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Race Day Overview — Fonner Park | April 12, 2026

Fonner Park in Grand Island, Nebraska closes out its spring meet in mid-April, and the Sunday card on April 12 presents a solid seven-race program featuring a mix of maiden special weights, claiming races, and an optional claimer. The card opens with a maiden claiming sprint at 880 furlongs before moving through a pair of maiden special weight routes and sprints, a claiming mile, and wraps up with a pair of claiming sprint events. Purses range from $7,300 on the low end in the opener to $15,400 in the two maiden special weight sprints at six and a half furlongs. This is a workmanlike Nebraska-circuit card with several familiar barns and colony riders cycling through multiple races throughout the afternoon.

Fonner Park runs a compact meet that typically concludes in late April or early May, so horses are getting important condition races as trainers position their stock heading into the summer. The $11,000 maiden special weight mile in Race 2 and the $15,400 maiden special weights in Races 3 and 6 attract the better bred, more lightly raced animals, while the claiming ranks are populated by seasoned Nebraska circuit veterans who know this oval well. Trainer Isai V. Gonzalez and Schuyler Condon are among the most active outfits on this card, each saddling multiple runners, a trend worth noting when assessing live horses.

Post time for Race 1 is 2:30 PM Central, with subsequent races roughly every 27 minutes through the finale in Race 7.

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Weather and Track Conditions — April 12, 2026

Grand Island, Nebraska in mid-April is historically variable, with temperatures ranging from the low 40s to the low 60s and the potential for wind, which is a defining characteristic of the Nebraska plains. April weather in central Nebraska frequently includes sustained winds of 15 to 25 miles per hour with gusts that can significantly affect pace scenarios and stretch runs, particularly in route races where horses must travel into the teeth of a wind on one straightaway. Bettors should monitor wind direction relative to the homestretch.

Fonner Park's main track is a one-mile oval with a sandy loam surface that drains relatively well. After any recent precipitation, the surface tends to play fast or good within 24 hours due to the sandy composition, though early moisture can create a bias toward speed. The track maintenance crew at Fonner is known for keeping the surface reasonably consistent throughout a card, though spring conditions can produce variability between early and late races. Track condition should be confirmed closer to post, but a fast or good rating is the baseline expectation for mid-April at this venue.

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Track Bias and Post Position Analysis — Fonner Park

Fonner Park is a tight one-mile oval, and its configuration creates some consistent tendencies. The inside posts in sprints tend to be advantageous, particularly at 880 furlongs where horses break from a chute and have minimal distance to settle before the first turn. In sprint races, early speed from inside posts tends to control position cheaply on the rail, and horses that can establish the lead or a stalking spot inside the first quarter often hold a structural advantage.

In route races, particularly the mile events, the first turn comes up quickly enough that outside posts can be a disadvantage if a horse needs to be sent early to establish position. However, on a one-mile oval, a horse that can sit three to four wide on the first turn and settle into a comfortable trip is not necessarily dead. Rail running in the final turn and into the stretch is historically favored at Fonner when the track is in normal condition.

For the 880-furlong races (Races 1 and 4), inside-to-middle posts are preferred. For the 1320-furlong races (Races 3, 6, and 7), speed from the inside has an edge but the distance is long enough for closers to get into it. For the 1760-furlong races (Races 2 and 5), post position is less of a factor, though horses forced extremely wide on the first turn give away ground and energy unnecessarily.

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RACE 1 — Post 2:30 — 880f | D | M | Md 10000 | BUM | Purse $7,300

This is an 880-furlong maiden claiming event for a $10,000 tag over the dirt, carded as a bottom-level juvenile or mixed-age maiden event. At the $10,000 maiden claiming level at Fonner, this is the basement of the condition book, and many of these horses have had extensive opportunities to break their maiden without success. The short distance at 880 furlongs on the tight Fonner oval puts a premium on early speed and the ability to secure a good trip from the gate.

Pace Analysis

Seven runners in this sprint set up what figures to be a contested pace. Sundae Sprinkles (POST 2) and Mo Ta (POST 5) are the co-morning line favorites at 2-1, suggesting the betting public expects a duel. Charging Darling (POST 7) exits the outside and will need to show early foot or settle for a tracking trip. With multiple speed horses in the field, the pace could be honest enough to benefit a closer, though at 880 furlongs at Fonner, closers face a difficult task on a surface that tends to reward front-runners.

