Fri, July 12, 2024

ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT (8) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at Monmouth Park (Turf) over 1m1/2f after being prominent from the outset. Should camp just off the leaders. Looks well placed this line-up so expect another big run. OVER AND OLLIE (7) returned from a lay-off three-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 16 lengths into 12th over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. COMANCHE PEAK (6) could only manage seventh when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1m1/2f at Aqueduct, beaten only half a length after being prominent at the bend. Meeting a tougher field but on his best form he is one of the key runners. ALWAYS BE SMART (13) is yet to break through after six starts. Placed in a then last time out was fifth, beaten 4.5 lengths, over 1m at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Has ability and rates among the chances.