The 18:24 at Delaware Park (usa) features several runners returning from extended absences, introducing an element of unpredictability around current fitness levels.

The field averages an official rating of 70.4, with the strongest runner rated 83 and the weakest at 50. The average time since last run across the field is 62.2 days, indicating runners are somewhat freshened up. Over half the field carries a rating below 75, indicating this may be a race where improvement is required for success at this level.



Hysterics
Recent form figures of 6626-41 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 64 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 6.4 points, giving away 19 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 25 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jorge Ruiz and trainer III A Allen, completes the picture for this runner.


Savanasrioguerrera
Recent form figures of 861 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 60 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 10.4 points, giving away 23 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
An allocation of 3 8-7 places this runner below the field average by 1.7lb, giving away 5lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 40 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 55% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 2%, giving away 12% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Yedsit Hazlewood (5) and trainer Mark Shuman completes the picture for this runner.


Somme River
Recent form figures of 752-1 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 70 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 0.4 points, giving away 13 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 53 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 66% and only 1% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jean Briceno and trainer Justin Nixon completes the picture for this runner.


Saucy Six
Form figures of 654676 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
The 73 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 10-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
The freshest runner in the field having raced just 7 days ago - peak race fitness though the quick turnaround may raise stamina concerns over the closing furlongs.
A 48% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 9%, giving away 19% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Teshawn Hazelwood and trainer Robert Werneth completes the picture for this runner.


Queen Wilhelmina
Recent form figures of 4-71436 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Top-rated horse at 83, though the ratings advantage is marginal in this competitive-looking field.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
Returning after 37 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Paco Lopez and trainer Lindsay Schultz completes the picture for this runner.


Major Mayhem
Recent Form 852-399 demonstrates consistent place-getting ability, with this runner hitting the frame regularly even if the winning post has proved elusive of late.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 76 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 7-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
An allocation of 5 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 45% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 12%, giving away 22% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Sara Hess and trainer Mario Lopez completes the picture for this runner.


Apple Shake Shake
Form figures of 573775 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Third on the ratings at 82 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
An allocation of 6 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
At 6 years old, this is one of the more experienced runner in the field - an age that brings maturity though perhaps not the zip of younger rivals.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 48% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 9%, giving away 19% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Matilda Burnham and trainer Mario Lopez completes the picture for this runner.


Bulle Babe
Recent form figures of 751 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
Anchored at the bottom of the ratings on 50, this runner is rated 33 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 20.4 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 3 8-5, enjoying a 7lb advantage over the top weight and 3.7lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A lengthy 71-day absence - 8.8 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
Above the field average on win chance at 61% and only 6% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Marvin Fernandez (7) and trainer Daniel Velazquez completes the picture for this runner.


Pegster
Recent form figures of 13355-5 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 76 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 7-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Top of the tree on win chance at 67% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Horacio Karamanos and trainer Danielle Hodsdon completes the picture for this runner.


Sweet And Feisty
Recent form figures of 1727-62 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
An OR of 59 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 11.4 points, giving away 24 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
An allocation of 4 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
A recent outing 14 days ago puts this runner below the field average of 62.2 days - ticking over nicely and likely sharper than most.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jose Betancourt and trainer Cesar Nambo completes the picture for this runner.


Go Mischievous
Form figures of 8-64768 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
An OR of 70 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 0.4 points, giving away 13 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 3 8-5, enjoying a 7lb advantage over the top weight and 3.7lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 23 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
The weakest win chance in the field at 41% - 26% below the top-rated and 16% under the field average - a genuine outsider on the numbers with plenty to find.
The partnership of jockey Julio Hernandez and trainer II James Lawrence, completes the picture for this runner.


World Builder
Recent form figures of 228-51 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Above the field average on OR at 78 and only 5 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
An allocation of 3 8-7 places this runner below the field average by 1.7lb, giving away 5lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 42 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Top of the tree on win chance at 67% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Cipriano Gil and trainer Jose Gallegos completes the picture for this runner.


Here'syourtrouble
Recent form figures of 827471- reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 68 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 2.4 points, giving away 15 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
A lengthy 207-day absence - 144.8 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
A 56% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 1%, giving away 11% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Jose Gomez and trainer R Rodriguez completes the picture for this runner.


Risk And Regret
Recent form figures of 371638- reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 77 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 6-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
The longest absence in the field by some margin at 214 days - genuine uncertainty around current ability and best watched unless market support suggests all is well.
Above the field average on win chance at 58% and only 9% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Yedsit Hazlewood (5) and trainer Tim Woolley completes the picture for this runner.


Hysterics
Recent form figures of 6626-41 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 64 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 6.4 points, giving away 19 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 25 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jorge Ruiz and trainer III A Allen, completes the picture for this runner.


Savanasrioguerrera
Recent form figures of 861 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 60 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 10.4 points, giving away 23 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
An allocation of 3 8-7 places this runner below the field average by 1.7lb, giving away 5lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 40 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 55% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 2%, giving away 12% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Yedsit Hazlewood (5) and trainer Mark Shuman completes the picture for this runner.


