Louisiana DownsMon, September 16, 2024

FLINT ROCK (4) produced a nice effort on debut in better company last start over 5f at this track (Dirt) when third, beaten 17 lengths. Sure to take a lot from that hitout so he is worth following up. REXINATOR (2) missed the placings two runs back then got a long way back last start when 23 lengths away in tenth over 6f at this track. Won't find this as tough so he is likely to play a big role. MAXIMUM GRACE (7) stepped out on his debut over 5f at Evangeline Downs (Dirt) a month ago and finished ninth, beaten 10 lengths. Will take a lot from that last run and is worth following up. HAPPY TALKER (1) ended up 18 lengths behind the winner in 12th on debut last start over 5f at Evangeline Downs (Turf). The booking of J Stokes to ride is significant. Plenty of scope for improvement. One of the hopes.