Fri, November 08, 2024

VELOCIRAPTOR (4) missed the frame on debut then progressed nicely at his second outing when prominent at the bend, finishing 3 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 6f at this track. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. BADGE OF WAR (2) finished 8 lengths from the winner in fifth on turf at Kentucky two starts back. Missed the frame in another run on turf last time at Aqueduct over 1m1/2f when 5 lengths adrift in seventh. Worth following up back on dirt. GARDEN LEAVE (9) returns after four-and-a-half months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a eighth over 1m3f at Aqueduct (Turf). Leading player on best figures - bold showing expected. ANTHONIAN (5) returns after 14 months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a fourth over 6f at this track (Dirt). Has ability and must be included in calculations.