Key Contenders

Sundae Sprinkles (POST 2) draws the second post under trainer Mark Lemburg and rider Victor Jadhir Bailon, who is among the top riders in the Fonner colony. The 2-1 morning line reflects confidence in both the horse's ability and the connections. Lemburg is a consistent presence at Fonner with horses that run reliably within their conditions. Bailon's ability to get a horse out of the gate quickly and into a comfortable position makes him well-suited for this distance.

Mo Ta (POST 5) is co-listed at 2-1 under trainer Jason Wise and Jose Angel Medina. Wise is an active trainer at Fonner who places his horses aggressively and often has them ready to fire first or second out. The middle post at five gives Medina flexibility to work out any kind of trip, whether pressing the pace or sitting slightly off it.

Secondary Choices

Charging Darling (POST 7) is listed at 4-1 under trainer and co-jockey connections of trainer Troy A. Bethke with rider Scott A. Bethke. The Bethke stable is a family operation that runs multiple horses on this card. The outside post at seven in an 880-furlong sprint is a mild disadvantage, but if Charging Darling (POST 7) shows early speed, the rider can angle in and save ground around the turn. The 4-1 morning line suggests some confidence in this runner.

Longshots

Cagey Cat (POST 1) at 10-1 under trainer Larry D. Donlin and rider Chris Fackler is the inside post horse. In a sprint, the rail can be a tactical advantage if the horse can break alertly, but the 10-1 ML suggests modest expectations. Midship Molly (POST 3) at 15-1 under trainer Alberto Ibanez and rider Connie McKenzie faces a tough task at these odds. McKenzie is a journeyman rider who takes mounts when available but does not rank among the colony's top earners. Trish (POST 4) at 12-1 under trainer Kyle Schindler and rider R. Martinez is another longshot who would need a significant pace collapse to factor. Lost Than Found (POST 6) at 12-1 under trainer Troy A. Bethke and Bryan McNeil is a stablemate of Charging Darling (POST 7) from the Bethke barn. Barns that double up in a race sometimes use the second runner as a pace-setter or sacrificial front-runner, which could benefit Charging Darling (POST 7) if Lost Than Found (POST 6) softens the pace.

Selections

Win: Sundae Sprinkles (POST 2) Place: Mo Ta (POST 5) Show: Charging Darling (POST 7)

Betting Strategy: Sundae Sprinkles (POST 2) and Mo Ta (POST 5) appear to be the class of this bottom-level field, and a quinella or exacta pairing the two is sensible. With Lost Than Found (POST 6) and Charging Darling (POST 7) in the same barn, watch the early action. If Charging Darling (POST 7) shows tote support while Lost Than Found (POST 6) softens, the trifecta using the top three over the Bethke runner has merit at a manageable price.

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RACE 2 — Post 2:57 — 1760f | D | S | Md Sp Wt | BUN | Purse $11,000

A one-mile maiden special weight event on the dirt for horses that have not yet broken their maiden. The mile distance separates true route horses from pure sprinters, and at the maiden special weight level at Fonner, this race often surfaces a horse with legitimate breeding and ability that simply hasn't found the winner's circle yet. With eight runners, this is a full field for the distance.

Pace Analysis

The mile distance means pace will develop over a longer canvas. Ruiz Junior (POST 3) at 3-1 and All Honors (POST 4) at 4-1 are the two primary contenders, and the question is whether either establishes early pace or whether the race sets up as a ground-saving exercise. Kennedy's Cause (POST 8) at 5-1 from outside the field will need to be placed wisely by Travis Cunningham, as the wide post in a one-mile route means finding a clean trip early is critical. Moderate early fractions would favor horses with natural stamina.

Key Contenders

Ruiz Junior (POST 3) at 3-1 under trainer Veronica Chavez and jockey David Cardoso is the morning line favorite. Cardoso is a reliable journeyman at Fonner with experience at the distance. Trainer Chavez is a recognizable name in the Nebraska circuit, and a 3-1 favorite at the maiden special weight level in a route suggests solid underlying credentials.

All Honors (POST 4) at 4-1 under trainer Isai V. Gonzalez and A.B. Ramos shares the barn with Dirty Deal (POST 7), another Gonzalez runner in this race. Gonzalez is one of the most active trainers on this card, appearing in multiple races. Having two runners in the same race gives the barn tactical flexibility, and All Honors (POST 4) from post four has a clean trip setup.

