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Turf Paradise — April 22, 2026 — Condensed Handicapper Report
Fast main track, firm turf, low-to-mid 90s with light southerly winds. Inside speed holds an edge in sprints; turf routes favor tactical runners with ground-saving trips. Race 8 is the card's marquee event.
Race 1 — 400f | Dirt | Maiden Special Weight
Mr Mo Dacious (2) is the top selection at even money in what shapes up as a two-horse match race. Stellaaa (3) at 2-1 is nearly co-equal and must be included in all exotics. Ps Grand Furi (1) is the main spoiler at 3-1.
Race 2 — 350f | Dirt | Allowance
Barbara (8) is the top pick at 3-1 with the call rider from a barn that also saddles Tell Jones (9) at 5-1, making the same-barn exacta the primary play. Zoomin On Home (3) and Hotte Shotte (2) round out the trifecta at fair prices, while Southern Fires (1) at 8-1 from the rail is the best longshot value.
Race 3 — 1760f | Dirt | Maiden $16,000
Actung Baby (3) at 2-1 is the clear top selection with the meet's marquee rider aboard. Bossing Mo (2) at 3-1 from a favorable draw is the main threat, with Noah's Gold (5) and Oswald (6) at 4-1 filling the trifecta beneath them.
Race 4 — 1100f | Turf | Maiden Optional Claiming $30,000
Om Grown Tomatoes (3) at 3-1 is the best win bet on the undercard, combining a competent conditioner with the meet's top rider on a firm turf. Love Da Gig (2) at 2-1 is the market favorite from an inside draw and must be covered. Now Cato (1) at 5-1 from the rail and The Transitioner (6) at 4-1 are the strongest secondary plays.
Race 5 — 1320f | Dirt | Maiden $6,250
Swiss Dancer (4) at 2-1 is the logical top selection, though the price limits straight win appeal. Comanche Gal (1) at 4-1 with the rail draw and a top rider is the best value play in the race, and Boss Girl (7) at 4-1 completes the primary exotic trio.
Race 6 — 1320f | Dirt | Maiden $8,500
No Bills Campaign (3) at 2-1 is the top selection and should be forwardly placed throughout. Lord Anthem (6) at 4-1 and Road Rules (4) at 4-1 are the primary exacta threats, with Pine Run (1) at 5-1 from the rail offering additional coverage in trifectas.
Race 7 — 1760f | Dirt | Claiming $4,000
Third Wheel (5) at 2-1 is the consensus selection on tactical speed and a trusted rider. Ruler Of Angels (7) at 4-1 is the best value alternative, and Jullian In Paris (9) at 5-1 is the top closer in the event pace quickens early.
Race 8 — 1760f | Turf | Optional Claiming $12,500
Russells Hustle (4) at 3-1 is the most confident selection on the card based on a top national trainer pointing a single runner to this spot. Hurricane Cloud (5) at 4-1 and The Black Strat (2) at 5-1 from a ground-saving draw are the primary exacta threats. Uncharted (8) at 12-1 is the card's best longshot play, and Moneyshot (1) at 8-1 from the turf rail is worth including in trifectas and superfectas.
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