Wed, December 18, 2024

KENTUCKY GHOST (4) disappointed when 8 lengths back in eighth last time over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Turf). Kept fresh for this. Can bounce back. COLOSSEO (12) is back at the races for the first time since October 3. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a lay-off last prep over 1m at Ellis Park. Has a solid when resuming record of two wins and two placings from eight starts. Expect him to play a major role. MANSFIELD TIGER (13) has been freshened since being narrowly beaten last time, finishing second over 1m1/4f at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Dirt). Genuine contender. READY PURSUIT (3) never got into the race when seventh last time at Churchill Downs (Dirt) but drops in weight for this. Better than last start and may well be worth another chance.