Sun, September 29, 2024

SHOW TIME (1) was popular when resuming last start over 6½f at Saratoga (Dirt) but finished fifth, beaten 16 lengths. Has a very strong second up record. Can improve sharply. UNCLE BERLEY (2) made progress last time out, finishing 7 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 7f at this track after being in the firing line on the corner. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. DEWY'S BEAST (5) is coming along nicely this prep. Finished seventh when fresh from a lay-off two starts back at Ellis Park (Dirt) then improved and scored over 6f at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Dirt) three-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by half a length after being in contention on the turn. Finds a tougher race but he has the talent to test this line-up. SUTHERLAND (4) was in contention on the turn and finished third last time over 1m at Belterra Park (Dirt), beaten 6 lengths. Will trim down following recent racing. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run.