LES ONAKA HANDICAPPERS RACING REPORT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2017 R E P O R T S U M M A R Y Always Check Program Numbers. RACE 1 st PICK 2 nd PICK 3 rd PICK 1 (2) RENEGADE RUN (4) SHE HUMS (5) SHARPEST ONE 2 (2) ZEPPO (5) SECRETARY GENERAL (8) SILVER EPONA 3 (6) C J TERROR (3) SEATOSHININGSEA (2) PUT IT THERE 4 (6) ASK THE EAGLE (4) FROSTYS SIS (1) RACE LYN 5 (6) TWISTED SIFTER (3) FAVORITE BYE (5) DASH MICHAEL DASH 6 (1) OPULENCE (5) FIX YUR EYES ON ME (2) A POWER BALL 7 (3) GIVE ME SUM SUGAR (1) ALL RIGHT NOW (5) FAVORITE KISS 8 (1) CHOWCHILLA CHICKADEE (3) JESSSTACARTEL (2) PERFECT AZ CAN BE 9 (8) FREE SWINGER (7) I WONT GIVE UP (1) CHECK UP BEST BETS OF THE EVENING: PRICE PLAY (Longshot): TWISTED SIFTER ASK THE EAGLE 5TH RACE 4TH RACE Abbreviations: (Q) Qualifier/Workout (BTL) Better Than Looked Note: Horses are listed in order of preference. Disclaimer: All data provided is generally accurate, but occasionally errors and omissions occur. Accelerated Technical disclaims responsibility for the consequences, if any, of such errors. Copyright: Republication or re dissemination of the contents of the Los Alamitos Handicapping Report is expressly prohibited without the written consent of Accelerated Technical. Use (including viewing) of the material contained herein constitutes acceptance of these terms. Copyright 2017 Accelerated Technical, Ltd All Rights Reserved
RACE 1 (2) RENEGADE RUN (4) SHE HUMS (5) SHARPEST ONE LES ONAKA'S EARLY PICK 4 SMALL TICKET 1st race (2,4) 2nd race (2,5,6) 3rd race (3,6) 4th race (1,4,6,7) TOTAL $ 48.00 LARGE TICKET 1st race (2,4,5) 2nd race (2,5,6) 3rd race (2,3,6) 4th race (1,4,6,7) TOTAL $ 108.00 (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) RENEGADE RUN broke well, dueled 3 wide (part of a 4 horse speed duel) mid backside, dropped back 4 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.06 opening quarter), 5 lengths entering the stretch, finished out clearly 2nd best (6.45 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 8 lengths), 11 lengths near the far turn (21.73 opening quarter), finished out with good energy (6.66 final 1/16) vs. tougher rivals. She carries options (can gun or sit behind SHARPEST ONE to the opening quarter. SHE HUMS broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 5 lengths), 6 lengths near the far turn (21.73 opening quarter), saved ground, finished well (6.66 final 1/16) vs. 5th place finisher RENEGADE RUN. She figures right in the hunt. ************************************************************************************** SHARPEST ONE broke well, dueled 2 wide (part of the 4 horse speed duel) mid backside, dropped back 4 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.06 opening quarter), 3 wide entering the stretch, traveled evenly down the lane (6.45 final 1/16). Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 5 lengths), 7 length around the far turn, traveled evenly down the lane. SMART SUZZET broke out (2 lanes) shortly after the start, chased the lone speed runner mid backside ( 7 lengths), lacked a rally turning for home. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 7 lengths), dropped back 12 lengths near the far turn (21.51 opening quarter), traveled evenly down the lane (exiting giant final clocking) at 4 furlongs. She improves her post!! LADY DELANEY broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 5 lengths), 7 lengths near the far turn (21.73 opening quarter), lacked a rally turning for home vs. SHE HUMS. Prior effort she broke well, chased the lone speed runner mid backside ( 5 lengths), lagged 8 lengths mid final turn, lacked the needed response down the lane. PAPA'S LADY bumped at the start, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 6 lengths), 8 lengths near the far turn (22.23 opening quarter), lacked a rally turning for home vs. SHE HUMS. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
RACE 2 (2) ZEPPO (5) SECETRARY GENERAL (6) SILVER EPONA ZEPPO broke well, accelerated nicely early, dueled between rivals mid backside, dropped back 2 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.78 opening quarter), raced 3 4 lanes wide mid final turn, gamely kept to his task and finished out CLEARLY 2ND BEST! FRESH THOROUGHBRED RETURNS WITH A SERIES OF VERY GOOD WORKS (most recent works at 5 furlongs gives him speed and stamina in his corner! SECRETARY GENERAL broke 1 length slow, dueled between rivals mid backside, dueled inside the eventual winner near the far turn (22.90 opening quarter), dropped back 2 lengths as the pace quickened entering the stretch, battled back at midstretch, finished out clearly 2nd best at 870 yards. SILVER EPONA filly by Calimonco sports a series of good works under J Nunez. The "X" factor of the field! A toteboard check is advised. ****** RECROWN broke well, dueled outside one rival near the far turn (22.59 opening quarter), dropped back 1 length as the pace quickened mid final turn, drifted out 4 wide entering the stretch, tired understandably at midstretch at 870 yards. Prior effort she broke well, cleared (+1 length) mid backside, controlled the 22.64 opening quarter, +3 length advantage mid final turn, lacked the needed response in deep stretch (tough loss). Watch out if she can repeat that kind of performance. SCENE ENUF broke well, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 5 lengths), 5 lengths near the far turn (22.57 opening quarter), lagged 9 lengths mid final turn, kept to his task to the end in his comeback. THEVEERYTHOTOFYOU pushed out (losing path) shortly after the start, losing 2 lengths, lagged 10 lengths mid backside (chasing the lone speed runner) mid backside, 12 lengths near the far turn (22.14 opening quarter), lacked a rally down the lane. Prior effort she broke well, chased the 3 horse speed duel mid backside ( 5 lengths), 7 lengths near the far turn, 4 5 lanes entering the stretch, lacked a rally down the lane. ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))) RACE 3 (6) C J TERROR (3) SEATOSHINGSEA (2) PUT IT THERE C J TERROR BROKE 4 LENGTHS SLOW, chased the lone speed winner mid backside ( 9 lengths), 7 lengths around the far turn (3 wide), 4 5 lanes wide entering the stretch, rallied too late (improving his position) at 4 furlongs. Prior effort he broke well, dueled 2 wide (part of the 4 horse speed duel) mid backside, dropped back 3 lengths as the pace quickened near the far turn (22.65 opening quarter), gamely kept to his task to the end (holding 2nd) at 4 furlongs. Versatile performer carries enough speed to gain a good tracking position to the far turn. SEATOSHININGSEA broke out at the start, dueled inside the eventual winner mid backside, raced in tight quarters near the far turn (22.56 opening quarter), dropped back 3 lengths mid final turn, all out to hold 3rd late (rapid 22.79 final 1/4). Class dropper appears the lone speed of the field!! **********************************
PUT IT THERE broke fastest (couldn't clear over to the rail), chased the dueling pair mid backside ( 4 lengths), 4 lengths near the far turn (21.84 opening quarter), fanned 4 wide entering the stretch, gamely kept to his task (finished out clearly 4th best) thru the 6.42 final 1/16. He improves his post! MILITANT broke well, chased the 4 horse speed duel mid backside ( 4 lengths), dropped back 7 lengths near the far turn (22.65 opening quarter), drifted out 4 5 lanes wide mid final turn, lacked a rally down the lane vs. tougher rivals. Prior effort he was caught in tight quarters (shuffled back) early, dropped back 14 lengths mid backside (chasing the 3 horse speed duel, 12 lengths around the far turn, traveled evenly down the lane (23.62 final 1/4). LUCKY COTTON broke in at the start, losing 3 lengths, chased the lone speed mid backside ( 10 lengths), raced in tight quarters (losing action) to the far turn, finished out with good energy after losing his best chance. Prior effort he broke well, chased the 3 horse speed duel mid backside ( 3 lengths), 5 lengths around the far turn (3 4 lanes wide), traveled evenly down the lane. TORRE ITALIANA is void of speed. ((((((((((((((()))))))))))))))))) RACE 4 (6) ASK THE EAGLE (4) FROSTYS SIS (1) RACE LYN ASK THE EAGLE FRACIOUS in gate, pinballed at the start, bumped repeatedly to the gap, LUGGED OUT BADLY past the gap, never leveled vs. TOUGHER RIVALS. Prior effort she broke off balance at the start, DUCKED OUT TO THE OUTSIDE FENCE (toss it out). Filly posted a solid rating (15.90) 3 back and is capable of tons better. ADDS THE FLIPPING HALTER FOR THE 1ST TIME. LOOKS TOUGH IF HE MAINTAINS A STRAIGHT COURSE! FROSTYS SIS (15.85) broke 1 1/2 length slow, drifted in (2 3 lanes) to the gap, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, leveled midway, finished out with good energy (9.91 final 1/8). Prior effort (15.61) she broke in, bumped at the start, losing 1 length, drifted out (2 lanes) early, 2 lengths past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (should have been closer) thru the 9.93 final 1/8. She holds the highest ratings based on adjusted clocking (15.61) 2 back. RACE LYN (15.67) bumped at the start, losing 1/2 length, drifted out past the gap ( 3/4 length), gained the advantage past the 1/16 pole, just missed (tough loss) thru the 9.95 final 1/8. Prior effort (15.79) she broke off balance at the