Gulfstream ParkSat, March 02, 2024

Group 2 winner EMMANUEL (3) returns from a lay-off of six-and-a-half months. Was safely held at the only appearance last prep when fifth over 1m in the G1 Fourstardave Handicap at Saratoga (Turf). Jockey switch to I Ortiz Jr who has two wins from three rides. Leading contender. Pegasus World Cup Turf winner ATONE (6) lines up on the back of a 1.75 lengths fourth over 1m1f at this track. Has the right profile. Multiple Group 3 placegetter SIEGE OF BOSTON (5) resumed over 1m1/2f in the G3 Tampa Bay Stakes at Tampa Bay Downs (Turf) last time out and finished third, beaten 0.6 lengths. Leading chance on best form. Group 1 placegetter ICE CHOCOLAT (10) was an impressive when resuming winner last time out in an easier race over 1m at this track (Turf), getting home by half a length.