by Al CImaglia
July 17, 2026
Hoosier Park begins the weekend with a 14-race card. The Spot Plays are in Race 1, Race 9, and Race 10. Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.
Race 1 (5:30 PM EDT)
3-Revelry (8-1)-This 10-year-old went off at 17-1 last time but that was leaving from post 7. Still could be overlooked and can offer a very nice return. Has been stuck with outside post draws in the last 3 races. Did show some improvement when dropped to this level last time and off a wide trip cashed a small check. Went the back half in 54.2 and should be closer to the leader at the top of the lane with this post draw. Will look for a more efficient trip and to finish best of all.
3-2-8
Playing #3 Revelry to Win
Race 9 (8:34 PM EDT)
4-Book The Fight (9/2)-Bumps up after getting a nice pocket ride into spicy fractions and rolled by at 8-1. This is a fast horse who in 4 of the last 6 races has a win, plus losses by <1 length in 3 starts. Should fit nicely with this crew, draws the 2nd best post and could offer a square price. Jordan Ross can get a good early seat and it wouldn't be a shock if a trip out win happens again.
4-5-1
Using #4 Book The Fight in a Win Bet.
Race 10 (8:57 PM EDT)
4-Golden Bay N (7/2)-Got a nice trip in last but was no match against a well-meant winner who closed in 27.2 and stopped the clock 149.4. Now the Tyler George veteran drops, lands in a more comfortable spot, and the previous winner is not in the mix this time. Needs a smooth trip and should be able to land on the point without burning a lot of gas. Won't be 13-1 tonight but could take a picture at a fair price.
4-5-1
Will use #4 Golden Bay N in a Win Bet
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