Sun, December 29, 2024

BIG MUCH (2) impressed when successful on debut over 6½f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) three-and-a-half months ago and has not raced since. Has plenty of upside and should go on with it. MONET'S MAGIC (3) belied the huge quote last time out to record his maiden win by 0.3 lengths over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Winning rider Luan Machado sticks and he looks sure to be in the mix. HEAVENVILLE (5) finished seventh last time out over 1m at Churchill Downs, beaten 12 lengths. One of the key chances. AMOR PATRIAE (6) comes here following a win over 1m at this track three weeks ago, getting home by 1.75 lengths. Among the main hopes.