Secondary Choices

Dirty Deal (POST 7) at 4-1 under trainer Isai V. Gonzalez and A.E. Birzer is the stablemate to All Honors (POST 4) and shares the same morning line. Birzer is among the leading riders at Fonner and a consistent performer in this colony. Two Gonzalez runners at 4-1 in a one-mile maiden special weight is notable, and one of them deserves to be in trifecta constructions.

Kennedy's Cause (POST 8) at 5-1 under trainer Schuyler Condon and Travis Cunningham exits from the widest post but benefits from a well-regarded barn and a jockey who is comfortable taking outside trips. Condon saddles multiple horses on today's card, suggesting the barn is in good form.

Noble Reign (POST 2) at 6-1 under trainer Stacy Rushton and Nathan Haar is worth a look. Haar is the Fonner leading rider or near it in terms of wins, and placing him on a 6-1 shot suggests Rushton may like this horse's chances at the distance.

Longshots

My Little Caibo (POST 6) at 6-1 under trainer Junior Dolphus and Medina is priced similarly to Noble Reign (POST 2) and could attract action if the tote reflects any inside information. Days In Dublin (POST 1) at 15-1 under trainer Pam Schutz and B. Quinonez draws the rail in the route, which is a tactical advantage if the horse can get clean running. Sweet Music Man (POST 5) at 20-1 under trainer Jessica Graber and Bailon is the longest shot in the field. Despite the big price, Bailon is an excellent rider, and if Sweet Music Man (POST 5) has any ability, he'll get a good trip.

Selections

Win: Ruiz Junior (POST 3) Place: All Honors (POST 4) Show: Kennedy's Cause (POST 8)

Betting Strategy: With two Gonzalez runners at identical odds, the barn may be testing which horse prefers the mile. Trifectas using Ruiz Junior (POST 3) and at least one Gonzalez runner make sense. A value play would be using Noble Reign (POST 2) underneath at 6-1 in trifectas, as Haar has shown he can navigate the mile oval at Fonner efficiently.

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RACE 3 — Post 3:24 — 1320f | D | S | Md Sp Wt | BON | Purse $15,400

This is the first of two $15,400 maiden special weight sprints on the card, carded at 1320 furlongs (six and a half furlongs). Nine runners make for a competitive field, and the elevated purse relative to the claiming races suggests better-bred horses. Keen Topic (POST 8) is the 2-1 morning line favorite with P R Rocket Man (POST 9) second at 3-1.

Pace Analysis

Nine horses over six and a half furlongs at Fonner will produce a busy early pace scenario. Keen Topic (POST 8) from post eight and P R Rocket Man (POST 9) from the outside will need early foot or trip management to avoid being caught wide. Milele (POST 1) from the rail under Birzer has a natural tactical advantage at this distance if she can break alertly. Ubet Im Takncharge (POST 5) under Bailon at 6-1 may be positioned as a presser. The pace could be honest enough to reward a patient closer if multiple speed horses battle early.

Key Contenders

Keen Topic (POST 8) at 2-1 under trainer Marvin A. Johnson and Travis Cunningham is the morning line choice. Despite the outside post in a nine-horse field, the 2-1 ML reflects strong confidence. Cunningham handles the outside post competently, and Keen Topic (POST 8) may have the best raw ability in the field given the favoritism at the maiden special weight level.

P R Rocket Man (POST 9) at 3-1 under trainer Jesse Compton and Chris Fackler is the co-trainer partner to Ubet Im Takncharge (POST 5). Compton enters two horses in this race, which is a common barn tactic for testing which runner fires first in a condition. From the outside post, Fackler will need to navigate traffic early.

Secondary Choices

Milele (POST 1) at 4-1 under trainer Jason Wise and A.E. Birzer draws the ideal post for a sprint at this distance. Wise and Birzer are a productive combination on the Nebraska circuit, and the rail in a nine-horse field at six and a half furlongs is a meaningful advantage. Milele (POST 1) could sit on or near the lead and use the inside track through the entire race.

Weekend Gold (POST 4) at 5-1 under trainer Schuyler Condon and Nathan Haar is from the most active barn on this card. Condon's multiple-runner days are a sign of good form, and Weekend Gold (POST 4) with Haar in the irons from a comfortable middle post is a legitimate contender.

Ubet Im Takncharge (POST 5) at 6-1 under trainer Jesse Compton and Bailon is the stablemate of P R Rocket Man (POST 9). With Bailon up, this horse has an elite rider for the conditions, and the middle post from five is ideal for a presser or pace-stalker.