Somme River
Recent form figures of 752-1 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 70 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 0.4 points, giving away 13 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 53 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 66% and only 1% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jean Briceno and trainer Justin Nixon completes the picture for this runner.


Saucy Six
Form figures of 654676 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
The 73 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 10-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
The freshest runner in the field having raced just 7 days ago - peak race fitness though the quick turnaround may raise stamina concerns over the closing furlongs.
A 48% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 9%, giving away 19% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Teshawn Hazelwood and trainer Robert Werneth completes the picture for this runner.


Queen Wilhelmina
Recent form figures of 4-71436 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Top-rated horse at 83, though the ratings advantage is marginal in this competitive-looking field.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
Returning after 37 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Paco Lopez and trainer Lindsay Schultz completes the picture for this runner.


Major Mayhem
Recent Form 852-399 demonstrates consistent place-getting ability, with this runner hitting the frame regularly even if the winning post has proved elusive of late.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 76 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 7-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
An allocation of 5 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 45% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 12%, giving away 22% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Sara Hess and trainer Mario Lopez completes the picture for this runner.


Apple Shake Shake
Form figures of 573775 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Third on the ratings at 82 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
An allocation of 6 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
At 6 years old, this is one of the more experienced runner in the field - an age that brings maturity though perhaps not the zip of younger rivals.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 48% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 9%, giving away 19% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Matilda Burnham and trainer Mario Lopez completes the picture for this runner.


Bulle Babe
Recent form figures of 751 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
Anchored at the bottom of the ratings on 50, this runner is rated 33 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 20.4 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 3 8-5, enjoying a 7lb advantage over the top weight and 3.7lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A lengthy 71-day absence - 8.8 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
Above the field average on win chance at 61% and only 6% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Marvin Fernandez (7) and trainer Daniel Velazquez completes the picture for this runner.


Pegster
Recent form figures of 13355-5 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 76 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 7-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
Returning after 46 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Top of the tree on win chance at 67% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Horacio Karamanos and trainer Danielle Hodsdon completes the picture for this runner.


Sweet And Feisty
Recent form figures of 1727-62 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
An OR of 59 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 11.4 points, giving away 24 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
An allocation of 4 8-8 places this runner below the field average by 0.7lb, giving away 4lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
A recent outing 14 days ago puts this runner below the field average of 62.2 days - ticking over nicely and likely sharper than most.
Above the field average on win chance at 62% and only 5% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Jose Betancourt and trainer Cesar Nambo completes the picture for this runner.


Go Mischievous
Form figures of 8-64768 paint a picture of steady if unspectacular recent efforts, with this runner yet to find the winning formula in its latest assignments.
An OR of 70 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 0.4 points, giving away 13 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 3 8-5, enjoying a 7lb advantage over the top weight and 3.7lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 23 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
The weakest win chance in the field at 41% - 26% below the top-rated and 16% under the field average - a genuine outsider on the numbers with plenty to find.
The partnership of jockey Julio Hernandez and trainer II James Lawrence, completes the picture for this runner.


World Builder
Recent form figures of 228-51 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
Above the field average on OR at 78 and only 5 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
An allocation of 3 8-7 places this runner below the field average by 1.7lb, giving away 5lb to the top weight - a handy burden in this company.
The youngest in the race at just 3 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 42 days, quicker back than the 62.2-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Top of the tree on win chance at 67% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Cipriano Gil and trainer Jose Gallegos completes the picture for this runner.


Here'syourtrouble
Recent form figures of 827471- reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
Notably, the trajectory of recent performances suggests upward momentum that could see this runner go close today.
An OR of 68 places this runner below the field average (70.4) by 2.4 points, giving away 15 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Above the field average on weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
A 5-year-old operating above the field average age, bringing maturity and racecraft to the table.
A lengthy 207-day absence - 144.8 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
A 56% win chance places this runner below the field average (57%) by 1%, giving away 11% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Jose Gomez and trainer R Rodriguez completes the picture for this runner.


Risk And Regret
Recent form figures of 371638- reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck once in the last six outings - a profile that commands respect.
However, the downward trend in recent efforts raises questions about whether this runner can rediscover its best form.
The 77 official rating sits above the field average (70.4), though the 6-point deficit to the top-rated leaves it with work to do against the classier types.
Above the field average on weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb below the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 4 years old, this runner is younger than the field average and may have physical improvement still to come.
The longest absence in the field by some margin at 214 days - genuine uncertainty around current ability and best watched unless market support suggests all is well.
Above the field average on win chance at 58% and only 9% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Yedsit Hazlewood (5) and trainer Tim Woolley completes the picture for this runner.


In summary, the 18:24 at Delaware Park (usa) appears to be a genuinely open affair with several runners holding similar claims, making it a tricky puzzle for punters to solve.