Churchill DownsWed, September 18, 2024

OPTICAL (9) is yet to break through in three runs. Finished fourth at his last appearance over 1m at Kentucky (Turf) on September 5. This looks a nice race so expect him to be right in the finish. GOLDEN ICE (1) started at big odds on debut last start but ran a bold race, finishing third and beaten 2.5 lengths over 6½f at Colonial Downs (Dirt). Has ability and looks sure to measure up. REB (11) finished seventh two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 7f at Ellis Park, beaten 2.2.5 lengths. Meets some better types this time but this looks well within his grasp. G ERIK (8) was at long odds on debut last time out and finished fifth, beaten 5.5 lengths, over 6f at Ellis Park (Dirt). Improver worth including.