Top pick: #9 (SOUTHERN SPENDER ) - Scratced recently to await this spot, gelding by "Alphabet Soup" finished a troubled third two back at this level and distance and raced evenly last out facing tougher. The horse to beat.
2nd pick: #1 (Komodo) - First-timer is drilling sharply and he draws the hedge for his debut run. Veteran (Bob Barbara) is capable of having one ready, and the presence of Alan Garcia is a plus.
3rd pick: #4 (Khan of Khans) - Has good speed to utilize and his best race ever came two back on this surface at this distance. Contender.