Sat, December 14, 2024

SHAKIN THE BELLE (4) raced on the speed last time but couldn't finish the race off and clocked-in fourth over 1m at Aqueduct (Dirt). Well placed on this occasion and gets his chance to break the ice. D HOPPER (9) is back after a break of eight months. At the last run before the layoff he finished seventh over 7f at Gulfstream Park (Dirt). Good effort to open last prep when in the money at Tampa Bay Downs over 6f. Has ability and is a solid chance. HALLELUJAH HARRIS (11) improved last start to finish third over 1m1/2f at this track after being in the firing line on the corner. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. WHITE SERIES (7) was unplaced on turf over 5½f at this track in a then again couldn't find the top-three on the same surface last time out, finishing eighth over 5½f at this track. Worth including back to this surface.