The BEST BET o’ the Day is in Race 8 — # 3 BE PUNCTUAL (5-1) Drops from 20k after finishing 3 1/4 lengths back in last, down to 8k for trainer Bob Hess. Broke his maiden here last year at this distance. He will be on or near the lead, which is a good place to be in this race. Jockey Kyle Frey rides him back and was aboard his last win.
THE BET —– WIN / SHOW FLAT BET and use in SHOW PARLAY and Pick 3 and 5
Race 2 — # 5 BEEF WINSLOW (3-1) Drops back to win level and moves back to a mile. Has been in the money the last 8 races. The BEEF figures to be in the “CATBIRD” seat turning home. Italy’s Jockey De Muro takes over in the saddle and he can ride on the turf. Bullet work since raced.
THE BET —– WIN / SHOW FLAT BET and use in SHOW PARLAY and Pick 3 and 5.