AqueductSat, June 29, 2024

COLONEL VARGO (4) has 11 wins and five minor placings from 20 outings this campaign. Scored last start by 3.5 lengths at this track (Dirt) over 6f after being up on the pace all the way. Meets some better types this time but a big run will not surprise. HIGH HEAT (7) turned in a moderate run over this journey last time out, settling out the back and failing to come on when fifth over 6f at this track (Dirt). Ideally placed and is sure to take plenty of stopping. BUSTIN SHOUT (2) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 7 lengths when fourth over 6½f at this track eight weeks ago. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. RIBBONS AND MEDALS (3) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 6½f at this track, beaten 2.75 lengths after being prominent at the bend. Fitter this time will prove harder to beat.