Sat, June 15, 2024

PRINCE MARCO (6) is a strong when resuming performer who resumes after a break of nine weeks. Was in top form before a lay-off with three straight wins, the latest over 1m1/4f at Tampa Bay Downs. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Among the leading chances. BALTASAR (5) turned in a fine effort to score by 5 lengths at this course and distance last start in a nice progression on the when resuming run. Going up a level this time but he can get the job done. DESERT RULER (1) was in contention on the turn and ran a better race last start to finish a close third over 5½f at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. Group 1 placegetter BORRACHO (4) showed good speed to stalk the pace before drawing clear to score by 0.8 lengths over 5½f here last time out. Cannot be underestimated.