first question in this one - can Potra Clasica run a '4' here? gets in at 115 lbs, gets one of the best front running jocks in the biz, and doesn't appear to be facing a lot of pace pressure. second question - is a '4' at the weights with no ground loss good enough? odds will be long (longer than ml).

then you have J'ray - ready to run big? '10' top as a two year old, '5.25' top last year (exploding late at a slightly shorter distance). last race was too short. ready for a '3-4' here? is a '3-4' good enough at 119 lbs, from post 9? low odds.

then you have Nottawasago - nice fig last, great post, top jock, and 114 lbs. the '3.75' was an isolated top though. bounce?

then you have Naissance Royale - runs in the '3-4' range, saves the ground, but 119 lbs ... strong, but odds will be low.

finally, Cursora - 114 lbs, but looking at possible ground loss. very tough call.


not sure yet.