Mon, September 30, 2024

Group 3 winner FORT BRAGG (1) last appeared when he finished sixth over 7f in the G1 Malibu Stakes at this track (Dirt) on December 26. Rates highly and is likely to be prominent. Group 3 winner STRAIGHT NO CHASER (5) is a handy type who resumes after a break of five months. Only appeared once last prep when he finished fourth over 6f in the G3 Runhappy Stakes at Aqueduct (Dirt), beaten 3 lengths. Has won when fresh from a lay-off in the past. Has a strong record at this journey with two wins and a placing from four starts and shapes as a key contender. FOR ALL MANKIND (7) was an impressive winner last time over 5½f at Del Mar (Dirt), leading throughout and putting 5 lengths on his rivals. Takes on a better field this time but looks up to the task. NEIMAN (6) is putting together some solid results. Finished third in stakes class at Emerald Downs (Dirt) two starts back then scored by 4 lengths as public elect last time out over 6f at Emerald Downs (Dirt). Best figures measure up. Sure to run well.