Del MarSun, July 21, 2024

POP D'ORO (4) progressed nicely last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished just 0.6 lengths from the winner in third over 6f at Los Alamitos after being in contention on the turn. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is capable of a big performance. THE BIG CHEESEOLA (5) has been thereabouts since getting off the mark six runs back, the latest effort a second over 6f at Los Alamitos (Dirt). Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Sure to be in the finish. DEVIL AMONG US (7) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when sixth over 6f at Santa Anita (Dirt). Faces an easier assignment so he is sure to be prominent. VILIFIED (8) showed good early speed over 6f at Los Alamitos (Dirt) last time and went on to salute by 0.8 lengths. Has been in super form this campaign, finishing in the money at each of his three starts. Not to be discounted.