start, losing 1/2 length, raced 1 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (10.01 final 1/8). She is getting closer to victory. SM BIG DADDY (Q) 11/11 worked solo (12.8) broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, hand shoved for speed, never asked, finished out with plenty left. GRADE: B DRILL *************************************** BAKARAH (16.09) broke 1/2 length slow, quick in stride, raced 3/4 length past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.98 final 1/8). Prior effort (15.72) he broke in, bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), shifted out midway (losing lead), gamely kept to his task to the end (9.85 final 1/8). Formerly trained by R Guillen. He doesn't figure far away... FAVOR IT (15.93) broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, kept to her task and wasn't beaten badly for it all (9.91 final 1/8). Prior effort she broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, lugged out badly (running behind horses) midway (toss it out). SOUTHERN SPECIAL (Q) 10/24 outworked (12.4 12.7 12.4) Worked inside. Bumped at the start, hand shoved, +1/2 length advantage midway, asked in spots thru the final 1/2, responding well. Losing by 1/2 length. GRADE: B DRILL (Q) 10/10 outworked (12.5 13.0 12.3) Worked inside. Broke in (2 lanes) at the start, quick in stride, 1/2 length midway, responding well under light pressure. Losing by 3/4 length. GRADE: B DRILL ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
RACE 5 (6) TWISTED SIFTER (3) FAVORITE BYE (5) DASH MICHAEL DASH TWISTED SIFTER caught in tight quarters shortly after the start, bumped repeatedly midway, gamely kept to his task to the end (never had a chance) as the 'bet down' favorite (2 1 closing odds). Prior effort (16.83) he hesitated, bumped shortly after the start, losing 1 length, bumped early, right there midway, gamely kept to his task to the end (SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.73 final 1/8. 3 back he hesitated (losing path) shortly after the start, bumped (swerved out (6 7 lanes) behind horses, finished out full of run (far back). Give him another chance from his favorable outside post. FAVORITE BYE (15.65) broke 3/4 length slow, quick in stride, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (just missed 2nd) thru the 9.90 final 1/8. Prior effort (17.15) she broke off balance, drifted out shortly after the start, losing 1/2 length, quick in stride, raced 3/4 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end (holding 3rd). DASH MICHAEL DASH bumped from both sides shortly after the start, losing 1 length, raced 2 lengths past the gap, never looked comfortable (toss it out) in the Golden State Million trials. Prior effort (17.96) he broke 1 length slow, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, leveled midway. Lacked the needed response thru the final 1/2. He fits better facing non winners. NEW HOT LOOK broke 2 lengths slow, dropped back 4 lengths past the gap, caught in tight quarters past the 1/16 pole (toss it out). Prior effort he bobbled at the start, losing 1 length, raced in tight quarters past the gap, losing path past the 1/16 pole (toss it out). TRUMPER (Q) 10/24 BEST over SPECTACULAR FIRE (12.6 13.1) Worked inside. Broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, hand shoved (lead), +2 length advantage midway (asked left handed), asked in spots thru the final 1/2, responding well. Winning by +4 lengths. GRADE: C+ DRILL (Q) 09/26 BEST (12.5 13.0 no time) Worked inside. Swerved in (2 3 lanes) shortly after the start, hand shoved, +1/2 length advantage midway, asked left handed in spots thru the final 1/2, responding well. Winning by +1 length. GRADE: C DRILL JESS DANDY (Q) 10/28 missed workout. (Q) 10/14 outworked by PJS FLYING DYNASTY (12.7 12.8) Worked outside. Broke ok, not quick, 2 lengths midway, asked repeatedly (left handed) thru the final 1/2, responding very well. Losing by 1 length. GRADE: C+ DRILL ((((((((()))))) RACE 6 (1) OPULENCE (5) FIX YUR EYES ON ME (2) A POWER BALL LES ONAKA'S LATE PICK 4 SMALL TICKET 6th race (1,5) 7th race (1,3,5) 8th race (1,3) 9th race (1,7,8) TOTAL $ 36.00 LARGE TICKET 6th race (1,2,5) 7th race (1,3,5) 8th race (1,3) 9th race (1,7,8) TOTAL $ 54.00 (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
