The 22:23 at Horseshoe Indianapolis (usa) features a field of 20 runners.

The field averages an official rating of 78.3, with the strongest runner rated 86 and the weakest at 69. The average time since last run across the field is 55.6 days, indicating runners are somewhat freshened up.



El Michoacano
Recent form figures of 34186-6 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.
Third on the ratings at 85 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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.
The most recent runner in the field with an outing 10 days ago, ticking over nicely and arriving with conditioning exactly where it needs to be.
A 58% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 6.7%, giving away 15% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Rodney Prescott and trainer Antonio Duran completes the picture for this runner.


Ease My Mind
Recent form figures of 43163-7 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 84 and only 2 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 29 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 64% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 0.7%, giving away 9% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Jose Gutierrez (5) and trainer John Haran completes the picture for this runner.


Dreaming Bro
Recent Form 226-564 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.
Third on the ratings at 85 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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 29 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 62% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 2.7%, giving away 11% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Fernando Cruz La De and trainer Joseph Davis completes the picture for this runner.


Gimmel
Recent form figures of 34317-1 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 50 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Third on the win chance ratings at 71% and only 2% off the top projection - a live each-way prospect with the numbers to support a place claim.
The partnership of jockey Irving Moncada and trainer Scott Mullins completes the picture for this runner.


Nine Questions
Recent form figures of 15332-4 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 86, though the ratings advantage is marginal in this competitive-looking field.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A lengthy 148-day absence - 92.4 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
Top of the tree on win chance at 73% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Santo Sanjur and trainer Anthony Granitz completes the picture for this runner.


Crab Crunch
Recent form figures of 97-1421 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 28 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 64% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 0.7%, giving away 9% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Alex Achard and trainer Miguel Silva completes the picture for this runner.


Cow Creek Kid
Recent form figures of 15172-6 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 78 places this runner below the field average (78.3) by 0.3 points, giving away 8 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 26 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 67% and only 6% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Samuel Bermudez and trainer Aaron West completes the picture for this runner.


Henry The Hank
Recent form figures of 6170-72 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 81 and only 5 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 5 8-7, enjoying a 5lb advantage over the top weight and 2.9lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
At 5 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 17 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
The weakest win chance in the field at 48% - 25% below the top-rated and 16.7% under the field average - a genuine outsider on the numbers with plenty to find.
The partnership of jockey Mitchell Murrill and trainer Jonathan Nance completes the picture for this runner.


Benny's Day
Recent form figures of 414344- 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 77 places this runner below the field average (78.3) by 1.3 points, giving away 9 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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.
The longest absence in the field by some margin at 205 days - genuine uncertainty around current ability and best watched unless market support suggests all is well.
Above the field average on win chance at 70% and only 3% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Luis Contreras and trainer Joseph Davis completes the picture for this runner.


House Of Gold
Recent form figures of 535-421 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A recent outing 14 days ago puts this runner below the field average of 55.6 days - ticking over nicely and likely sharper than most.
Above the field average on win chance at 70% and only 3% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Joseph Ramos and trainer Tianna Richardville completes the picture for this runner.


El Michoacano
Recent form figures of 34186-6 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.
Third on the ratings at 85 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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.
The most recent runner in the field with an outing 10 days ago, ticking over nicely and arriving with conditioning exactly where it needs to be.
A 58% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 6.7%, giving away 15% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Rodney Prescott and trainer Antonio Duran completes the picture for this runner.


Ease My Mind
Recent form figures of 43163-7 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 84 and only 2 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 29 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 64% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 0.7%, giving away 9% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Jose Gutierrez (5) and trainer John Haran completes the picture for this runner.


Dreaming Bro
Recent Form 226-564 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.
Third on the ratings at 85 and only 1 points off the top-rated, this runner profiles as a live each-way prospect in this field.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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 29 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 62% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 2.7%, giving away 11% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Fernando Cruz La De and trainer Joseph Davis completes the picture for this runner.


Gimmel
Recent form figures of 34317-1 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 50 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Third on the win chance ratings at 71% and only 2% off the top projection - a live each-way prospect with the numbers to support a place claim.
The partnership of jockey Irving Moncada and trainer Scott Mullins completes the picture for this runner.


Nine Questions
Recent form figures of 15332-4 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 86, though the ratings advantage is marginal in this competitive-looking field.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A lengthy 148-day absence - 92.4 days longer than the field average - introduces genuine uncertainty around current ability in this company.
Top of the tree on win chance at 73% - holding a useful edge over the opposition and the strongest statistical profile in this contest.
The partnership of jockey Santo Sanjur and trainer Anthony Granitz completes the picture for this runner.


Crab Crunch
Recent form figures of 97-1421 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 28 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
A 64% win chance places this runner below the field average (64.7%) by 0.7%, giving away 9% to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
The partnership of jockey Alex Achard and trainer Miguel Silva completes the picture for this runner.


Cow Creek Kid
Recent form figures of 15172-6 reveal a runner in winning mood, having struck twice or more in the last six outings - Proven quality and 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 78 places this runner below the field average (78.3) by 0.3 points, giving away 8 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Third highest in the weights at 4 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
Returning after 26 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
Above the field average on win chance at 67% and only 6% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Samuel Bermudez and trainer Aaron West completes the picture for this runner.


Henry The Hank
Recent form figures of 6170-72 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 81 and only 5 points below the top-rated, this runner profiles as a competitive horse with the scope to outrun its mark.
The lowest weighted runner in the field at 5 8-7, enjoying a 5lb advantage over the top weight and 2.9lb below the average - a featherweight burden that could prove decisive.
At 5 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 17 days, quicker back than the 55.6-day field average - should arrive with more race sharpness than the typical runner here.
The weakest win chance in the field at 48% - 25% below the top-rated and 16.7% under the field average - a genuine outsider on the numbers with plenty to find.
The partnership of jockey Mitchell Murrill and trainer Jonathan Nance completes the picture for this runner.


Benny's Day
Recent form figures of 414344- 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 77 places this runner below the field average (78.3) by 1.3 points, giving away 9 points to the top-rated - competitive enough to get involved but likely needing favours to win.
Third highest in the weights at 5 8-10 and only 2lb off the top weight, this runner carries a competitive burden for this contest.
At 5 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.
The longest absence in the field by some margin at 205 days - genuine uncertainty around current ability and best watched unless market support suggests all is well.
Above the field average on win chance at 70% and only 3% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Luis Contreras and trainer Joseph Davis completes the picture for this runner.


House Of Gold
Recent form figures of 535-421 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 69, this runner is rated 17 points inferior to the top-rated and trails the field average by 9.3 points - a sizeable task on the numbers.
Top weight in the race at 4 8-12, though the spread across the field is narrow and the burden should not be prohibitive.
The youngest in the race at just 4 years old, this runner may still be on the upgrade and has scope to outrun its age profile.
A recent outing 14 days ago puts this runner below the field average of 55.6 days - ticking over nicely and likely sharper than most.
Above the field average on win chance at 70% and only 3% below the top projection - a competitive middleweight on the data with scope to outrun its rating.
The partnership of jockey Joseph Ramos and trainer Tianna Richardville completes the picture for this runner.


In summary, the 22:23 at Horseshoe Indianapolis (usa) shapes as a contest where the leading contenders on the data hold clear advantages, and the race may be run to suit those with strong statistical profiles.