Del Mar Sunday, November 26: Native Diver Analysis

The Saturday card from Del Mar Thoroughbred Club promises a day of thrilling races, with the spotlight on the prestigious Native Diver event. Let’s delve into the key races and top selections for an action-packed day at Del Mar.

Full Card Analysis

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 1

Post: 12:30 PM PT; $61k Maiden Special Weight going 6 1/2 f on dirt; Entries: 6

• #3 SHE’S A TEMPEST (5-2) is the top pick and is likely to improve off the first start. With solid early pace figures and a lack of front-running speed in the race, this Knapp barn contender, guided by Pereira, looks promising.
• #5 CRITICISM (4-1) is a major player, likely sitting mid-pack and unleash a powerful late run. The speed figures make sense for this competitive entry.
• #1 TOULOUSE DETRAC (8-1) is set to be competitive, having shown solidity in recent starts. Anticipate a big performance from this runner over the distance.
• #6 KOPION (6-5), debuting with Mandella and Prat, is a competitive entrant ready to make an impact.

Selections: 3 – 5 – 1 – 6

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 2

Post: 12:58 PM PT; $39k Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 6

• #5 LAMBEAU (5-1) is the top selection, boasting solid early pace figures and experience against decent competition.
• #6 ESTABLISHED (5-2) is another top pick, consistently running races good enough to beat this group.
• #2 IMPOSSIBLE TASK (10-1), a price horse and the class of the field, is expected to be competitive.
• #4 DISKO TRIBUTE (2-1), with the top overall power rating, is a fringe contender proven to handle these conditions.

Selections: 5 – 6 – 2 – 4

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 3

Post: 1:27 PM PT; $36k Claiming going 5 f on turf; Entries: 8

• #8 PHENOM (2-1) secures the top selection, running for Damato and Hernandez. With tactical speed, she can execute a stalk-and-pounce strategy.
• #6 NU PI LAMBDA (15-1), a price horse and class of the field, is a fringe contender with the ability to beat this group.
• #4 ANGELCENTS (5-2), running against decent competition, is a solid contender ready for a big run.
• #1 SHE’S RESILIENT (6-1), though running for minor placings, has proven capabilities in these conditions.

Selections: 8 – 6 – 4 – 1

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 4

Post: 1:56 PM PT; $35k Maiden Claiming going 6 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #6 CALIFORNIA TIGER (7-5) takes the top selection as the class of the field.
• #7 JOHN DUNBAR (2-1), will likely improve. This one is set to be competitive and has proven abilities in these conditions.
• #3 CAROL’S COMIC (5-1) is a fringe contender, posing a threat to get loose on the front end.
• #5 EL REY DORADO (5-1) is another fringe contender, showcasing solidity against decent competition.

Selections: 6 – 7 – 3 – 5

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 5

Post: 2:25 PM PT; $63k Allowance Optional Claiming going 5 f on turf; Entries: 10

• #5 KING APOLLO (5-1) secures the top selection, making sense on speed figures and holding the top overall power rating.
• #3 SAWASDEE (5-1) is a major player, running races good enough to beat this group and showing consistency in recent starts.
• #7 MISTER ICEMAN (7-2) is a major player, likely to be part of the early pace.
• #9 CANE CREEK ROAD (4-1) will be competitive, sitting in the second tier and making a well-timed run. Running for Hess and Fresu, this contender adds excitement.

Selections: 5 – 3 – 7 – 9

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 6

Post: 2:55 PM PT; $25k Claiming going 6 1/2 f on dirt; Entries: 7

• #6 PLAY CHICKEN (8-1) gets the top selection, having been competitive against decent company.
• #4 K P KWEST (5-2) is a major player, holding the top overall power rating and showcasing solid early pace figures.
• #7 BUCK OWENS (15-1) is a price horse, set to be competitive and potentially getting loose on the front end.
• #5 DEVIL MOON (9-5) will be competitive, presenting a threat to get loose on the front end and having a solid record against decent company.

Selections: 6 – 4 – 7 – 5

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 7

Post: 3:25 PM PT; $63k Allowance Optional Claiming going 1 m on turf; Entries: 12

• #2 LAKOTA SPIRIT (3-1) secures the top selection, making sense on speed figures.
• #3 TIERGARTEN (4-1) will be competitive, running races good enough to beat this group.
• #10 MYFAVORITEDAUGHTER (8-1) will be competitive, likely to make a competitive run in the lane.
• #7 IDESSIA (7-2) will be competitive, making sense on speed figures and potentially getting up with a competitive run.

Selections: 2 – 3 – 10 – 7

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 8

Post: 3:55 PM PT; $100k Native Diver S. going 1 1/8 m on dirt; Entries: 7

• #7 MR FISK (3-1) takes the top selection, potentially benefiting from a hot pace up front and projecting to sit mid-pack before making a run.
• #5 NEWGRANGE (5-2) is a major player, running races good enough to beat this group.
• #6 SKINNER (4-1) is another major player, potentially benefiting from a hot pace up front and ready to handle the distance.
• #3 CELESTIAL MOON (10-1), a price horse, will be competitive, having proven abilities in these conditions.

Selections: 7 – 5 – 6 – 3

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club- 9

Post: 4:25 PM PT; $61k Maiden Special Weight going 1 1/16 m on turf; Entries: 11

• #8 CARIBBEAN KING (5-1) secures the top selection, expected to handle the distance well and standing as the class of the field.
• #9 PLAYER B (6-1) gets the top selection, with a good closing kick that could make an impact late in the race.
• #7 NATION (5-2) is a major player, set to improve off the first start and guided by Prat.
• #2 KHANTARO D’ORO (10-1) is a price horse, a major player making sense on speed figures and a good bet to hit the board.

Selections: 8 – 9 – 7 – 2

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