Laurel ParkSat, July 20, 2024

MALINOIS (3) showed good early dash last start and held on well to finish 8 lengths back in second over 1m1/4f at Delaware Park (Dirt). This doesn't look as hard so he is likely to play a big role. MAGICAL MONARCH (4) has four wins and two minor placings from nine starts this campaign. Found a couple better last start at this track (Dirt) over 1m1/2f after being racing in the leading division. Won't find this as tough so he is one of the primary contenders. ENERGY EFFICIENT (5) was well in commission last time out but could only manage to finish fifth over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt) in a disappointing performance. Tackling a more suitable race this time so he will be hard to beat. LANGLEE AVENUE (2) settled well back and never threatened when fifth over 1m1/2f at Penn National (Dirt) just a week-and-a-half ago. Well placed to turn things around.