Del MarSat, July 27, 2024

CITY EXILE (3) finds it hard to win with just one success from 11 starts. Was again denied last start when he found one better over 1m at Santa Anita. Taking on a better field but he is capable of running a bold race. RIMPROTECTOR (6) multiple Group 3 placegetter. Dug deep to win by 0.1 lengths two runs back at Golden Gate Fields (Synthetic) then finished third over 1m6f in the G3 San Juan Capistrano Stakes at Santa Anita (Turf) last time. Will find this easier. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Will prove tough to beat. BIG BET JAFINSAFA (9) scored last start at Santa Anita (Turf) to make it two wins from three starts this campaign. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Will give backers a great sight. ONE OF THESE DAYS (4) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at Santa Anita (Turf) over 1m2f. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time.