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Winner USD $28,350 - 11 runners
1870y
Going:
Surface: T
MESSAGE OF HOPE (4) finished second, beaten 0.8 lengths, when resuming from a lay-off last start over 1m1/4f at Gulfstream Park (Synthetic) after he was in the firing line on the turn. Going up a level this time but he is good enough to play a major role. HARBE (8) is still a maiden after five runs. Was popular in betting last time out but didn't live up to market expectations, finishing fourth over 6f at Ellis Park (Dirt). Likely to be in the finish in this suitable assignment. BLACK EMPIRE (2) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when half a length away in second over 1m1f at this track (Turf) when he was handy all the way. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. KITTY'S SON (9) made progress last time out, finishing 6 lengths from the winner in third over 1m1f at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects.