Churchill DownsSat, November 08, 2025

SLIP MAHONEY (1) is having his first run since winning by 2 lengths seven-and-a-half weeks ago over 1m at this track. Has transferred to the Genaro Garcia stable over the break. Rates highly and expected to go well. AIR OF DEFIANCE (5) missed the frame last time when fourth over 6½f at Keeneland (Dirt). Prior to that had won three races on end, the last of those at this circuit. Should camp just off the leaders. Likely to feature. J J'S JOKER (6) is progressing well this campaign. Opened with a fifth at this track (Dirt) two starts back then scored by one length last time out after being in the firing line on the bend over 7f at Keeneland (Dirt). Finds a tougher race but he has the talent to test this line-up. STELLAR VINO (12) turned things around last start and got the job done by 5 lengths over 1m1/2f at Belterra Park (Dirt). Solid top-three prospects.