Del Mar Race 1
6 - Papa Papa Papa
This maiden has turned the corner. Papa Papa Papa showed blazing speed last time out (:21 & :44) for the first time in his career and set the pace to only lose by a half-length. Trainer Mark Glatt saw the improvement and now shows huge confidence stepping his gelding back up in class to the maiden special weight ranks. Jockey change to Flavien Prat adds to the intrigue and the quickest 3-year-old in the field is the best bet on Saturday's card.
Race 7
9 - Mokat
There is a lot of speed signed on in this Grade II event. The pace favors Mokat as he has proven himself best when able to race off the pace. Look for jockey Kent D. to make one winning run.
Race 9
6 - California Chrome
No one is beating Chrome in California. The champion has been burning up the track for his return and his numbers and class speak for themselves. Dortmund is a solid runner, but California Chrome is just too good.