Sun, August 11, 2024

RACHEL'S ROCK (3) resumes. Didn't make an impact at her only run last prep on February 21 finishing sixth and beaten 17 lengths over 6½f at Gulfstream Park (Dirt). Record at this journey is impressive with four wins and three placings from eight runs and looks a top chance. WILLOW BEND (5) turned in a modest performance when sixth last start over 6f at Churchill Downs, beaten 8 lengths. That followed a good when resuming win at Churchill Downs. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. IT TAKES HEART (4) has switched yards since scoring by 1.3 lengths at this track over 6f on July 20. Comes here with definite top-three claims. STARSHIP DEFIANT (6) missed the placings when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 6f at Delaware Park, beaten 6 lengths. Placed to advantage so anticipating another big run.