Sat, September 14, 2024

Group 1 placegetter HOZTILE TAKEOVER (1) showed good speed over 1f180yards at Group 3 level at Delta Downs (Dirt) and led throughout to score. Positive ride expected again and is a leading contender. THE KNOCKOUT POWER (4) improved sharply on his fourth two starts back in Group 3 grade at Delta Downs (Dirt) with a win as public elect over 2f at Fairgrounds (Dirt) four weeks ago, getting home by 0.3 lengths after being in contention on the bend. Has the ability to build on that fine effort last start. BEAU CREST (8) is progressing well this campaign. Opened with a tenth at Ruidoso Downs (Dirt) two starts back then scored by half a length as public elect last time out after being in contention on the turn over 1f180yards at Retama Park (Dirt). Finds an easier race and can continue the winning form. PIANO MAN SAM (10) scored last start at The Albuquerque Downs Racetrack & Casino (Dirt) to make it two wins from two starts this campaign. Good record at this journey with three wins and three minor placings from nine starts and is one of the better hopes.