Football

Del MarSun, July 28, 2024

24:38 Del Mar

Grade II stk/hcp

| 3yo+

Winner USD $189,000 - 6 runners

1870y

Going:

Surface: D

Race Tip

ARABIAN KNIGHT (4) pacific Classic Stakes winner. Last appeared on November 4 when a good fourth over 1m2f in the G1 Breeders' Cup Classic at Santa Anita (Dirt), beaten 2.5 lengths, which was his only run of the campaign. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Leading contender. NEWGRANGE (5) multiple Group 2 winner. Was in great form last campaign with two wins on end before finishing sixth at the last appearance at Santa Anita. Proven when resuming performer with an impressive win strike-rate. Did commence his last prep with a minor placing over 1m at Santa Anita. Sure to feature. DR VENKMAN (3) Placed in a Group 2. Was well in commission when resuming last start over 7f in the G2 Triple Bend Stakes at Santa Anita (Dirt) when second, beaten 4.5 lengths. Can atone. Group 1 winner EXPRESS TRAIN (1) resumes. After filling a minor placing at his only appearance last prep at listed level at santa anita (dirt) over 6½f on april 27. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Not to be discounted.