WoodbineSat, September 14, 2024

JUNIPERO SERRA (8) lifted strongly to score last time with 1.3 lengths to spare over 1m1/2f at this track, making it two in a row. Has a fine record here with three wins from five starts. Among the leading chances. Multiple Group 3 placegetter SOUTH BEND (1) improved last time out, finishing 0.6 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1m1f at this track after being prominent at the turn. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. Group 2 placegetter WICKED DJANGO (5) comes here off a last-start fourth, beaten 3.5 lengths, over 1m at this track. Is very effective at this distance with two wins from four runs. Deserves serious consideration. SOUPED UP (10) fought on for second last start over 6f at Listed level at this track, beaten 6 lengths to add to some fine recent form. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time.