HawthorneSun, June 16, 2024

TOUGH LITTLE NUT (1) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when fourth, beaten 2.75 lengths, over 1m1 1/2f at Keeneland (Turf). Cherry-ripe now and is expected to feature in the finish. SHADY MCGEE (7) is fitter for two runs from a lay-off, last start finishing 2.5 lengths away in second over 1m at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Turf). Among the major players. EYE ON RY (2) was in the firing line on the corner and finished second last time over 1m at this track (Turf) when resuming from a lay-off, beaten 2.2.5 lengths. Ready to go one better. VALIANT WEST (9) worked home well and finished third last time over 6f at this track (Dirt), beaten 6 lengths. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish.