Churchill Downs 22 September 2024
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Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 3-1 at Ellis Park over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Interlock Empire by 3/4l. Open to further progress and could be on the premises.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 3-1 at Ellis Park over 1m on his latest outing last month, beating Interlock Empire by 3/4l. Open to further progress and could be on the premises.
Successful twice at 5f. Beaten 2 3/4l by Tagliatelle when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. May find a few too good in this company.
Successful twice at 5f. Beaten 2 3/4l by Tagliatelle when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. May find a few too good in this company.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished behind Squire Creek when fifth of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 7f in July. Having his first run for a new stable and will need to step up on recent efforts.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished behind Squire Creek when fifth of 7 at 14-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 7f in July. Having his first run for a new stable and will need to step up on recent efforts.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten 2 1/4l by Gewurztraminer when second of 7 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. Others make more appeal.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten 2 1/4l by Gewurztraminer when second of 7 at 14-5 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 1m last month. Others make more appeal.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten 6l behind Liam The Brave at 10-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Has a chance on the pick of his form.
Successful twice at 1m. Beaten 6l behind Liam The Brave at 10-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Has a chance on the pick of his form.
Successful twice at 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Ohana Honor when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 4f (good) in April. Worthy of consideration on his reappearance.
Successful twice at 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Ohana Honor when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 1m 4f (good) in April. Worthy of consideration on his reappearance.
Successful twice at 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Recker Point at 12-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Looks to have solid claims.
Successful twice at 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Recker Point at 12-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Looks to have solid claims.
ETHEREAL ROAD will find life easier at this lower level and a bold bid is anticipated. First Strike also has a shout in this grade, while the recent winner Cawkab has the scope for further progress.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 2 3/4l behind Nabokov when fourth of 7 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 5f (good) in July. No easy task in this company.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 2 3/4l behind Nabokov when fourth of 7 at 9-4fav on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 5f (good) in July. No easy task in this company.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Beaten 5l by Fit To Fly when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month. Others look to have stronger claims.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Beaten 5l by Fit To Fly when second of 6 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month. Others look to have stronger claims.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Summer Splash when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Could be in the mix.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Summer Splash when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Could be in the mix.
Successful at 5f and 6f, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten a neck by Tale Of Fame when second of 9 at 19-10fav on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable and others preferred.
Successful at 5f and 6f, but last win was over three years ago. Beaten a neck by Tale Of Fame when second of 9 at 19-10fav on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f last month. Having his first run for a new stable and others preferred.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished 9l behind Midnight Taxes when fifth of 7 at 15-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. One to be interested in at this level.
He has won three times at 6f. Finished 9l behind Midnight Taxes when fifth of 7 at 15-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. One to be interested in at this level.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Finished behind Like A Saltshaker when fifth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Could go well.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Finished behind Like A Saltshaker when fifth of 11 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Could go well.
KNICKS STORY will be hard to keep out of the finish in this grade and the presence of Luis Saez is another positive. Fitzpatrick and W W Crazy are worthy of a place on the shortlist.
Unplaced in all three starts. Third of 7 behind Unworkable beaten 9l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 5f (good) earlier this month. Best to look elsewhere.
Unplaced in all three starts. Third of 7 behind Unworkable beaten 9l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 5f (good) earlier this month. Best to look elsewhere.
Placed once in four starts. Beaten by Bebedouro when second of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Could go well again.
Placed once in four starts. Beaten by Bebedouro when second of 9 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Could go well again.
Unplaced in all six starts. Beaten 18l behind Crusading at 22-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m last month. Looks no closer to winning.
Unplaced in all six starts. Beaten 18l behind Crusading at 22-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m last month. Looks no closer to winning.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 10l behind Ajaayb when fourth of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. This is easier and is one to consider.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 10l behind Ajaayb when fourth of 8 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. This is easier and is one to consider.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Ajaayb when last of 8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time but has plenty to find.
Unplaced in all three starts. Well beaten at 12-1 behind Ajaayb when last of 8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time but has plenty to find.
Placed twice in 13 starts. Third of 9 behind Atlantic Dancer beaten at 17-4 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Has struggled lately.
Placed twice in 13 starts. Third of 9 behind Atlantic Dancer beaten at 17-4 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Has struggled lately.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 7l behind Hero Worship at 40-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) earlier this month. Makes no appeal.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 7l behind Hero Worship at 40-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) earlier this month. Makes no appeal.
Beaten 12l behind Holding The Line at 11-1 when last of 9 on his racecourse debut at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Probably best watched on his reappearance.
Beaten 12l behind Holding The Line at 11-1 when last of 9 on his racecourse debut at Turfway Park over 6f in March. Probably best watched on his reappearance.
Placed twice in eight starts. Finished 9l behind Dive Bomber when fourth of 6 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month. Has the past form to get involved.
Placed twice in eight starts. Finished 9l behind Dive Bomber when fourth of 6 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month. Has the past form to get involved.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten behind Mo Rum at 11-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Likely to find a few too good.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten behind Mo Rum at 11-1 when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Likely to find a few too good.
Placed in three of nine starts. Finished behind Bebedouro when sixth of 9 at 3-1fav on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Not without a shout if rediscovering his best.
Placed in three of nine starts. Finished behind Bebedouro when sixth of 9 at 3-1fav on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Not without a shout if rediscovering his best.
STARSCAPE has plenty of scope in this lower grade and may prove the one to side with. J J's Ranger and Major Mack are more exposed though both have a chance on the pick of their form.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 17l behind Reserve Currency at 13-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m in July. That defeat leaves him with questions to answer.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 17l behind Reserve Currency at 13-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m in July. That defeat leaves him with questions to answer.
Successful at 7f and 1m. A winner at 3-1 at Ellis Park over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Rigel by a neck. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with William Mott. This is tougher.
Successful at 7f and 1m. A winner at 3-1 at Ellis Park over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Rigel by a neck. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with William Mott. This is tougher.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 85-40 at Ellis Park over 1m on his latest outing in July, beating Epic Battle. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Norm Casse. Warrants serious thought.
Successful twice at 1m. A winner at 85-40 at Ellis Park over 1m on his latest outing in July, beating Epic Battle. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Norm Casse. Warrants serious thought.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 12l behind Speed Bias at 13-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f in June. Will find this easier.
A winner at 1m, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 12l behind Speed Bias at 13-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f in June. Will find this easier.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 2l behind Scoobie Quando when fifth of 11 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Easier to side with others.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 2l behind Scoobie Quando when fifth of 11 at 40-1 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Easier to side with others.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 9l behind Elusive Target when sixth of 7 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m 1f last month. Looks vulnerable once more.
Successful twice at 1m. Finished 9l behind Elusive Target when sixth of 7 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m 1f last month. Looks vulnerable once more.
Successful twice at 1m. Third of 8 behind Bench beaten 3l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Could land a blow.
Successful twice at 1m. Third of 8 behind Bench beaten 3l at 13-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Could land a blow.
I'M YOUR MAN was victorious by just over a length on his latest outing and he could prove hard to beat off the back of that performance. Our Dream Rye'd and Saint In The City may also get involved.
Half-brother to Battling Bubbles, won three times at 1m. Placed once in two starts. Beaten by Jackson's Roar when second of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 6f last month. More is needed.
Half-brother to Battling Bubbles, won three times at 1m. Placed once in two starts. Beaten by Jackson's Roar when second of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Belterra Park over 6f last month. More is needed.
Half-brother to Aadhana, won at 4f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 10l behind Poster at 5-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Worth a second look.
Half-brother to Aadhana, won at 4f. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 10l behind Poster at 5-1 when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Worth a second look.
Dam unraced. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 9l behind Pascaline when sixth of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. More is needed.
Dam unraced. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 9l behind Pascaline when sixth of 10 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Colonial Downs over 6f last month. More is needed.
Dam won at 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Third of 5 behind Dbook beaten 3 1/2l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Could get into contention.
Dam won at 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Third of 5 behind Dbook beaten 3 1/2l at 5-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Could get into contention.
Half-brother to Jay Bird, won at 1m. The market can guide.
Half-brother to Jay Bird, won at 1m. The market can guide.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten behind I'm Otter Here at 6-1 when 9th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Will need to find significant improvement.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten behind I'm Otter Here at 6-1 when 9th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Will need to find significant improvement.
Half-brother to Bread Winner, won three times at 6f and 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 19l behind Strummin at 11-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Unlikely to trouble his rivals.
Half-brother to Bread Winner, won three times at 6f and 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 19l behind Strummin at 11-1 when seventh of 11 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Unlikely to trouble his rivals.
Half-brother to Cloud Ten, won at 1m 1f. Well beaten at 35-1 behind Dapper Moon when seventh of 9 on his racecourse debut at Saratoga over 7f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Dangerous to dismiss.
Half-brother to Cloud Ten, won at 1m 1f. Well beaten at 35-1 behind Dapper Moon when seventh of 9 on his racecourse debut at Saratoga over 7f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Dangerous to dismiss.
Half-brother to Mythomania, won at 1m. Beaten 19l behind Giocoso at 16-1 when 10th of 12 on his racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Look elsewhere for the winner.
Half-brother to Mythomania, won at 1m. Beaten 19l behind Giocoso at 16-1 when 10th of 12 on his racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Look elsewhere for the winner.
Dam won three times at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Boy Boy at 6-1 when eighth of 10 on his racecourse debut at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Not without a chance.
Dam won three times at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Boy Boy at 6-1 when eighth of 10 on his racecourse debut at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Not without a chance.
SUNNY MAGIC has produced two solid efforts in his career so far and is expected to prove too strong for the opposition. Morally and newcomer Lord Baranof also merit consideration.
Has won 12 races from 7f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 3-10fav at Gulfstream over 1m in June, beating Major King by 2 3/4l. In fine form and that could continue.
Has won 12 races from 7f to 1m. Won on his latest outing when 3-10fav at Gulfstream over 1m in June, beating Major King by 2 3/4l. In fine form and that could continue.
Successful twice at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 12-5fav at Ellis Park over 1m in July last year, beating Paid In Full. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Ben Colebrook. Likely to be thereabouts.
Successful twice at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 12-5fav at Ellis Park over 1m in July last year, beating Paid In Full. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Ben Colebrook. Likely to be thereabouts.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 3f. Well beaten at 14-5 behind On A Spree when fifth of 6 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f in May. Others look more appealing options.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 3f. Well beaten at 14-5 behind On A Spree when fifth of 6 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 1f in May. Others look more appealing options.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Third of 8 behind Global Empire beaten 6l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m 1f earlier this month. Consistent enough to play a hand.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m. Third of 8 behind Global Empire beaten 6l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Hawthorne over 1m 1f earlier this month. Consistent enough to play a hand.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Ellis Park over 1m 1f in July, beating Divine Armor. A key player.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 1f. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Ellis Park over 1m 1f in July, beating Divine Armor. A key player.
Has won 14 races from 7f to 1m 3f. Beaten by Complete Agenda when second of 7 at 7-5fav on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m 1f last month. Warrants plenty of respect.
Has won 14 races from 7f to 1m 3f. Beaten by Complete Agenda when second of 7 at 7-5fav on his latest outing at Saratoga over 1m 1f last month. Warrants plenty of respect.
Has won 17 races from 1m to 2m. A winner at 19-2 at Oaklawn Park over 1m 6f on his latest outing in May, beating Truculent by a head. Foolish to overlook.
Has won 17 races from 1m to 2m. A winner at 19-2 at Oaklawn Park over 1m 6f on his latest outing in May, beating Truculent by a head. Foolish to overlook.
