Sat, November 30, 2024

HARD AS LIFE (3) finished 2.5 lengths from the winner in fifth last start over 1m1f at Keeneland, an improvement on his eighth at Kentucky the run before. Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to test this field. WAR AND MAJESTY (16) put the writing on the wall last time when third at Keeneland (Turf) over 1m, beaten 2.75 lengths. Must raise the bar but he has the talent to test this line-up. ANEGADA (10) was out of the money when resuming but has since been on the money on two consecutive occasions, the latest when third over 1m at Keeneland (Turf). Should be poised just off the lead. One of the main contenders. CULTURE WAR (7) missed the placings two runs back then didn't do any better last start when 46 lengths away in 11th over 1m1/2f at this track. Suitably placed so can turn things around.