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Winner USD $63,000 - 9 runners
1870y
Going:
Surface: T
HIGGINS BOAT (7) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a lay-off on 29/04/2025, finishing eighth and beaten 5 lengths over 1m1f at Churchill Downs (Turf). Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. ENCINO (9) was well held over 1m1 1/2f in the G3 Pimlico Special (Dirt) last time out. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expecting a bold showing. SHARDS (4) travelled in a rearwards position then picked up fairly well in the straight and finished 4 lengths away in fourth last time out over 5½f at Churchill Downs six weeks ago. Steps up in journey. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Should be involved in the finish. DOUBLE CLUTCH (2) has been kept fresh for this since a disappointing fifth last start over 5½f at Churchill Downs (Turf) six weeks ago. Better than last start and can feature.