Problem Ponies - Horses to Watch - 12/23/16

Family and friends gather round the tree as seasonal eggnog is enjoyed from the traditional recipe. This is a time of reflection and rejoicing. - Nothing better than getting a little gift before the party begins and Winning Ponies wants to offer up a list of runners who may be worth a wager the next time they hit the track. - So enjoy your holiday and celebrate with those we hold dear. Find your seat by the fire place and take in the beauty of the season. - Wishing you and yours a Happy and Safe Holiday season from your friends at Winning Ponies !

Aqueduct

12/18/16

Race #1 - #1 - The Caretaker - 1 mile and 70 on the main track

Irad Ortiz fought gamely as the beaten favorite and by the looks of the race he'll move forward off this effort.

Race #3 - #1 - Remstin - 6f on the inner

He bobbled at the start and finished up with good interest for show money.

Race #4 - #7 - Proud Lily - 6f on the inner

First time starter who was brushed briskly leaving the gate and was two wide on the final turn finishing 4th.

Race #7 - #8 - Cause for Surprise - 6f on the inner

Raced wide throughout and was forced to steady at the 1/8th pole.

Gulfstream Park

12/18/16

Race #4 - #6 - Jaunt - 1 mile on the turf

Beaten favorite who was stalking nicely and came up a little bit short. - He'll benefit from this race.

Race #5 - #3 - Curlin's Approval - 1 mile on the dirt

Keeneland shipper who was a beaten favorite an dueled gamely for second money.

Race #8 - #5 - Flatlined - 7 1/2f on the turf

Stalked and dueled gamely and this race may lead to a little more distance.

Turfway Park

12/17/16

Race #3 - #6 - Mary Falvey - 5f on the AW

She came away slow from the gate and was bumped soundly. She managed a solid fourth place effort under Tyler Pizzaro.

Race #4 - #10 - Secret Trick - 1 1/16 on the AW

Filly was a beaten favorite this day and raced gamely while being four wide.

Race #6 - #6 - Wayward Kitten - 1 1/16 on the AW

Trailed the field and made up ground around the far turn and finished a very game fourth place effort.