Pick Pony Mini Tip Sheet for Colonial Downs – Racing News and Analysis for July 23, 2026


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Colonial Downs — July 23, 2026 Quick Reference

Firm turf throughout, fast dirt main track, afternoon thunder possible but morning clear. Straight sprint course plays evenly by post; turf routes favor stalkers and closers; mild inside bias on dirt.

Race 1

Navid (9) is the top selection based on connections and meet-long form, with Steadfast Resolve (10) and Lord Narcisse (2) as the primary backup choices at co-favorite prices. Flash Frozen (3) at 8-1 is the most workable longshot if pace gets contested early.

Race 2

Cameo Performance (7) at 2-1 is the clear top choice with strong barn confidence behind it. American Dynasty (5) and My Kinda Ghaiy (9) are the main threats, with Anytime (2) at 8-1 worth a small play given the favorable inside draw.

Race 3

Timetoshine (2) is the Grade 2 morning line favorite from an excellent post, with Anador (7) and Gold Charm (4) as the primary dangers. Loving Look (1) at 12-1 with the Mullins booking is the most live longshot in the field.

Race 4

Jolly By Golly (5) at 1-1 is the card's Best Bet and the recommended Pick sequence single. Skillian (6) at 2-1 is the only legitimate threat, with Overspent (3) and Mo's Glitter (4) at 4-1 offering trifecta value.

Race 5

Lucky Lis (5) tops the 14-horse maiden claimer, with Kissed By Karma (8) and I Love Ines (2) as the main supporters. Louvar (6) at 8-1 is worth a small play on trainer form in turf events throughout the meet.

Race 6

Panama Canal (3) at 2-1 is the strongest single on the card given trainer credentials in maiden turf routes. Magic Beam (8) and Smileaway (7) are the preferred backup choices, with Chicoco (1) at 10-1 a minor trifecta inclusion.

Race 7

Endorse (5) at 1-1 and My Steel Magnolia (9) at 2-1 effectively make this a match race. Thirteen Roses (7) at 12-1 is the recommended trifecta third given trainer pedigree, with Bon Vivant (2) at 8-1 as an alternate.

Race 8

Candied Up (2) leads on trainer angle, with Red Sea (1) and Farooq (11) as the primary exacta pairing options. Governor Dutton (5) and Sohandsometome (4) round out the suggested trifecta spread at 6-1.

Race 9

Rhaenys (2) has the best combination of post and price in a wide-open 14-horse field. Ruby Hamilton (3) and Bint Mischief (4) are near-equal threats from adjacent posts. Honor Azteca (12) at 10-1 is the recommended longshot inclusion based on trainer credentials.

Race 10

Burning Bridges (6) at 2-1 is a confident single for Pick sequences. Itza Teamster (5) is the top backup, with Enzo (3), Neonate (9), and Parkes (10) all at 6-1 offering competitive exacta coverage underneath.

Race 11

Fuerteventura (5) at 2-1 closes the card as the top selection, with Papa Golf (7) at 3-1 the primary danger and Naptown (9) rounding out the top three. Mister Abarrio (2) at 8-1 is the value inclusion for trifectas given trainer form on the day.

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