AqueductThu, June 20, 2024

Group 2 winner L'IMPERATOR (1) returns after a lay-off of six-and-a-half weeks. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 2m1f at Camden. Has a solid when resuming record of three wins and two placings from six starts. Has found the right race. RAMPOLDI PLAN (5) went forward when resuming last start over 2m1f at Middleburg Spring (Turf) and held on well for second, beaten 0.3 lengths. Taking on a better line-up this time but he has the ability to mix it with them. Group 1 winner AWAKENED (7) was prominent in the run and gave a sight when fresh from a lay-off last start, finishing third over 2m4f in Group 2 grade at Middleburg Spring (Turf). One of the better chances. Group 1 placegetter FREDDY FLINTSHIRE (6) resumes. After filling a minor placing at his only appearance last prep at grade 1 level at saratoga (turf) over 2m1/2f on july 19. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Must be respected.