Charles TownSat, October 12, 2024

HONEYQUIST (7) returns from a break of 12 weeks. Consistent performer last prep whose most recent appearance resulted in a win over 5½f at Ellis Park. Boasts a good fresh record including three wins. Sure to prove tough to beat. DUNCAN IDAHO (3) was in the market when resuming but could only manage fifth over 4½f at Listed level at this track (Dirt) last start. Has never been out of the placings at this stage of the prep. Has a good record here at this journey with nine wins and three minor placings from 13 starts. Best form puts him right in this. PORK CHOP PETE (5) continues to race well with a win in a at this track (Dirt) before finishing a nose away in second last time over 4½f in stakes class at this track (Dirt). Yet to miss the frame from six starts at this journey, including two wins and is expected to run well. JEFFERSON NATIVE (2) was unwanted in betting last start but performed beyond expectations when beaten 1.4 lengths into third over 4½f in stakes class at this track (Dirt). Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Can feature in the finish.