RIP CORD (4) didn't do a bad job when second last start after being in the firing line on the bend over 1408m at Louisiana Downs, beaten 1.3 lengths. That followed a win at Lone Star Park the start prior. S Elliott gets the best out of this three-year-old colt. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. SPRINGTOWN (5) resumes today after filling a minor placing at his only appearance last prep at Lone Star Park Turf (Turf) over 1006m on July 3. Rates highly and makes plenty of appeal while fresh. BIG TECH (7) was in the firing line on the bend and finished second last time over 1207m at Ellis Park (Dirt), beaten 0.8 lengths. Has the class to find the winners' list. FLASHY FRITZ (2) finished seventh over 1509m at Lone Star Park Turf (Turf) at his most recent appearance on July 3. Has to be respected.