Louisiana DownsWed, May 15, 2024

BRIARTOWN (4) is usually thereabouts but finds it hard to win, with only one victory from 19 starts. Did a good job last start to finish third over 1m1/4f at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Hard to beat in this suitable race. SEEKING SAWYER (2) opened this campaign last start with a third, beaten 3 lengths, over 6f at Fairgrounds. Leading player. MALAKI EMPIRE (6) returned from a lay-off seven-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 11 lengths into fifth over 1m1/4f at Fairgrounds. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. VIOLENT RIVER (3) turned in a modest performance when fourth last time out over 6f at Oaklawn Park, beaten 4 lengths, after a win at Oaklawn Park at the previous outing. In contention this time.