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2026 Wood Memorial Aqueduct

Distance: 1 1/8 Miles A- Par OPI: 96
Update Finalized
April 1, 2026

Official Field Analysis: Wood Memorial (G2)

Post: 6:34 PM ET

The Wood Memorial dynamic has shifted with the arrival of Napoleon Solo, who bypasses Oaklawn for a friendlier pace setup in New York. The Free PPs model identifies Iron Honor as the horse to beat; his Lifetime Track and Distance filter is a perfect 2-for-2. We are closely monitoring Bravaro and Ottinho with Blinkers ON today; historically, this move for these high-percentage barns is designed to keep tactical pressers focused through the demanding final furlong. While Buetane brings "paper speed" from the West Coast, he must satisfy our 9-furlong surface efficiency filter to be considered a "Real Winner" at the Grade II level.

Hard Filters Active: Lifetime Track & Distance
OPI Pedigree Deep-Dive

The 9-furlong test at Aqueduct demands elite stamina. Our OPI Pedigree Index identifies Courting (11.2 Index) and Napoleon Solo (10.5 Index) as the stamina aristocrats. Conversely, speed-oriented types like Talk to Me Jimmy (7.8 Index) must prove they can sustain their Recent Speed Figures (96) past the 1 1/16-mile "stamina ceiling."

Sponsored Analysis
Top Selection
1 Napoleon Solo
OPI Score 145.8
Comp. Grade A+
Recent Speed 90
Lifetime Track & Distance Filter Result
Stamina & Surface focus (OPI Pedigree > 7.0 + Lifetime T/D).

Value Audit

1
Napoleon Solo
3/1
speed
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2
Talk to Me Jimmy
6/1
speed
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3
Right to Party
12/1
closer
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4
Steel
20/1
closer
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5
Ocelli
15/1
stalker
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6
Minorinconvenience
10/1
speed
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7
Albus
15/1
stalker
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8
Courting
8/1
stalker
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9
Bravaro
5/1
stalker
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10
Red Zone Runner
8/1
speed
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11
Ottinho
10/1
closer
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12
Buetane
4/1
stalker
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13
Iron Honor
2/1
stalker
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Note: OPI scores are mathematical projections based on historical performance and track variants. They do not account for late-breaking incidents, paddock behavior, or human error. Use this data as a tool, not a guarantee. Wager Responsibly.
Track Intelligence Engine
Data Sync: Mar 31, 2026 - 8:37 am PDT Projected Model: No Guarantee of Results
Post Horse OPI Pedigree Comp Grade Recent Speed OPI Score Status
1 Napoleon Solo 3/1 10.5 A+ 90 145.8 PAPER
2 Talk to Me Jimmy 6/1 7.8 B 96 132.9 REAL WINNER
3 Right to Party 12/1 8.2 C+ 86 129.2 PAPER
4 Steel 20/1 8.5 C 83 122.8 PAPER
5 Ocelli 15/1 7.9 B- 92 132.7 PAPER
6 Minorinconvenience 10/1 8.1 C+ 84 129.7 PAPER
7 Albus 15/1 8.8 C 87 124.7 PAPER
8 Courting 8/1 11.2 B 85 134.4 PAPER
9 Bravaro 5/1 8.4 A- 90 137.4 PAPER
10 Red Zone Runner 8/1 8.0 B+ 96 133.7 PAPER
11 Ottinho 10/1 9.5 B- 83 130.6 PAPER
12 Buetane 4/1 9.0 B 92 142.1 PAPER
13 Iron Honor 2/1 9.2 A 95 143.3 REAL WINNER

OPI Watchlist: 2026 Wood Memorial

Iron Honor (#13)

Style: Stalker

A+
OPI Scout: OPI Surge (143.3) and "Real Winner" status. Undefeated at the track and distance.
Napoleon Solo (#1)

Style: Stalker

A
OPI Scout: Field-high Competitive Grade (107). Re-routed from Arkansas Derby; 2nd off layoff peak candidate.
Bravaro (#9)

Style: Presser

B+
OPI Scout: OPI Score (137.4) potentially boosted by "Blinkers ON" move for Saffie Joseph.
The "Hard Filter" Forecast

Hard Filter Alert: Steel and Ottinho designated as "Paper Contenders" due to Recent Speed Figures failing to meet the Grade II par. Iron Honor and Talk to Me Jimmy remain the only "Real Winners" with proven 9f success.

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