ThistledownMon, August 26, 2024

LUCKY ANDY (4) was responsible for a solid effort last time out when second at this track (Dirt) over 1m, beaten half a length. Should be at his peak now. Distance specialist with seven wins and 15 minor placings from 32 runs and is expected to be in the finish. MASTER OF WAR (6) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when he was always well out of his ground over 1m at this track, beaten 18 lengths into sixth. Tackling a more suitable race this time so he will be hard to beat. PLEASANT VALIANT (1) back in winning form last time with a dominant 6 lengths margin over 1m at this track (Dirt). Hector Berrios in the saddle again and despite getting up in the weights he should go very well. AMERICAN NIGHTMARE (3) did a good job last time, finishing in the money when third over 1m at this track (Dirt). Deserves to break through and is among the top-four contenders.