The field spans across ages, but my money's on the oldest, six-year-old USHBA TESORO.

⭐ 2023 Breeders' Cup Picks: MOSTAHDAF (+250) at BetMGMĪrcangelo's withdrawal from the race took out one of the year's highlight stories from the mix. A quick turnaround from that tough race will test his mettle here.Īlso notable are Shahryar, who has undergone a wind operation following a close 2nd in the Japan Cup and a lackluster run in August, and the consistent War Like Goddess, a steadfast competitor with seven wins in nine attempts at this distance. King Of Steel seeks redemption after a close 4th at Leopardstown, recently securing victory at Ascot's Champion Stakes G1 on heavy turf. His layoff since August is seen as no barrier, and he's rated the top contender by Timeform. My pick here is MOSTAHDAF who has shifted from consistent to champion this year, capturing the Prince of Wales’s Stakes G1 and Juddmonte International G1. His latest win at Leopardstown, however, showcased his peak form, leaving us to question which Auguste Rodin will appear at Santa Anita. Auguste Rodin, aiming to mirror High Chaparral's 2002 feat, approaches this race after a mixed season-dominant in both Derbies, yet disappointing at Ascot.

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