Mon, December 02, 2024

POP D'ORO (5) hit the frame two starts ago at Santa Anita but ran below par last time when seventh and beaten 13 lengths over 1m at Del Mar (Dirt). Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. DON JUAN BUBBA (1) scored a commanding victory at Prairie Meadows (Dirt) over 5½f at his latest appearance on September 21. One of the genuine hopes in the race. BRANDYN (3) is usually thereabouts but finds it hard to win, with only one victory from 13 starts. Was again denied last start when he found one better over 5½f at this track. Placed to advantage so expect a big run. SILVERBULLITBADGER (2) finished third last start over 5½f at this track (Dirt), beaten 5 lengths. Should be peaking. Placed to advantage so expect another forward showing.