ThistledownThu, September 11, 2025

EMPIRE'S FIRE (2) lifted strongly to score by 0.3 lengths two runs back at Belterra Park (Dirt) then ran fourth over 6f in Listed grade at this track (Dirt) last time in tougher grade. Jose A Bracho who has scored on him six times retains the mount. Should be in the finish. DIAMOND DUST (3) raced on the speed last start over this course and distance and stuck on well to finish second, beaten 2.75 lengths. This is a more suitable contest and can find winning form. HENRY MAC (5) ran below expectations last time at this track (Dirt) over 1m, finishing sixth and beaten 9 lengths. Record at this journey is impressive with seven wins and four placings from 15 runs and is expected to be competitive. FORTISSIMO (1) is putting together some solid results. Finished second in Listed grade at this track (Dirt) two starts back then landed the prize by 1.5 lengths as public elect last time out over 6f at this track (Dirt). Best figures measure up. Sure to run well.