Regular, fast workouts, with two or more at high speed, preferably at four furlongs or longer.

If raced, has run at a distance within at least one-half furlong of today's while earning a speed rating of eighty-seven or better.

1. The horse that has run the exact distance the fastest
2. The horse that has run a distance shorter by one-half
furlong the fastest while gaining rapidly and
impressively in the stretch.
3. First-starters bred for high speed, provided the horse
is strongly supported in the wagering.

1. Experienced horses that have not earned speed ratings
of eighty-seven or better.
2. First-starters not bred for high early speed.
3. Horses that have run green or rank, particularly at the
gate or on the turns.

1. A high dosage index
2. A leading stable, or one whose record with
two-year-olds has been outstanding.
3. Alertness, poise, and calm manner in the paddock and
post parade.
4. A leading rider or a favorable jockey change.
5. Had gate problems, from sharp stable, puts blinkers
on. 6. Late tote action.

1. Horses that finished fastest at five furlongs, provided
they finished within two lengths of the winner and
earned a speed rating of eighty-five or better.
2. First-starters from barns that excel with juveniles and
having impressive workouts at six furlongs.