WILLY D'S (2) showed good pace and went on to score by 0.8 lengths when resuming last time out over 1811m in the G3 Kentucky Cup Classic Stakes at Turfway Park (Synthetic). Will enjoy a drop in class so he is a major player. SUBSANADOR (7) travelled in a rearwards position then made a little ground and finished 8 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1408m at Santa Anita when first up from a spell. Tackles a longer journey this time. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expecting a bold showing. FIRST DIVISION (4) finished second two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 5 lengths as public elect over 1710m at this track (Dirt). Meets some better types this time but he has the talent to test this line-up. COAL BATTLE (5) resumes after a break of ten months. Hoping for a repeat of his debut win over 1006m at Evangeline Downs to kick off last prep. Top-three claims.
