Sat, October 05, 2024

DEAL EM (5) has been in the placings at his last two starts, finishing third last time over 1m1/2f at this track. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. MR MORRIS (3) resumes from a lay-off of ten weeks and comes here off the back of three straight wins. Same scenario as the last success and will take beating again. HORATIO (6) turned in a strong run two starts ago at this track then failed to back it up over 1m1f in the G3 British Columbia Derby at this track last time, beaten 14 lengths into tenth. Appeals back in trip this time so worth forgiving. BECKETT'S BEST (1) dug deep to score two runs back then was beaten 2.75 lengths into third over 6½f at this track last time seven weeks ago. Sound record at this distance with three wins and two minor placings from seven runs and must be respected.