Episode 102 of Chicago Race of the Day delves into the Hawthorne 8th on Friday, December 20: a well-matched starter optional claiming dirt sprint full of in-form horses. Pace and trip are going to prove key, so join me for a look at the field, and let’s figure this race out!

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