Churchill DownsSun, November 26, 2023

COMMANDO JOE (9) gets a change of rider and has been freshened up since finishing ninth over 1m1/4f at Listed level at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Dirt) last start.Last run worth forgiving.Can atone.EMPERADOR (2) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 6f at this track, beaten 7 lengths.Finds a more suitable contest and can take this out.RIVER BOY (5) had been in top form scoring three wins on end prior to missing the frame last time out at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Dirt).Coming back in journey today.Has the pace to settle in the leading division.One of the main contenders.STAND FOR FREEDOM (8) was safely held when eighth last time out over 6½f at this track, beaten 12 lengths, after a win at Keeneland at the previous outing.Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish