Sat, April 20, 2024

AWESOME RUTA (5) is a talented colt who tackled tougher grade last time, finishing 11 lengths behind Catching Freedom over 1m1 1/2f in the G2 Twin Spires Turf Sprint Stakes at Fairgrounds (Dirt). Has been in sound form this prep with a win and three minor placings from eight outings. Should prove tough to beat. ETHAN ENERGY (8) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 4 lengths when fifth in a 1m1/2f contest at this track seven weeks ago. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. DIMATIC (6) is a talented colt who tackled tougher grade last time, finishing 29 lengths behind Muth over 1m1f in the G1 Arkansas Derby at this track (Dirt). Blinkers are removed. Among the leading chances. GIVE ME A REASON (7) didn't do a bad job to finish 1.5 lengths away in fourth last start over 1m at this track after a win the run before. Should be thereabouts.