Finger LakesTue, July 16, 2024

AULA (4) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when sixth and beaten 36 lengths over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt). Must respect the stable decision to remove the blinkers. Major player. ROSE'S PEPINO (6) ran a strong second over 1m at Mountaineer Park (Dirt) two runs back then was below his best last time over 1m1/2f when fifth, beaten 3.5 lengths. Has a solid record at this shorter journey so looks a leading contender. SHANTY SHACK (2) was prominent at the bend and finished second last time over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt), beaten 2.5 lengths. Has a solid record at this course and distance, including four wins. In the right race and is a key runner. KONG LOVES A FIGHT (3) worked home well and finished third last time over 6f at this track (Dirt) when resuming from a lay-off, beaten one length. Meeting a tougher field but on his best form he is one of the key runners.