Sat, April 20, 2024

Multiple Group 1 placegetter REINCARNATE (6) opened this prep last start with a third, beaten 2.5 lengths, over 1m2f at Santa Anita. Nicely placed and expected to go well. HIGHLAND FALLS (1) had been in top form scoring two wins on end prior to missing the frame last time out in the G1 Santa Anita Handicap (Dirt). Coming back in journey. Florent Geroux who has two wins when partnering stays on. Leading contender. Group 2 winner SKIPPYLONGSTOCKING (10) broke through for a win last start when second up from a lay-off, scoring by 2.5 lengths over 1m1/2f in the G3 Challenger Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt). Group 3 winner OCTANE (4) took advantage of a low draw last time and led throughout, saluting by 0.8 lengths over 1m1/2f in the G3 Razorback Handicap at this track (Dirt). Tougher assignment this time but is not to be discounted.