Fri, January 03, 2025

K C CHIEF (5) will strip fitter for this after running below expectations when resuming at this track (Synthetic), finishing sixth and beaten 6 lengths over 1m1/4f. The engagement of Edgar Perez is a positive move. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. TIDAL FORCES (4) was below his best last time when ninth over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Turf), beaten 8 lengths. Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. GRANDE SOIREE (6) fought on well for third last start over 1m1f at Woodbine, making it two minor placings in a row. Has a good record here at this journey with three wins and four minor placings from 10 starts. Capable of a big run. ICELANDER (2) finished third two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by one length over 1m1/2f at this track (Synthetic). Suitably placed so anticipating another big run.