever Summer was a confident maiden winner at Delaware last out; dangerous. Roubique Rhombique was compromised by wide trip in most recent; price will be tempting.
THIRD: Risk Free fired half-mile bullet since failing to deliver on sloppy surface in last; dry land is key. La Grotte was freshened after speed and fade in debut; improvement expected. Kayleigh's Pride displays fast drills for debut; stay tuned to the tote.
FOURTH: Noble Conquest has won two in a row at the Big M; ready for prime time. Monarch's Glen packs potent kick on best efforts; worth long look. Front Man was a non-stressful third in last; don't ignore.
FIFTH: Cupid's Heart has trained strongly since top-figured score last month; takes another. Captainsdaughter exits hard-charging win in last; intriguing. Happy Sophia, another last-race winner, could fall through the cracks in the wagering.
SIXTH: Too Many Twizzlers passed nine rivals from the quarter pole to the wire to win last at Kentucky Downs; pairs up. Run Curtis Run owns postional speed and could be placed in the stalker's seat; very dangerous. Outlaw Kid is riding a two-race winning streak; right in the thick of this.
SEVENTH: Motion to Strike is working swiftly and projects as the main speed with seven-pound bug aloft. Mr Breadwinner also is fleet-footed and should pack enhanced kick at 7 furlongs. Masked Marauder could be in the garden spot if pace meltdown ensues.
EIGHTH: Doc Doc Rock logged three tight works for first start since July; primed. Lisa's Vision was a sharp second in last; logical contender. Royal Dancer was a front-end maiden winner last out; must be factored into the mix.
NINTH: Amanda's Folly should pack intensified late wallop with turnback to 7 furlongs. Ma Mi Jo Dreams owns speed and drops; worth long look. Bring the Magic drops into maiden claimer after failing to threaten in debut; don't ignore. Maggie T could wake-up at juicy ticket with switch to sod.
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