Sat, May 18, 2024

WAR NOVEL (5) is ready to win after another minor placing last start, finishing third over 7f at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt) when he was always up in the leading division. Will enjoy the drop in grade so he is a major player. BOSS BEAR (6) showed little early speed last start and failed to come on in the straight when fourth, beaten 12 lengths, over 1m at this track (Dirt). Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. CANDY CRUSHEM (4) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 1m at this track, beaten 10 lengths. Finds a more suitable contest and can take this out. ITASCA (1) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 1m at this track, beaten 11 lengths. Fitter and sure to run well.