Cox Archives - Lady and The Track
Greenpointcrusader Charges Into Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds
March 21, 2016 | Reinier MacatangayGreenpointcrusader Charges Into Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds: When a horse turns in a good effort under new tactics, the versatility shown becomes a plus. Therefore Greenpointcrusader, the “class” choice for the $1 million Louisiana Derby (GII) at Fair Grounds on Saturday, deserves extra consideration because he ran well in an uncomfortable scenario last time given […]
Wedding Toast, Curalina Outclass Beldame Rivals
September 23, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayWedding Toast, Curalina Outclass Beldame Rivals: Gamblers preferring vertical wagers might find the Beldame Invitational (GI) disappointing. Only six horses enter the gate on Saturday for the nine furlong event at Belmont Park. The two expected favorites, Wedding Toast and Curalina, hold the best chance. One contender, House Rules, may pull off an upset with […]
Tapiture and Race Day the Two Choices in 2015 Oaklawn Handicap
April 9, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayTapiture and Race Day the Two Choices in 2015 Oaklawn Handicap: Gainesway Farm’s Tapit might end up as the real winner this weekend. Not only is Tapit the sire of Untapable, almost a certain winner of the upcoming Apple Blossom, but Tapiture and Race Day will compete in the nine-furlong Grade II Oaklawn Park Handicap on […]
Untapable Will Improve in Historic Apple Blossom Handicap at Oaklawn
April 7, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayUntapable Will Improve in Historic Apple Blossom Handicap at Oaklawn: Those skeptical of Untapable’s chances to redeem herself this weekend might look to 2010, the year trainer Steve Asmussen sent out the great Rachel Alexandra to two consecutive losses after a Horse of the Year season. But, Rachel Alexandra did improve a great deal in her […]
Race Day and Todd Pletcher Hold Edge Over Tapiture in Razorback at Oaklawn
March 12, 2015 | Reinier MacatangayRace Day and Todd Pletcher Hold Edge Over Tapiture in Razorback at Oaklawn: Two races prior to the featured Rebel on Saturday, the Grade 3 Razorback for older horses features an interesting group of well-known competitors including Tapiture and Ride On Curlin. The race also features a horse rising in the stakes ranks named Race Day […]
