Churchill DownsSat, November 18, 2023

Halmstad (15) had a bit on his rivals last time with an impressive 4 lengths win over 6f at keeneland (dirt).Has been in solid form this campaign with a win and a placing from three starts.Sure to go very well.Double clutch (2) wound up strongly but just failed to pick up the winner when resumed last start over 5½f at keeneland (turf).Sure to derive great benefit from that run.Meets some better types this time but another big run will not surprise.Cigarette boat (3) was an impressive maiden winner last time out, scoring by 1.5 lengths over 6f at aqueduct (turf).Jumps from a nice gate and he should be in the finish again.Town barber (1) registered a strong win two runs ago then turned in a decent effort last time out when third over 5½f at keeneland, beaten 2 lengths.Well placed and can make amends.