OPULENCE (15.49) broke 3/4 length slow, raced 3/4 length past the gap, LUGGED OUT (3 4 LANES) midway, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.88 final 1/8). Prior effort (19.89) she broke out (2 lanes) shortly after the start, losing 1 length, raced 3 lengths past the gap, leveled too late (9.71 final 1/8). She holds a solid rating for this distance based on adjusted clocking! FIX YUR EYES ON ME (15.62) bumped at the start, drifted in early, raced 3/4 length past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong (just missed 2nd) thru the 9.90 final 1/8. Prior effort (15.37) she broke 3/4 length slow, raced 1 length past the gap, leveled midway, rallied strong and just missed (9.85 final 1/8). Watch out if she can repeat that kind of performance. ********************************************************************************** A POWER BALL broke in, bumped at the start, losing 1 length, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, raced in traffic past the 1/16 pole (losing path), had run left crossing the wire. Prior effort (15.66) he broke 1 length slow, quick in stride, raced 2 lengths past the gap, traveled out mostly on his own! ALEGENDINMYTIME (17.90) broke well, quick in stride, wide path, right there past the gap, kept to his task to the end (9.82 final 1/8) in the Kip Didericksen. Prior effort (15.53) broke well, quick in stride (lead), drifted out early, losing lead past the 1/16 pole, battled back and just missed (9.84 final 1/8). BLUE NOBLESSE (15.59) broke out at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, held gamely (favorably drawn) thru the 9.90 final 1/8. Prior effort (15.5) she bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, losing lead midway, lacked the needed response thru the final 75 yards. WINGER (16.75) broke 1 1/2 length slow, raced 2 length past the gap, put in a big run midway, gamely kept to her task to the end (SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.76 final 1/8. FRESHENED! (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((()))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) RACE 7 (3) GIVE ME SUM SUGAR (1) ALL RIGHT NOW (5) FAVORITE KISS GIVE ME SUM SUGAR (16.73) broke 1/2 length slow, quick in stride, raced 3/4 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task and actually just missed 2nd (9.52 final 1/8). (Q) 10/24 worked evenly with FAVORITE KISS (both 18.4) Worked inside. Bumped at the start, quick in stride, light hand ride, +3/4 length advantage past the gap, flashed good speed, never asked. Plenty left. Worked evenly. GRADE: B+ DRILL NOTE SHE POSTED A SOLID "A" work earlier (08/12). ALL RIGHT NOW (15.40) broke in, bumped at the start, losing 3/4 length, drifted in to the gap, put in a big run past the gap, gained the advantage midway, held strong (9.80 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.81) she broke in, bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, +3/4 length advantage past the gap, just missed (tough loss) thru the 9.73 final 1/8. FAVORITE KISS (16.84) broke off balance at the start, losing 1/2 length, quick in stride, raced 3/4 length past the gap, kept to her task to the end (9.52 final 1/8). Prior effort (20.14) she broke well, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, losing lead at the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 110 yards (9.63 final 1/8). (Q) 10/24 worked evenly with GIVE ME SUM SUGAR (both 18.4) Worked outside. Broke in, bumped at the start, quick in stride, hand shoved for speed, 3/4 length past the gap, never asked, responding well. Even up. GRADE: B+ DRILL ************************************************* MARKO CZECH returns from New Mexico. 3 BACK (16.77) she broke off balance, drifted out shortly after the start, losing 1 1/2 length, raced 2 1/2 lengths past the gap, leveled midway, finished strong (SHOULD HAVE WON) thru the 9.71 final 1/8. (Q) 10/31 outworked by SALT LAKES (both 12.4) Worked inside. Broke well, quick in stride (lead), hand shoved, +1/2 length advantage midway, pushed along, responding well. Losing by a narrow margin. GRADE: B DRILL
WALK AROUND BLUES broke off balance, drifted in shortly after the start, losing 3/4 length, raced 2 lengths past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 1/2 (rail trip) thru the 9.69 final 1/8. Prior effort (16.70) broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing 1 length, raced 1 length past the gap, gamely kept to her task and proved best late (9.60 final 1/8). THRICE WISE returns from Iowa. She is coming off 3 consecutive runner up performances. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((()))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) RACE 8 (1) CHOWCHILLA CHICKADEE (3) JESSTACARTEL (2) PERFECT AZ CAN BE CHOWCHILLA CHICKADEE (16.66+) broke in at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, gradually pulled clear late (9.63 final 1/8) in another sizzling winning performance. Prior effort (15.38) she broke well, quick in stride (lead), drifted in early, flashed good speed, gradually pulled clear late (favorably drawn). Undefeated and untested filly is capable of a stronger rating and will relish the 400 yard distance! JESSTACARTEL (17.36) broke off balance, drifted out shortly after the start, losing 1/2 length, quick in stride, close up past the gap, caught in tight quarters (bumped repeatedly) past the 1/16 pole, finished out full of run for the score (9.57 final 1/8). 