Top pick: #9 (SNOW TOP MOUNTAIN) - Obvious contender just missed last out in a small stakes here August 7. Lightly raced and very strong finisher can take this no matter what the pace scenario is. Wins this with a late rally.
2nd pick: #5 (Awesome Maria) - Speed has been king on this inner-turf all meet and this long range returnee (11 months) brings plenty of gas to the party. Working well on the turf for her return and she proved a filly of quality last year. Big factor today.
3rd pick: #2 (Sparky's Dream) - Longshot has the rail and exits a solid third-place finish here August 8 in the best race of her career. Has the rail, a nice recent work, and she's a stretch threat at a square price.