Sun, October 13, 2024

DURANTE (1) started at 9/4 last time on the back of a win at Delaware Park (Dirt) two starts ago but was below his best, finishing sixth over 6½f at Aqueduct (Dirt). Finds an easier assignment and can make amends. DIAMOND HEIST (3) was in a different class last time, registering a dominant 3.5 lengths win over 6f at Monmouth Park (Dirt) to make it two on the bounce. Drawn to enjoy a nice run just off the lead. Leading contender. HARRODSBURG (2) was below his best last time, finishing ninth and beaten 14 lengths over 7f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) after being in contention on the turn. This doesn't look as hard so he is sure to be prominent. NIGHT TIME (7) returns from a break of six months. Was going well at the back end of last prep with placings at his last two starts, the latest at this course and distance. Should be poised just off the lead. Sure to be thereabouts.