Longshots

Captain Beerman (POST 3) at 12-1 and Iwannaparty (POST 2) at 12-1, both from the Hoffman barn with Pusac and Luark respectively, are stable entries that could create a pace advantage for each other. Our Tough Prince (POST 6) at 12-1 under trainer John Muckey and Scott Bethke is another double-digit shot. P R Short Stack (POST 7) at 20-1 under Gonzalez and Ramos is the longest price in the field. Despite the big odds, Ramos is a capable rider who can produce surprise results.

Selections

Win: Keen Topic (POST 8) Place: Milele (POST 1) Show: Weekend Gold (POST 4)

Betting Strategy: Milele (POST 1) from the rail at 4-1 has genuine value if she can break cleanly. A WIN bet on Milele (POST 1) at 4-1 alongside a WIN bet on Keen Topic (POST 8) at 2-1 covers the two strongest figures. For exotics, an exacta box of Keen Topic (POST 8), Milele (POST 1), and Weekend Gold (POST 4) provides good coverage at a manageable cost.

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RACE 4 — Post 3:51 — 880f | D | CO | OClm 10000 | BUN | Purse $12,500

An optional claimer at $10,000 for 880 furlongs, the best-structured race of the early card. Eight runners with two co-favorites at 2-1, Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) and India Ink (POST 7), creates an interesting dynamic. Optional claimers tend to attract horses whose connections believe they are worth more than the tag but are using the optional condition to try to earn a win without risking loss.

Pace Analysis

Eight runners over 880 furlongs in an optional claimer will be a fast, competitive sprint. Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) from the inside under Birzer and Straight Luck (POST 5) under Medina at 4-1 are natural early speed figures. India Ink (POST 7) at 2-1 under trainer Mark N. Hibdon and Cardoso could be more of a stalker type, pressing the pace and looking to run them down in the final strides. Hasty Flyer (POST 4) at 6-1 under trainer Condon and McNeil is another potential pace factor from post four.

Key Contenders

Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) at 2-1 under trainer Isai V. Gonzalez and A.E. Birzer draws the rail and has the Gonzalez-Birzer combination that is arguably the top trainer-jockey pairing on today's card. The inside post in an 880-furlong sprint is a significant positional advantage. Gonzalez's runners are placed aggressively, and co-favorite status suggests this horse is ready.

India Ink (POST 7) at 2-1 under trainer Mark N. Hibdon and David Cardoso shares the favoritism from the outside post. The 2-1 ML from post seven means this horse has significant ability to overcome a wide draw. Hibdon is a smaller but consistent operation at Fonner, and co-favorite status at a price requiring post-position overcoming suggests class advantage.

Secondary Choices

Straight Luck (POST 5) at 4-1 under trainer Jerry Gourneau and Medina is positioned in the middle of the field. Gourneau is a familiar name on the Nebraska circuit, and Straight Luck (POST 5) with Medina from post five has a variety of trip options. At 4-1, this is a logical exacta partner.

Hasty Flyer (POST 4) at 6-1 under trainer Condon and McNeil is a Condon runner in the heart of the post draw. McNeil is a reliable journeyman, and Hasty Flyer (POST 4) at 6-1 could outrun the price if pace heats up early.

Longshots

Jabran (POST 8) at 8-1 under trainer Kyle Schindler and Pusac is the outermost post and the least likely to factor on pace. Veracruz (POST 2) at 12-1 under Rushton and Bailon is interesting solely because Bailon is aboard. At 12-1, it's a large overlay for a top rider, which sometimes signals either a horse stretching in distance or returning from a layoff. Dad Bod (POST 3) at 12-1 under Dominguez and Haar is another outsider, though Haar's presence adds some appeal. Mystery Man (POST 6) at 15-1 under Condon and Fackler is the second Condon runner in this race. Two Condon horses in the same race again suggests barn testing, with Hasty Flyer (POST 4) appearing the more live of the two.

Selections

Win: Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) Place: India Ink (POST 7) Show: Straight Luck (POST 5)

Betting Strategy: The co-favorite exacta of Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) over India Ink (POST 7) will pay minimally, but it is the logical result. The better value is in the reverse: India Ink (POST 7) over Gypsy Mischief (POST 1). Including Straight Luck (POST 5) in trifectas at 4-1 is sound construction. A trifecta key of Gypsy Mischief (POST 1) on top over India Ink (POST 7) and Straight Luck (POST 5) in any order is the primary ticket.

