Mountaineer ParkWed, October 09, 2024

PLAY CHICKEN (4) was in a different class last time with a dominant all-the-way win by 2.5 lengths at this track (Dirt) over 1m. Form this track is hard to knock with six wins from eight starts. Bold showing expected. MUGSY MALONE (1) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 4 lengths when fifth in a 6f contest at Finger Lakes two weeks ago. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. AFJAN (5) raced on the pace before drawing clear to score a 0.3 lengths win over this course and distance last time. Has a solid record at this journey with four wins from 13 starts and should be involved in the finish. TATE (7) finished in the placings when a 2 length third on dirt at this track in a but then disappointed on turf last time at this track over 1m when fifth, finishing 5.5 lengths from the winner. Sound record at this distance with two wins and seven minor placings from 13 runs and must be respected.