Finger LakesMon, August 26, 2024

REDWINEANDWHISKEY (4) has returned in good order this campaign. Ran well but found one better last time over 6f at Thistledown (Dirt) after registering her maiden win when resuming the run before. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Leading contender. UNICORN CAKE (6) has missed the frame in both runs this time in, both on turf. Finished sixth at Aqueduct fresh then again missed the frame when eighth at Saratoga over 1m1/2f five-and-a-half weeks ago. Has a win and two minor placings at this journey from four starts and can get the job done. CITY BLOCKS (5) was prominent at the bend and progressed nicely last start to finish a close second over 6f at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. SHE'S A FREUD (1) was in contention on the turn and finished third last start over 6f at this track (Dirt), beaten 5.5 lengths. Nicely placed to go a couple better.