HawthorneSat, June 22, 2024

KING ANTHONY (4) is back after a break of six months. At the last run before the layoff he finished fifth over 1m1/2f at Fairgrounds (Dirt). Opened last prep with a minor placing at Churchill Downs over 7f. Looks the one to beat. YOUNG MISCHIEF (7) missed the placings on debut two runs back then didn't feature last start when 7 lengths away in fifth over 5½f at this track. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. CUPID'S WAR (3) was never in contention on debut last time out over 1m1/2f at this track (Turf), finishing seventh and beaten 8 lengths. With natural improvement he can feature in the finish. TALLAPOOSA (5) is a three-year-old gelding on debut from the stable of L Rivelli. By Mitole from Vassily. Top-three chance.