BOITANO (10) pushed forward and went on to record a determined win last start by 0.1 lengths over 1609m at Turfway Park (Synthetic). Should go forward from the awkward gate. This doesn't look as hard so he is sure to prove hard to beat. SHANKAR (2) hasn't made an impression lately despite market confidence. Last start could only manage fifth over 1710m at Turfway Park (Synthetic). Rates highly in this line up. Gets his chance. TAKEITANDRUN (6) returns from a spell of ten weeks and did win first-up last time in work over 1609m at Mahoning Valley (Dirt). One of the genuine hopes in the race. REVS MEDAL (8) was unplaced two runs back when fresh from a spell then again missed the frame last start over 1609m at HORSESHOE INDIANAPOLIS, beaten 10 lengths into fifth. Finds a nice race and can atone.