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RACE 5 — Post 4:18 — 1760f | D | C | Clm 5000b | BUN | Purse $9,200

A one-mile claiming race at the $5,000 claiming level is one of the lowest-priced routes on the card, and eight runners at this level tend to be well-known entities on the Nebraska circuit. Stiff Drink (POST 3) is the 2-1 morning line favorite under trainer Mark Lemburg and Bailon, while Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) at 3-1 is the second choice.

Pace Analysis

At a mile and the $5,000 level, pace figures tend to be modest, and the horse that can secure the rail position and travel economically through the first turn often prevails. Stiff Drink (POST 3) from post three under Bailon will be well-positioned from the break. Midnight Rules (POST 6) under Medina at 4-1 and Northwind (POST 8) under Cunningham at 4-1 figure to press or stalk. The potential for a moderate pace makes this race interesting for closers who can capitalize on a hot early pace.

Key Contenders

Stiff Drink (POST 3) at 2-1 under trainer Lemburg and Bailon is the class of this field based on morning line assessment. Lemburg places horses confidently at Fonner, and Bailon on the 2-1 favorite in a mile claiming race at $5,000 suggests the combination is live. Post three is excellent for a mile at Fonner, allowing a clean break and early position inside.

Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) at 3-1 under trainer Jerry Gourneau and B. Quinonez sits just outside the rail. Gourneau sends Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) alongside Nautical Moon (POST 7) in this race, the familiar barn-double pattern seen throughout today's card. Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) at 3-1 appears to be the more favored of the two.

Secondary Choices

Midnight Rules (POST 6) at 4-1 under Gonzalez and Medina is a top-trainer, top-rider combination that commands respect regardless of distance. At the $5,000 claiming level, a horse with the Gonzalez barn behind it at 4-1 is worth investment.

Northwind (POST 8) at 4-1 under Condon and Cunningham shares the same odds as Midnight Rules (POST 6). Condon is active on this card, and Northwind (POST 8) from the outside post in a mile race will need Cunningham to navigate the first turn carefully, but the connections are capable.

Husker Butch (POST 4) at 6-1 under trainer Larry D. Donlin Jr. and Haar is a straightforward price at a manageable level. Haar's presence at 6-1 in a mile claiming race on the Nebraska circuit is always worth noting.

Longshots

Nautical Moon (POST 7) at 8-1 under Gourneau and Birzer is the stablemate of Hardly Mischievous (POST 2). In a Gourneau barn double, Nautical Moon (POST 7) could be the pace-setter that softens things for its stablemate. Mongolian Moon (POST 5) at 20-1 under Graber and Cardoso is a significant longshot, though Cardoso's presence gives the horse a slightly better chance than the odds suggest. El Siete Leguas (POST 1) at 15-1 under Ibanez and R. Martinez draws the rail but is priced as a non-factor.

Selections

Win: Stiff Drink (POST 3) Place: Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) Show: Midnight Rules (POST 6)

Betting Strategy: Stiff Drink (POST 3) over Hardly Mischievous (POST 2) is the logical exacta pairing. For value, including Midnight Rules (POST 6) and Northwind (POST 8) in trifecta keys provides coverage across the four horses most likely to finish in the top three. A $1 trifecta key with Stiff Drink (POST 3) on top over four runners is affordable and structurally sound.

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RACE 6 — Post 4:45 — 1320f | D | S | Md Sp Wt | BUN | Purse $15,400

The second maiden special weight sprint at $15,400, this time with ten runners at 1320 furlongs. Yutan Tapit (POST 7) is the 2-1 morning line favorite under trainer John Muckey and Birzer, with P R More Whiskey (POST 1) at 3-1 as the second choice. Ten runners in a maiden special weight sprint is a full, competitive field.

Pace Analysis

Ten horses at six and a half furlongs will create a fast early pace scenario. P R More Whiskey (POST 1) draws the rail under Cardoso and will benefit from immediate inside position. Yutan Tapit (POST 7) at 2-1 from post seven will need to be sent or angled in to avoid being caught wide the entire trip. Suprmangotnutnonme (POST 9) at 5-1 under Wise and Medina is another major player whose name is memorable. With multiple speed horses and tactical runners, the pace could be genuinely contested.

