Mountaineer ParkMon, September 16, 2024

STRIDE (2) turned in a modest performance when second last start over 1m at Belterra Park, beaten 5 lengths after being in the firing line on the bend. That followed a good when resuming win at Belterra Park. Meeting a deeper field this time but he cannot be underestimated. AFJAN (12) was a strong winner last time over 7f at this track (Turf), scoring by half a length and making it back to back wins. Looks ready for the longer journey. Huge threat again. MISTERCHILLIWILLI (3) finished 3.5 lengths from the winner when runner-up on synthetic in a at Presque Isle Downs. Turned in a good follow-up effort on dirt when in the money again, finishing second at this track over 6f two weeks ago. Reunites with Y Yaranga which is a proven winning combination. Capable of running a bold race. Group 3 winner OPRY (6) is a eight-year-old gelding who is having his first run for the Harry Pease yard. Finished off last campaign with a fifth in the G3 San Juan Capistrano Stakes at Santa Anita (Turf) 15 months ago. Not seen at the trials but goes well fresh from a lay-off, filling a placing four times from eight runs. Can return with a bold run.