Sun, December 15, 2024

PRIZE FIGHTER (8) missed the frame last time when eighth at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on three consecutive occasions. Reshawn Latchman has registered three minor placings when on board. Bold showing expected. BUDDY BUDDY (3) turned in a sound effort last time but found one better at Mountaineer Park (Dirt) over 5½f, beaten 0.1 lengths. Won't mind coming back in distance. Major player. MY FRIENDS BEER (9) is a seven-year-old gelding who is having his first run for the Manolo Mangual stable. Resumes after finishing fifth at Gulfstream Park (Dirt) at his last run nine weeks ago. Not seen at the trials but is in a nice race. Should feature in the finish. EMPEROROFTHEDARK (2) made progress last time out, finishing 4 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 4½f at this track. Suitably placed so he can figure again.