Sat, October 05, 2024

Multiple Group 3 winner PATCHES O'HOULIHAN (5) went forward and proved too strong last time out, scoring by 1.75 lengths over 6f in the G3 Vigil Stakes at this track. Must raise the bar but this looks well within his grasp. Group 3 placegetter OUTLAW KID (2) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by 2.25 lengths over 5f in stakes class at this track as favourite. That continued the solid form this campaign, with two wins and two minor placings from four starts. Can measure up again. Group 2 winner WAR BOMBER (10) did a good job last time, finishing in the money when third over 6f in the G3 Vigil Stakes at this track. Has a good association with Rafael Manuel Hernandez with a run of three top-three results. Expected to measure up. BRING THEBAND HOME (11) did well to score by 1.75 lengths when resuming in a weaker race last start over 5½f at Saratoga (Turf).