3 back (15.26) he swerved out (4 lanes) shortly after the start, losing 3 lengths, leveled midway, FLEW for the score. Razor sharp performer packs a wicked late kick and will also relish the extra distance. ********************************************************** PERFECT AZ CAN BE (20.04) broke 1 length slow, raced 1 1/2 length, losing path midway, leveled past the 1/16 pole, rallied strong too late (9.57 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.74) he broke 1 length slow, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, losing path midway, leveled too late (9.57 final 1/8). HARD HEADED CHICK (17.71) broke out, bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, losing lead at the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.66 final 1/8). Prior effort (17.59) she bumped at the start, quick in stride (lead), +1 1/2 length advantage past the gap, shifted in past the 1/16 pole, gradually pulled clear late. CALIFORNIA BLOSSO (15.57) FRACTIOUS in gate, broke in at the start, quick in stride, gained the advantage past the gap, +1 length midway, held strong (9.82 final 1/8) vs. easier. Prior effort (17.02) she bumped repeatedly shortly after the start, losing 1/2 length, accelerated nicely, gained the advantage past the gap, held gamely (9.82 final 1/8) vs. MAIDENS. (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((()))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) RACE 9 (8) FREE SWINGER (7) I WONT GIVE UP (1) CHECK UP FREE SWINGER (17.57) bumped at the start, losing 3/4 length, raced in tight quarters early, in TRAFFIC (losing path) midway, gamely kept to his task to the end (should have been much closer) thru the 9.55 final 1/8. Prior effort (15.27) he broke 3/4 length slow, quick in stride, close up past the gap, gamely kept to his task to the end (9.69 final 1/8). He has posted a pair of solid ratings at this distance.
I WONT GIVE UP (100 yards) broke 1/2 length slow, quick in stride, gamely kept to his task to the end at 100 yards. Prior effort (15.41) she broke well, quick in stride, bumped early (lead), flashed good speed, held strong (9.73 final 1/8) at 300 yards. SHE RETURNS TO HER WINNING CLASS LEVEL. CHECK UP (15.64) broke in, bumped at the start, losing 1/2 length, quick in stride, close up past the gap, gamely kept to her task to the end (9.98 final 1/8). Prior effort (16.81) she bumped (pushed in) shortly after the start, bumped again early, losing path at the gap, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, leveled too late (9.73 final 1/8). Watch out if she maintains a straight course! ********** APOLLTICAL GAMBLE (17.85) broke off balance at the start, losing 1 length, raced 2 lengths past the gap, lacked the needed response thru the final 1/2 (running behind horses) vs. 2016 CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS WINNER ZOOMIN FOR SPUDS. Prior effort (15.75) he broke off balance, drifted out shortly after the start, quick in stride (lead), flashed good speed, drifted in past the gap, losing lead past the 1/16 pole, kept to his task to the end (9.59 final 1/8). SEVERE CLEAR (100 yards) broke well, quick in stride, flashed good speed, gamely kept to his task to the end at 100. Prior effort he broke well, quick in stride, right there past the gap, drifted in (2 lanes) midway, gamely kept to his task to the end (running behind horses) thru the 9.59 final 1/8. Consistent performer always tries hard! PEDRO CZECH (15.61) broke off balance, bumped shortly after the start, losing 1/2 length, quick in stride, right there past the gap, gamely kept to his task and proved best late (9.988 final 18). THAT WAS A SOLID COMEBACK WIN! BOS ON TIME broke 3/4 length slow, quick in stride, raced 1 1/2 length past the gap, caught in tight quarters past the 1/16 pole, bumped repeatedly near the wire (toss it out). Prior effort (16.91) he broke out (2 lanes) shortly after the start, quick in stride, bumped at the gap, 2 lengths past the gap, leveled too late. SAGITA (Q) 10/21 worked solo (12.4) stumbled (losing action) shortly after the start, quick in stride, hand shoved, not abused, finished out with plenty left. GRADE: B+ DRILL (((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((())))))))))))))))))))))))) End