Sat, July 13, 2024

BELLE OF THE SOUTH (11) did a fair job on debut last time out, finishing 3 lengths from the winner in fifth over 4½f at Pimlico (Dirt). Big chance based on that effort. GATA BRAZIL (10) is a two-year-old filly at the races for the first time. From an elite family that includes a G1 victor, being by Into Mischief from American Story. Comes from a stable which has an impressive strike rate with the first-starters. Should be thereabouts despite an awkward gate. SOCIAL FORTRESS (1) is on debut for the Jamie Ness stable. Two-year-old filly by Social Inclusion from Cold Hearted Pearl. Likely to get all the favours from this favourable draw. Can measure up. Betting crucial. EXHALE (2) turned in a moderate effort on debut last start when sixth at Parx (Dirt) over 4½f, beaten 9 lengths. Drew out on debut but has a nice gate this time. Looks well placed here and has to be respected.