Churchill Downs Hotlist - June 11

Today’s Churchill Downs Hot List races to watch
Saturday, June 11, 2022

By Bob Ehalt and Matt Shifman

Hot List Key:     

A : A preferred horse to watch                   B: Secondary horse to watch
*C: Went down 2 or more betting notches in the final 3 minutes and finished 1st through 3rd
*D: Went down 2 or more betting notches and finished 4^th or worse
* - 4 or more betting notches if 11-1 or more.

1st race –  (3) Dual Threat was fourth against better company and should prove best here. (5) Calipari might prefer a dry track. (6) Commander Compton should be helped by a switch to Florent. Betting strategy: 3 to win, place. Exacta box: 3-5-6. Doubles: 3-5-6 with 1-3-6.

2nd race – (6) J.E.’s Handmedown returns to a claimer and can handle this group. (1) In Sky We Trust was a good third last time and may be the main rival. (3) Established should be competitive at this level. Betting strategy: 6 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-3-6.

4th race – The (1) entry of Eminent Victor and Schlofmitz is the standout in this field. (9) Whenthedawnbreaks should pose a big threat in the stretch. (3) Al Qahira is worth a look after a maiden win. (12) Fancy Martini has some ability but must overcome a bad post if she draws in. Betting strategy: 1 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-3-9-12.

6th race – (4) Salute the Flag (B) finished a game second in her debut against winners and should make amends here. (2) Jazzy Lady was second in her last two starts and should be the main foe. (1) Sunny Isle Beach should be a threat from the rail. Betting strategy: 4 to win, place. Exacta box: 1-2-4.

10th race – (4) Carotari seeks a fourth straight win and should notch it here. (5) Johnny Unleashed disappointed last time but can bounce back here. (6) Oceanic had a rough trip last time and merits a second chance here. (7) Smokin’ Jay was second to the top pick and should not be ignored. Betting strategy: 4 to win, place. Exacta box: 4-5-6-7.