COWBOY MIKE (3) couldn't have been more impressive first up last start when he scored by 8 lengths over 1673m at Parx (Dirt). Has a liking for this trip and looms as the one to beat again. IRONSIDES (1) scored a 3 length win on turf at Delaware Park Turf two starts back. Disappointed in another run on turf last time at Keeneland Turf over 1710m when 3 lengths from the winner in fourth. Worth following up back on dirt. STRIKING SPARKS (8) improved sharply on his ninth two starts back at Parx (Dirt) with a win over 1609m at Delaware Park (Dirt) five-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by half a length after being in contention on the corner. Taking on a better field but he is worth serious consideration. FREEDOM ROAD (10) has not appeared since he finished second over 1673m in Listed grade at Delaware Park (Dirt) on September 12. Has found the right race and is worth including.