Thu, November 21, 2024

LAWYER UP RILEY (6) was close to a maiden win before a nine months break, finishing off with a placing over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Re-unites with Juan Mauricio Nunez. Looks all set to kick the campaign off the right way. MITBY (8) is a three-year-old gelding who is having his first run for the Anthony Farrior stable. Hasn't raced since finishing in the placings at Gulfstream Park (Dirt) 12 weeks ago. Not seen at the trials but looks well placed. Bold showing expected. NO BRAKE NEEDED (4) finished second last start over 7f at this track (Dirt) to make it four minor placings from nine runs. Has a solid record here with four top-three finishes to his name. Strong chance. HOYLAKE (5) raced on the speed from the outset last start and finished second, beaten 1.75 lengths, over 1m at Mountaineer Park (Dirt). It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is one of the key runners.