Would you like to watch a horse run tonight who may someday become a member of the Veterans of the Turf Club? If so, take a look at the Frank E. Kilroe Mile Handicap (gr. I) at Santa Anita Park!
The morning line favorite is Caracortado, a four year old gelding by Cat Dreams. He won his first five starts, including a brilliant victory in the 2010 Robert B. Lewis Stakes (gr. II) on February 13th. However, a variety of problems and bad luck kept him from winning again until November 11th. Tried on turf for the first time that day in a six furlong allowance optional claiming race, he rallied from off the pace to win decisively in 1:07.79. He then ran a strong third in the grade I seven furlong Malibu Stakes on dirt, finishing a few lengths behind Twirling Candy, who broke the track record. It was indeed a very good performance.
However, Caracortado's best race came last time out, when he wore down grade I winner The Usual Q. T. to win the Sunshine Millions Turf, winning the race in 1:46.75. It is apparent that as good as he is on synthetics and dirt, he is even better on turf.
So be sure to watch the Frank E. Kilroe Mile tonight. Who knows? If Caracortado sticks around until 2013, he may end up becoming a member of our club!
-Keelerman
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ReplyDeleteCaracortado ran a very game second in the Frank E. Kilroe Mile tonight.
http://triplecrowncountdown.blogspot.com/2011/03/fluke-wins-frank-e-kilroe-mile.html
-Keelerman