HawthorneSun, August 04, 2024

CHARLIE LIGHTNING (3) rolled forward last time out and boxed on to finish 0.3 lengths from the winner in second at this track (Dirt) over 6f. Commendable record at this trip with a win and three minor placings and is among the leading chances. CHRISTMAS PRESENT (2) got home by 1.3 lengths last time out over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Has three wins here. Leading player again. LORD GRANTHAM (1) made it back-to-back wins when successful last start over 6f at Fairmount Park (Dirt), getting home by 1.75 lengths. Must raise the bar but he has the ability to test this field. PADDY'S HOUSE (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Horseshoe Indianapolis, beaten 7 lengths into fifth. Suitably placed so can turn things around.