He has won three times at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Thistledown over 1m in July, beating Money Room by 4l. One to be interested in.
He has won three times at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Thistledown over 1m in July, beating Money Room by 4l. One to be interested in.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 10l behind Double Neat at 35-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Bounce back required.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 10l behind Double Neat at 35-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m (good) last month. Bounce back required.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m. A winner at 5-1 at Lone Star Park over 1m on his latest outing in July, beating Lea Me Be by 1/2l. Should go well.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m. A winner at 5-1 at Lone Star Park over 1m on his latest outing in July, beating Lea Me Be by 1/2l. Should go well.
PROVERB secured his fourth victory in a row here in June and is more than likely to come out on top once again. Indian Gulch and Pace are both bang in form and also have to be considered.
Half-sister to Maddie Ten, won twice at 7f and 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Daisy Flyer when fourth of 11 at 35-1 on her latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Merits the utmost respect easing in grade.
Half-sister to Maddie Ten, won twice at 7f and 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Daisy Flyer when fourth of 11 at 35-1 on her latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) earlier this month. Merits the utmost respect easing in grade.
Half-sister to Muth, won five times between 5f and 1m 1f including a Group 1 race. Beaten by Briland when second of 7 at 16-10fav on her racecourse debut at Saratoga over 6f last month. Every chance of going one place better this time around.
Half-sister to Muth, won five times between 5f and 1m 1f including a Group 1 race. Beaten by Briland when second of 7 at 16-10fav on her racecourse debut at Saratoga over 6f last month. Every chance of going one place better this time around.
Half-sister to Southside Molly, won at 5f and she looks a very interesting newcomer on paper.
Half-sister to Southside Molly, won at 5f and she looks a very interesting newcomer on paper.
Dam won at 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind Quinn's Promise when fourth of 11 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Obvious shortlist material.
Dam won at 1m. Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind Quinn's Promise when fourth of 11 at 14-5 on her latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Obvious shortlist material.
Half-sister to High Estate, won six times between 6f and 1m 2f. Others appeal more.
Half-sister to High Estate, won six times between 6f and 1m 2f. Others appeal more.
Placed once in three starts. Finished behind Briland when fifth of 7 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Saratoga over 6f last month. Would be foolish to ignore.
Placed once in three starts. Finished behind Briland when fifth of 7 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Saratoga over 6f last month. Would be foolish to ignore.
Half-sister to Catiche, won three times at 1m. Finished 5l behind Lady Kathryn when fourth of 12 at 6-1 on her racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 6f last month. This is more demanding but she is well worth her place at this level.
Half-sister to Catiche, won three times at 1m. Finished 5l behind Lady Kathryn when fourth of 12 at 6-1 on her racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 6f last month. This is more demanding but she is well worth her place at this level.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 16l behind Pretty Sure at 45-1 when eighth of 11 on her racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Commands respect second time up.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 16l behind Pretty Sure at 45-1 when eighth of 11 on her racecourse debut at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Commands respect second time up.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Placed once in two starts. Beaten 4 1/2l by Chantico when second of 6 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Monmouth Park over 6f last month. Solid claims of at least hitting the frame once more.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Placed once in two starts. Beaten 4 1/2l by Chantico when second of 6 at 11-1 on her latest outing at Monmouth Park over 6f last month. Solid claims of at least hitting the frame once more.
Half-sister to Squire Creek, won three times at 6f and 7f. Finished behind Reliable Source when fourth of 7 at 19-10 on her racecourse debut at Saratoga over 6f in July. That was a satisfactory debut and she must be of interest.
Half-sister to Squire Creek, won three times at 6f and 7f. Finished behind Reliable Source when fourth of 7 at 19-10 on her racecourse debut at Saratoga over 6f in July. That was a satisfactory debut and she must be of interest.
Half-sister to Handel, won at 1m. The percentage call is to look elsewhere for win purposes.
