Mon, October 14, 2024

WAR STRIDE (5) is back after a break of nine months. At the last run before the layoff he finished seventh over 6f at Aqueduct (Dirt). Looks the one to beat. RALEIGH ST CLAIR (6) went forward and gave a great sight before finishing second when resuming last time out over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Well placed and there is no reason he cannot salute. PAINTING STONES (1) stepped out on his debut over 6f at this track (Dirt) five weeks ago and finished fifth, beaten 2.75 lengths. Will take a lot from that last run and is worth following up. SEVENTH RACE SHAKE (3) was never in contention last time over 6f at Aqueduct (Turf) when he finished seventh, beaten 4.5 lengths. Expected to feature in the finish this time.