LINZER (2) pushed forward last time and boxed on to finish one length away in second over 1207m at Oaklawn Park (Dirt). Drawn to go forward again. Has the ability to figure prominently. WILLIE BIRD (1) was successful last start over 1207m at HORSESHOE INDIANAPOLIS (Dirt), getting home by 3 lengths to make it three wins on the trot. Winning rider R Prescott retains the mount. It doesn't get any easier but on current form he is one of the chief contenders. RUN CARSON (4) returns after a spell of three-and-a-half weeks. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 1207m at Turfway Park. Can make his presence felt. JET SWEEP JOE (6) returned from a spell two-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 7 lengths into seventh over 1006m at Churchill Downs Turf. Strips fitter and can figure in the finish.