Half-sister to Handel, won at 1m. The percentage call is to look elsewhere for win purposes.
Full sister to Malibu Curl, won at 7f. Represents an in-form stable and cannot be overlooked lightly.
Full sister to Malibu Curl, won at 7f. Represents an in-form stable and cannot be overlooked lightly.
Half-sister to Thats Pretty Nice, won four times at 6f. Reserve.
Half-sister to Thats Pretty Nice, won four times at 6f. Reserve.
CLAIRE'S CHARM went down narrowly over 6f here on her debut last month and she gets the vote to score at the second time of asking. Minnesota Munny and Girl Math are also key players.
A winner at 5f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Curlin's Gesture when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month. Would be dangerous to dismiss.
A winner at 5f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Curlin's Gesture when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month. Would be dangerous to dismiss.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 12l behind Event Detail at 14-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month but he is the type to bounce back and cannot be overlooked lightly.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 12l behind Event Detail at 14-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m last month but he is the type to bounce back and cannot be overlooked lightly.
A winner at 7f. Beaten 10l behind Most Wanted at 40-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Must be of interest easing in grade.
A winner at 7f. Beaten 10l behind Most Wanted at 40-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Must be of interest easing in grade.
A winner at 13-2 at Ellis Park over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Latta. Warrants the utmost respect on the back of that performance.
A winner at 13-2 at Ellis Park over 6f on his latest outing last month, beating Latta. Warrants the utmost respect on the back of that performance.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 7l behind Scotty's On Edge at 13-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. Others hold more compelling claims for the gold medal.
A winner at 6f. Beaten 7l behind Scotty's On Edge at 13-1 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. Others hold more compelling claims for the gold medal.
A winner at 5f. Finished 9l behind Balta when fifth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in September last year. Warrants the utmost respect with his sights lowered.
A winner at 5f. Finished 9l behind Balta when fifth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in September last year. Warrants the utmost respect with his sights lowered.
Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Belterra Park over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Balamor by 3 1/2l. Unexposed sort who must enter calculations.
Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav at Belterra Park over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Balamor by 3 1/2l. Unexposed sort who must enter calculations.
BEBEDOURO did it well when scoring over this trip last month and he should be tough to stop with a repeat of that effort. Unworkable and Epic Battle can battle it out if the selection fluffs his lines.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 4l by Necker Island when second of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 6f last month. Place claims.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 4l by Necker Island when second of 8 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Mountaineer Park over 6f last month. Place claims.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 6l behind Full Screen when fifth of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 7f in July. Respected.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 6l behind Full Screen when fifth of 8 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Saratoga over 7f in July. Respected.
He has won three times at 6f. Beaten 13l behind Scotty's On Edge at 60-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. Opposed.
He has won three times at 6f. Beaten 13l behind Scotty's On Edge at 60-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. Opposed.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f. Beaten 10l behind Just Might at 22-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 5f (good) in June. Has an each-way chance.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f. Beaten 10l behind Just Might at 22-1 when last of 8 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 5f (good) in June. Has an each-way chance.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Recker Point at 3-1jt-fav when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Should not be discounted.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Recker Point at 3-1jt-fav when eighth of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m in July. Should not be discounted.
Winner of five races at 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Churchill Downs over 6f on his latest outing in June, beating Cats By Five by a neck. Another good run can be expected.
Winner of five races at 6f. A winner at 5-1 at Churchill Downs over 6f on his latest outing in June, beating Cats By Five by a neck. Another good run can be expected.
Successful twice at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month, beating Mr Discount by 6l. Remains unexposed.
Successful twice at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 9-10fav at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 6f last month, beating Mr Discount by 6l. Remains unexposed.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 5l behind Hedwig at 25-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 5f (good) last month. Hard to recommend.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Beaten 5l behind Hedwig at 25-1 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 5f (good) last month. Hard to recommend.
