Del Mar Picks: Sunday, November 19, Bob Hope Analysis

California racing will has headed south once again. With Santa Anita closed up, racing resumed at Del Mar where the surf meets the turf.

The meet frequently features solid fields and some quirky results when track bias can seem to change almost out of nowhere.

Full Card Analysis

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 1

Post: 12:30 PM PT; $42k Claiming going 1 m on turf; Entries: 8

• #7 Flavius (4-1) earns the top selection. Proven prowess in handling similar conditions in previous starts.
• #3 Hurricane Cloud (5-2) emerges as a major player in this race. Displaying the class of the field.
• #6 Overdue (5-1) stands out as a significant contender. Anticipate a late surge with a commendable closing kick. Warrants respect under the D’Amato and Fresu partnership.
• #4 Tiz Plus (3-1) is poised to be competitive in this spot. Exhibiting a fit for the race. Boasts the highest power rating in the group.

Selections: 7 – 3 – 6 – 4

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 2

Post: 1:00 PM PT; $21k Claiming going 1 m on dirt; Entries: 5

• #2 Sol Del Sur (5-2) claims the top spot. Distance poses no challenge. Boasting consistently favorable pace figures suitable for a moderately paced race.
• #5 Signofthecross (2-1) emerges as a formidable contender. Representing the class of the field. Supported by strong speed figures.
• #4 Tembo (7-5) is set to be competitive in this spot. Exhibiting recent solid performances, ready to deliver an impressive run. Supported by favorable speed figures.
• #3 Warrens Candy Man (6-1) is a competitive force. Showcasing solid speed figures and consistent pace that aligns well with the race dynamics.

Selections: 2 – 5 – 4 – 3

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 3

Post: 1:29 PM PT; $40k Starter Allowance going 1 m on turf; Entries: 7

• #3 Lemon Sushi (4-1) stands out as the prime choice. Class of the field, expected to handle the distance with ease.
• #1 Americaredwhiteblu (2-1) is a strong contender. Supported by solid speed figures, fitting well within the competition.
• #7 Big Coupe (8-1) appears as a fringe contender. Showing suitability for the event.
• #4 Big Hat Willie (7-2) presents a fringe contender. Piloted by Fresu for the Miller barn, poised to make a well-timed run from the second tier.

Selections: 3 – 1 – 7 – 4

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 4

Post: 1:58 PM PT; $61k Maiden Special Weight going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 5

• #1 Devilish Desire (5-2) anticipates improvement and secures the top selection. Consistently impressive in recent starts. To be respected under the guidance of Glatt and Fresu.
• #4 Matanzas Creek (4-1) eyes improvement and aims to be competitive. A solid recent record and the pedigree to be a major player.
• #5 Judge Miller (2-1) debuts with potential. Entrusted to the Glatt barn with Prat in the irons.
• #2 Yangarra (5-2) debuts and earns near top billing on the morning line. The buzz is out on this runner.

Selections: 1 – 4 – 5 – 2

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 5

Post: 2:28 PM PT; $61k Maiden Special Weight going 5 f on turf; Entries: 13

• #3 Not a Sinner (3-1) secures the top pick. Boasting consistently favorable pace figures for a moderately paced race. Proven ability to handle similar conditions.
• #6 Feisty Mitole (8-1) emerges as a major player. Exhibits performances capable of surpassing the competition. Anticipate an even run with a fair pace scenario.
• #8 Impec (6-1) is a contender with a shot. Expected to handle the distance comfortably.
• #7 Spirit Rules (12-1) is a price horse. Suitable for underneath tickets, comfortably handling the distance.

Selections: 3 – 6 – 8 – 7

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 6

Post: 2:58 PM PT; $35k Maiden Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 9

• #5 Cocktail Cutie (7-2) stands out as the best in this race. Potential to be a threatening force on the front end. Demonstrated ability to handle similar conditions.
• #4 Hot Danzing (7-2) emerges as a major player. Class of the field, with the pedigree to be a significant contender.
• #1 Signora Vittoria (15-1) is a price horse poised to be competitive. Displaying solid early pace figures, especially in a race lacking prominent front-running speed. Class of the field.
• #7 Lookatherglide (12-1) is a price horse with potential. Expected to sit mid-pack and make a strong late run. Well-suited for this race.

Selections: 5 – 4 – 1 – 7

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 7

Post: 3:28 PM PT; $28k Claiming going 1 m on turf; Entries: 10

• #5 Worse Read Sanchez (5-1) secures the top selection. Impressively solid in recent starts and prepared for a noteworthy performance. Supported by strong speed figures.
• #2 Derecho Dandy (3-1) emerges as a significant contender. Positioned to sit mid-pack and make a decisive late run. Fits well within the competition.
• #10 Numero Dix (7-2) is poised as a major player. Anticipate a late surge, equipped with a strong closing kick.
• #3 Thirty Four Coupe (4-1) is set to be competitive. Supported by favorable speed figures.

Selections: 5 – 2 – 10 – 3

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 8

Post: 3:58 PM PT; $100k Bob Hope S. going 7 f on dirt; Entries: 5

• #3 Wine Me Up (5-1) claims the top pick. Boasting solid early pace figures in a race expected to lack prominent front-running speed. Consistently strong in recent starts.
• #5 Nysos (4-5) anticipates improvement and is a major player. The debut effort was impressive, but the price is a lot to take on a horse with such little experience.
• #2 Mission Beach (6-1) holds potential. Distance poses no challenge, supported by solid early pace figures.
• #4 Stronghold (3-1) is a solid choice for underneath tickets. To be respected under the combination of D’Amato and Fresu. Comfortable with the distance.

Selections: 3 – 5 – 2 – 4

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 9

Post: 4:28 PM PT; $61k Maiden Special Weight going 1 m on turf; Entries: 11

• #10 Hill Sixteen (15-1) is a price horse and earns the top spot. Boasting consistently favorable pace figures suitable for a moderately paced race. Proven ability to handle similar conditions.
• #9 Dark Marcus (3-1) is set to be competitive. Strong recent performances and readiness for a significant run. Proven ability to handle similar conditions.
• #8 Antibes (4-1) holds potential to be in the mix. Supported by favorable speed figures.
• #1 Touchdown Kittle (5-2) is a fringe contender in this spot. Exhibiting performances strong enough to surpass the competition. Well-bred for this race.

Selections: 10 – 9 – 8 – 1

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