Woodbine Mile Analysis

By Simon Bray / 11:30 pm, 09.20.09

Woodbine Mile Stakes (G1) / Woodbine, 09.20.09 / Download Chart (PDF)

PROS

  • Ventura became the first filly or mare to win this race. She was prepared perfectly off a six-month layoff and responded by winning without feeling the whip. She only received weight (three pounds) from her main rival, Met Mile winner Bribon.

CONS

  • Absolutely none.

BOTTOM LINE

  • Ventura is a true champion and ran like one, defeating a quality field easily. She will defend her title in the Filly and Mare Sprint and be one of the shortest priced favorites Breeders Cup weekend and deservedly so.
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1 Comment

As visually impressive race I’ve seen in a long time. Good luck to anyone trying her in her next race.

Posted by R R Marlow / 12:13 am, 10/12/09

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About Simon Bray

Author PhotoSimon Bray retired from training Thoroughbreds in 2004 to become a racing analyst for the TVG network, for which he reports both from the network's Los Angeles studio and on location from the nation's premier racetracks. The Grade 1-winning conditioner of such horses as Startac and Astra learned the game at the highest levels by working for legendary trainers Henry Cecil and Bill Mott. A native of England, Bray is now based in California.

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