Fri, November 08, 2024

ASHLEY'S ARCHER (14) finished fifth last time out over 1m1/2f at Woodbine, beaten 0.1 lengths. Hard to go past. GIOCOSO (2) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when sixth and beaten 4 lengths over 1m1/2f in the G2 Bourbon Stakes at Keeneland (Turf). Drawn to stalk the leaders. Among the leading chances. LUCKY MISCHIEF (4) got off the mark over 1m1/2f at Keeneland (Turf) last start, scoring by 1.3 lengths. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Luis Saez was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Tougher assignment this time but is one of the main contenders. MESERO (3) turned in another moderate effort last start when 11 lengths from the winner in fifth over 1m1/2f at Keeneland. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.