AqueductSat, December 30, 2023

ICY FLAVOR (8) went forward last start over 6f at this track (Dirt) and held on well for second, beaten 5 lengths. Should cross from wide out. In a suitable race and can figure in the finish. AGILITY (7) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a lay-off on July 15 finishing seventh and beaten 1.3 lengths over 6f at Saratoga (Dirt). Now under the care of new trainer Fernando Abreu. Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. FORTUNE'S NEPHEW (1) accounted for a maiden field over 7f at this track (Dirt) last start when fresh from a break. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Re-unites with K Carmouche who was on board last start. Must be respected now that the penny has dropped. THE INSTITUTE (2) is having his first run since winning by 1.3 lengths five-and-a-half weeks ago over 6f at Finger Lakes. Has transferred to the Horacio Depaz stable over the break.