Wed, August 14, 2024

SUSTENANCE (7) improved last time out, finishing 0.3 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 7f at Laurel after being in contention on the corner. Faces an easier assignment so he is one of the main contenders. COOLER KING (3) couldn't have been more impressive when resuming last start when he scored by 4 lengths over 6f at Penn National (Dirt). Will be better for that latest run and is expected to run well again. ETRETAT (1) settled towards the back of the field last start and made little impact in the straight when fifth, beaten 5 lengths, over this journey at this track (Dirt). Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. BRIGHT FORECAST (2) finished second last start over 5½f at this track (Dirt) when he made late ground, beaten 2 lengths. Ready to go one better.