Del MarSun, July 21, 2024

Shoemaker Mile winner EXAULTED (4) resumed over 1m1/2f in the G2 Wise Dan Stakes at Churchill Downs (Turf) last start where he drifted back early and didn’t threaten, finishing fifth. Generally goes well with that run under the belt. Ready to find best form. Group 2 winner BRAN (5) finished second over 6½f in the G2 Eddie D Stakes at Santa Anita (Turf) at his most recent appearance on September 30. Comes here with definite claims. Group 3 winner WAR AT SEA (2) settled well back last start and never threatened when 7 lengths from the winner in seventh over 6f at Santa Anita (Turf). Steps up a level but he is good enough to take this out. Group 2 winner WATSONVILLE (3) is back from a lay-off of seven months. Scored a good win at his final run last campaign in the G2 Mathis Brothers Mile at Santa Anita (Turf) over 1m. Among the better hopes.