Ellis ParkFri, July 17, 2026

GHAZAALY (5) has been in the placings at his last two starts, finishing third last time when he was always up in the leading division over 1m at Santa Anita (Dirt). Taking on a better line-up this time but he has the ability to mix it with them. SPEEDSTORM (8) is in top form, most recently recording a win by 0. 1 lengths over 7f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) to make it two on the bounce. No reason he cannot add to the picket fence. WONDER MIST (2) is a progressive three-year-old gelding who hasn't raced since finishing third over 6f at Laurel (Dirt) on May 14. Has a strong fresh record including a win and one minor placings. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Capable of testing this field. MAP TO THE STARS (7) resumes from a lay-off of four-and-a-half months. Has filled a minor placing at both when resuming runs. Opened last prep with a third over 6½f at Churchill Downs. Expected to run well.