Ellis ParkSun, July 05, 2026

FRENCH BLUE (6) has been in the placings at her last two starts, finishing third last time when she was handy all the way over 7f at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Has the class to figure prominently. RATIONAL THEORY (1) had been in top form landing two consecutive wins but last start missed the frame when sixth over 5½f at Churchill Downs Turf (Turf). Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Will give a great sight. OVERCOME ADVERSITY (2) is a progressive galloper who is when resuming since finishing 12th over 1m1/2f at Oaklawn Park (Dirt) five months ago. Has never been out of the placings when resuming from two tries. Should be involved in the finish. VICKI ROSE (5) went forward and proved too strong last time, scoring with a nose to spare over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Winning rider Luan Machado sticks. One of the better hopes.