Sat, November 23, 2024

WILLY D'S (3) is a talented gelding who tackled tougher grade last time, finishing 6 lengths behind Henro over 7f in Listed grade at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Very well placed in this company and looks hard to beat. TIME FOR TRUTH (1) is a handy type who resumes after a break of five months. Only appeared once last prep when he finished sixth over 6½f at Ellis Park (Dirt), beaten 14 lengths. Has scored when resuming from a lay-off before. Should park just off the speed. Will prove tough to beat. MENA (5) is a talented colt who tackled tougher grade last time, finishing 40 lengths behind Most Wanted over 1m1f in the G3 Oklahoma Derby at this track (Dirt). Big chance in this class. TIGERS 'N BEARS (2) was prominent at the corner and finished second last start over 6½f at this track (Dirt), beaten 1.5 lengths. Will be rock-hard fit. Yet to miss the frame in two starts over this course and distance. In the right race and is worth serious consideration.