The Meadows Pa Race 9 - Race 9 - 1609m
HADES HANOVER (2) ran fourth last start at Pocono Downs over 1609m, beaten 11 metres. Talented and has plenty of upside. Sure to enjoy an economical run from this draw. Finds a suitable assignment and will be a major force. BEL RAGAZZO (5) turned in another strong performance last time when he battled on bravely to finish third over 1609m at Pocono Downs, adding to a good third on debut at Pocono Downs the run prior. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his form to date he is good enough to take this out. RUGGED CHARM (4) finished third over 1609m at this track last start at his first racetrack appearance. Strips fitter and can play a role. SA'S TIKI BAR (3) is better than his last-start eighth over 1609m at this track.

Driver: Wilbur Yoder
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Two-year-old colt facing the starter for the second time. At debut 7th (Fr2) over 1609m at this track beaten 90 m by Keystone Augusta (1:57.00) in POPUP2YOCG on July 2 at $90.60. Can't tip based on recent efforts.
Last Starts 9 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/7 | 02/07/2026 | - | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Tom Svrcek | 1:57.00 | 2 |
| 87.8L | $90.60 |
| 4/6 | 23/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Tom Svrcek | 2:00.40 | 0 |
| 23.25L | $0.00 |
| 7/8 | 16/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Tom Svrcek | 2:02.30 | 0 |
| 76.5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Brady Brown
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Last start 4th (Fr2) over 1609m at Pocono Downs, beaten 11 m by Lindy On The Wall (1:56.30) in ALL-STARS on July 4 at $17.20. Two runs back won by a neck as favourite (Fr1) at this track (1:59.10) beating Red Andray in POPUP2YOCG on June 25 at $2.60. Strong winning prospects.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 04/07/2026 | 9 | ALL-STARS | $43,541.00 | Pocono Downs | 1609m | Fast | Brady Brown | 1:56.30 | 2 |
| 11.3L | $17.20 |
| 1/8 | 25/06/2026 | - | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Brady Brown | 1:59.10 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $2.60 |
| 2/7 | 09/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Brady Brown | 1:59.10 | 0 |
| 1.5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Shawn Johnston
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Last start 8th (Fr7) over 1609m at this track well beaten by Lou Armstrong (1:56.10) in POPUP2YOCG on June 25 at $17.20. Before that, 4th (Fr1) over 1609m at this track, beaten 9 m by Royal Reid (2:00.20) in 2YOCNW1EXT on June 19 at $4.80. Solid top-three contender.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 25/06/2026 | 6 | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Shawn Johnston | 1:56.10 | 7 |
| 90.0L | $17.20 |
| 4/8 | 19/06/2026 | 9 | 2YOCNW1EXT | $12,552.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Aaron Johnston | 2:00.20 | 1 |
| 9.0L | $4.80 |
| 3/9 | 10/06/2026 | - | CGNW1EXTPM | $12,552.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Shawn Johnston | 1:59.00 | 9 |
| 3.0L | $80.60 |
| 5/7 | 02/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Shawn Johnston | 2:05.20 | 0 |
| 6.75L | $0.00 |

Driver: Justin Walters
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Two-year-old colt lining up for the second time. At debut solid effort when 3rd (Fr7) over 1609m at this track beaten 8 m by Noren (2:) in POPUP2YOCG on July 2 at $7.50. Capable of another big run.
Last Starts 9 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 02/07/2026 | - | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Ronnie Wrenn (Jnr) | 2:00.00 | 7 |
| 8.3L | $7.50 |
| 2/6 | 23/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Justin Walters | 2:01.30 | 0 |
| 18L | $0.00 |

Driver: Dave Palone
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Two back was well beaten into third behind T Money at Pocono Downs over 1609m in a NW2PM 2YOC on June 21 at $2.40. Then a handy effort when well beaten into third behind Yankee Boss at Pocono Downs over 1609m in a 2YOCG on June 28 at $10.70. Genuine contender in this suitable contest.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 28/06/2026 | 7 | 2YOCG | $23,222.00 | Pocono Downs | 1609m | Fast | Jim Marohn (Jnr) | 1:57.40 | 7 |
| 22.5L | $10.70 |
| 3/5 | 21/06/2026 | - | NW2PM 2YOC | $20,223.00 | Pocono Downs | 1609m | Fast | Ridge Warren | 1:59.30 | 3 |
| 22.5L | $2.40 |
| 2/6 | 10/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pocono Downs | 1609m | Fast | D R Ackerman | 1:58.00 | 0 |
| 18L | $0.00 |
| 4/5 | 03/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pocono Downs | 1609m | Fast | D R Ackerman | 2:02.10 | 0 |
| 11.25L | $0.00 |

Driver: Anthony MacDonald
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Two-year-old gelding lining up for the second time. At debut 8th (Fr6) over 1609m at this track well beaten by Commanders Moni (1:58.10) in POPUP2YOCG on June 25 at $67.70. Happy to risk.
Last Starts 16 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 25/06/2026 | - | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Anthony MacDonald | 1:58.10 | 6 |
| 93.0L | $67.70 |
| 4/6 | 14/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Northfield Park | 1609m | Fast | Anthony MacDonald | 2:02.40 | 0 |
| 38.25L | $0.00 |

Driver: Mike Wilder
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Last start 6th (Fr3) over 1609m at this track, beaten 45 m by Roll'n In Moni (1:56.40) in POPUP2YOCG on July 2 at $14.90. Two runs back 3rd (Fr2) over 1609m at this track, beaten 4 m by Royal Reid (2:00.20) in 2YOCNW1EXT on June 19 at $4.90. Needs to lift.
Last Starts 9 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 02/07/2026 | 13 | POPUP2YOCG | $14,514.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Mike Wilder | 1:56.40 | 3 |
| 45.0L | $14.90 |
| 3/8 | 19/06/2026 | - | 2YOCNW1EXT | $12,552.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Mike Wilder | 2:00.20 | 2 |
| 3.8L | $4.90 |
| 1/7 | 02/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Meadows | 1609m | Fast | Mike Wilder | 2:05.20 | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 |