Successful twice at 1m. Well beaten at 13-4 behind Elusive Target when last of 7 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m 1f last month. Has some questions to answer.
Successful twice at 1m. Well beaten at 13-4 behind Elusive Target when last of 7 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 1m 1f last month. Has some questions to answer.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 9 behind Lofty Adjudicator beaten 1 1/2l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Should not be underestimated.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Third of 9 behind Lofty Adjudicator beaten 1 1/2l at 19-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Should not be underestimated.
Successful at 6f and 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Lofty Adjudicator when last of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Carlos Santamaria. Looks to be up against it.
Successful at 6f and 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 15-2 behind Lofty Adjudicator when last of 9 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Carlos Santamaria. Looks to be up against it.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Belterra Park over 6f last month, beating Wauhatchie by 10l. Another with claims.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav at Belterra Park over 6f last month, beating Wauhatchie by 10l. Another with claims.
The unexposed SAHALAT is hard to oppose following his impressive victory last time, although Gold Luck and Deer District should not be discounted.
Placed once in four starts. Beaten by Linebacker when second of 7 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Needs more.
Placed once in four starts. Beaten by Linebacker when second of 7 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Needs more.
Half-brother to Battling Bailiff, won twice at 6f. Best watched.
Half-brother to Battling Bailiff, won twice at 6f. Best watched.
Full brother to Adora, won at 4f. A newcomer to note.
Full brother to Adora, won at 4f. A newcomer to note.
Unplaced in both starts. Third of 7 behind Linebacker beaten at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Could struggle.
Unplaced in both starts. Third of 7 behind Linebacker beaten at 12-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Could struggle.
Half-brother to Merchants Of Cool, won twice at 6f. Others are safer picks.
Half-brother to Merchants Of Cool, won twice at 6f. Others are safer picks.
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 5l behind Go Captain when fifth of 11 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Could make the frame.
Placed twice in four starts. Finished 5l behind Go Captain when fifth of 11 at 20-1 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Could make the frame.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Hard To Say when fifth of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 5f (good) last month. Place claims.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Hard To Say when fifth of 9 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 5f (good) last month. Place claims.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 10l behind Oscar Season at 5-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) last month. Can be passed over.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 10l behind Oscar Season at 5-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Kentucky Downs over 1m (good) last month. Can be passed over.
Placed twice in five starts. Finished behind Linebacker when fifth of 7 at 15-8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. A player on his best form.
Placed twice in five starts. Finished behind Linebacker when fifth of 7 at 15-8 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. A player on his best form.
Placed once in three starts. Third of 6 behind Wendelssohn beaten 12l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Should not be underestimated.
Placed once in three starts. Third of 6 behind Wendelssohn beaten 12l at 4-1 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 6f in July. Should not be underestimated.
Placed once in two starts. Beaten 2l by Alcove when second of 7 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. That was a step in the right direction.
Placed once in two starts. Beaten 2l by Alcove when second of 7 at 8-1 on his latest outing at Horseshoe Indianapolis over 5f (good) last month. That was a step in the right direction.
Placed in three of seven starts. Third of 9 behind Mo Rum beaten at 17-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Has already had plenty of chances.
Placed in three of seven starts. Third of 9 behind Mo Rum beaten at 17-2 on his latest outing at Ellis Park over 7f last month. Has already had plenty of chances.
Placed once in three starts. Finished 13l behind Nash when fourth of 9 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in November last year. Reserve.
Placed once in three starts. Finished 13l behind Nash when fourth of 9 at 30-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m in November last year. Reserve.
Half-brother to My Blue Valentine, won at 1m. Reserve.
Half-brother to My Blue Valentine, won at 1m. Reserve.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Game Keeper when last of 10 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Steven Asmussen. Reserve.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Game Keeper when last of 10 on his latest outing at Oaklawn Park over 1m in March. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Steven Asmussen. Reserve.
Shortstop and Uncle William could both go well but preference is for HALFWAY JOKING, who took a step forward when second at Horseshoe last time.