TOP THOROUGHBRED POLL FOR JULY 28
The chase for the Breeders’ Cup is now in full swing. With “win and you’re in” qualifying races in each division dotting the calendar, those ponies looking to prance at Santa Anita come November 1 are mapping out a flight path. Of course the increased activity makes for plenty of excitement, but it also means selecting the top ten Thoroughbreds in the national poll has gotten a bit tougher. Without further ado, let’s take a look at this week’s best and get a thought on each. For a complete national poll visit ntra.com.
1 Wise Dan- Two wins in two starts this year and almost ready for start number 3
2Palace Malice-Some think he is the best and Aug. 2 Whitney a chance to prove it
3 California Chrome-Can’t ignore 5 straight wins and the ease in which he did it
4 Close Hatches-Top female in handicap division and proven against the best
5 Shared Belief-Unbeaten 3 year old has made it look easy so far
6 Bayern-Dominant Haskell win means he might be better than anyone thought
7 Game On Dude- On his day still as good as anybody anywhere
8 Untapable-Never got going in the Haskell but still a fantastic filly
9 Moonshine Mullin- Can’t ignore his last two wins and how he has found himself
10 Will Take Charge-Big horse that always runs tough and never ducks anybody