Tue, December 31, 2024

LE VIN (3) scored in a then sat on the pace last time when 4 lengths away in second over 1m1f at Laurel (Dirt). Winning rider Mychel J Sanchez stays aboard. Expecting a bold showing. IRA THE ICON (4) has been freshened up since finishing fifth on November 26 over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt). Better than the last run suggests. VILLANITO (2) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 6 lengths when seventh over 5½f at this track a month ago. Finds a nice race and can feature in the finish. KHOPESH (13) improved sharply last time out to score by 0.3 lengths over 7f at this track (Dirt) four weeks ago. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake.