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Breeders' Cup 2021: Top Plays at Del Mar

Friday

Race 10: Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf — 5:30 p.m. PT

#1 Modern Games 5/1
—several U.S. runners enter this race with low numbers so that points to an international runner with Modern Games leading that pack on paper. Never a fan of the rail position but should be able to get a nice trip from the inside during the mile race while coming to the U.S. highly regarded for a solid trainer in Charles Appleby. The 2-year-old was an easy winner in a G3 event last time out, has some of the quickest running times along with a turf pedigree. Modern Games should be tough in Friday's finale.

Saturday

Race 8: Breeders' Cup Sprint — 2:38 p.m. PT

#9 Dr. Schivel 4/1
—this 3-year-old colt simply loves the 6-furlong distance (unbeaten in his lifetime) and should get a perfect trip from the outside post and behind the speedy runners in the field (including favorite Jackie's Warrior). Dr. Schivel has been working smartly and has proven himself as one of the top up-and-coming sprinters in California. He should prove best in today's jump up in company.