(# 9) ROYAL ATTIRE - Tired in first try against winners at Monmouth, when attempting two-turns for the first time. Was under heavy pace-pressure from the start, and to his credit didn't give in until deep stretch. Cuts back to a one-turn mile in here, and moves to a nice outside slot for use of his Speed/stalking tactics. Mr. Prado takes the mount for Mr. Dick Dutrow.

(# 5) Foolish Bid - Poor effort first start for the new connections, after a private purchase from the Phipp's stable. Drops quite a ways down for this, from an allowance to 25K, and I think he'll be much more competitive with thee.

(# 10) On the Margin - Has some speed, and either he or the top pick will be on the lead, with the other horse stalking. He pressed pace from an inside post last out at 7F, and today moves farthest out, in this rather weak gathering.

(# 1) Brooker D - Last effort was a good one, and it came at this claiming price. Only poor tries since turning three have come when he was in over his head on dirt, and a poor turf outing. All other races are o.k.