Friday’s American Horse Racing Tips

The progressive DRAKE'S PASSAGE looks worth sticking with as he bids to complete a four-timer. He eased clear at Saratoga last time and couldn't really have been any more impressive. This is actually easier so I expect him to take this before tackling Graded company. Paddington impressed winning 2 of his first 3 starts but blew out last time albeit in tough conditions. If bouncing back he could be the danger. Mistical Curlin is another one to note as he arrives with confidence high at least.

The fact TIME TO DAZZLE was pitched straight into a tough race on debut tells you how highly they regard this filly. She proved up to the task too winning easily by 3 lengths doing her best work late. She goes up slightly in trip and is thrown in at the deep end contesting a Grade 2 here but is clearly an exciting prospect. She should improve and may well make it 2-2 now. Smooth Waves got better with experience to win impressively at the fourth time of asking. She might be the biggest danger.