Key Contenders

Yutan Tapit (POST 7) at 2-1 under trainer Muckey and Birzer is the clear morning line choice. The Tapit sire line carries classic distance pedigree but produces runners that can handle sprint distances when bred correctly. Birzer's horsemanship and Muckey's placement make this a genuine WIN contender despite the outside post in a ten-horse field.

P R More Whiskey (POST 1) at 3-1 under trainer Wise and Cardoso draws the ideal post in this race. Wise is a multi-horse trainer on today's card, and P R More Whiskey (POST 1) with Cardoso from the rail in a 1320-furlong sprint is an excellent tactical setup. The 3-1 morning line is reasonable value if the horse has speed.

Secondary Choices

Suprmangotnutnonme (POST 9) at 5-1 under trainer Wise and Medina is the second Wise runner in this race, alongside P R More Whiskey (POST 1). Wise again enters two horses in the same race, and at 5-1, Suprmangotnutnonme (POST 9) could be the more talented of the pair. Medina is one of the top riders at Fonner, and the wide post from nine in a ten-horse field is the main concern.

Sandhill Mo (POST 6) at 4-1 under trainer Gale Deisley and Mike T. Luark is the third choice by morning line at 4-1. Deisley is a familiar regional trainer, and Sandhill Mo (POST 6) from post six has a manageable trip into the first turn.

Longshots

Doug's Vision (POST 8) at 10-1 under trainer Jesse Compton and Fackler is a double-digit price from a capable barn. Titos Party (POST 5) at 12-1 under trainer Joe Hawley and Bailon is interesting solely because Bailon is riding what appears to be a longshot. Bailon at 12-1 in a maiden special weight sometimes signals a lightly raced horse with upside. Reds Cashn Gold (POST 3) at 12-1 under trainer Grady Thompson and Haar is another Haar mount at a longer price. Big Wrex (POST 10) at 15-1 under Hoffman and Pusac draws the outermost post, which in a ten-horse sprint field is a significant disadvantage. Sargent Ray (POST 4) at 20-1 under trainer Annie Hansen Hines and Quinonez and H. J.'s Boy (POST 2) at 20-1 under Condon and Ramos are the longest prices in the field. H. J.'s Boy (POST 2) being a Condon runner at 20-1 is slightly suspicious given that barn's overall presence today, but the morning line suggests limited win expectations.

Selections

Win: Yutan Tapit (POST 7) Place: P R More Whiskey (POST 1) Show: Suprmangotnutnonme (POST 9)

Betting Strategy: The top three selections include both Wise runners and the morning line favorite, which is an unusual alignment. If P R More Whiskey (POST 1) and Suprmangotnutnonme (POST 9) are clearly from the same barn, exacta and trifecta constructions that use both as key horses are viable. Sandhill Mo (POST 6) at 4-1 is the value play underneath in trifectas, with Titos Party (POST 5) as a deep bomb to include in $1 trifectas.

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RACE 7 — Post 5:12 — 1320f | D | C | Clm 3500n1x | BUM | Purse $7,800

The finale is a claiming sprint at the $3,500 level for horses that have not won one race, the n1x condition, which specifically targets horses looking for their first win under claiming conditions. Nine runners over 1320 furlongs on the dirt closes the card. Now Showing (POST 3) at 3-1 is the morning line favorite under trainer Isai V. Gonzalez and Birzer.

Pace Analysis

Nine horses at the $3,500 claiming level over six and a half furlongs will likely see an honest pace. Now Showing (POST 3) under Birzer from post three has an excellent tactical position. Goldys Lock (POST 1) from the rail under Medina and Stand By Time (POST 2) under Scott Bethke will fight for early position. Low Euro Cat (POST 4) at 4-1 under Condon and Pusac and Jackie Flash (POST 6) at 4-1 under trainer Mike Sorensen and Ramos could press from mid-field. At the n1x level, the early pace is often chaotic, and horses that can rate off a fast pace and run on finish well.

Key Contenders

Now Showing (POST 3) at 3-1 under trainer Gonzalez and Birzer is the class pick. Gonzalez and Birzer are the top combination on today's card, appearing multiple times, and Now Showing (POST 3) from post three with the leading rider in a closing sprint is the most straightforward win candidate in the race.

Low Euro Cat (POST 4) at 4-1 under trainer Condon and Pusac is from the most active barn on the card. Condon's ability to spot horses correctly in conditions is a strength, and Low Euro Cat (POST

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