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Winner USD $11,403 - 7 runners
1320y
Going:
Surface: D
EMERALD FOREST (7) has been racing in great heart with two wins on end followed by recent back-to-back placings, the latest a third over 6f at this track (Dirt) when he was prominent throughout. Likely improver with strong prospects. JEWELS IN THE BAY (1) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 8 lengths when sixth in a 6½f contest at Parx five weeks ago after being in the firing line on the turn. Won't find this as tough so he can find the winners' list. OLD MAN WINTER (2) finished fifth two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 3.5 lengths after being in contention on the turn over 6f at this track (Dirt). Well placed and there is no reason he cannot repeat the dose. ALMENDRO (6) showed good early dash last time out and led for most of the way before being claimed and finishing 0.3 lengths away in second over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Has ability and a bold showing is expected.