Fri, August 09, 2024

DAZZLING CRUISER (5) was unwanted in betting on debut last start but ran a strong race, finishing third and beaten 4 lengths over 1m at Aqueduct (Turf). Improver who looks a major player. Group 3 placegetter VINA ARANA (9) is an imported three-year-old having his first run in this area for the Jack Sisterson yard. Last appeared when third over 1m at Group 3 level at Leopardstown three months ago. Hasn't trialled publicly for the new connections but she should feature in the finish. APPELLATE (7) is a five-start maiden who has been in the money two times, Could only manage fourth last time out over 1m1/2f at this track (Turf). Has a sound record here with two top-three finishes from three starts. Will be thereabouts. TIME STONE (3) wasn't far off maiden success before a break of five months, finishing the campaign with a minor placing over 1m at Tampa Bay Downs (Turf). Has ability and must be included in calculations.