ThistledownSat, June 21, 2025

SHADOWY (11) is a talented entire who was well held last time out in the tougher won by Empire's Fire over 6f at Belterra Park, beaten 19 lengths into tenth. Has been in solid form this campaign with two wins to his name. Bold showing expected. VILLIAN (12) went forward last start and gave a great sight when second over 1m1/2f in stakes class at Belterra Park (Turf). Can cross and take up a prominent position. Solid record at this distance with two wins and one placing from four runs and is sure to play a big role. LUST FOR LIFE (8) did very well to fill a minor placing when resuming at this track but raced below expectations last time over 6f at this track (Dirt), finishing sixth and beaten 11 lengths. Luis Raul Rivera gets the best out of this four-year-old gelding. Meets a stronger field but he is good enough to take this out. BIG TRUCK (4) raced on the speed from the outset and went to score by 0.1 lengths last time over 1m at this track (Dirt). Angel I Diaz who has scored on him two times retains the mount. Solid claims on best form.