CALIFORNIA DEEPLY

Two weeks ago, over the same distance, the performance was unsatisfactory with a slow jump and settling towards the rear. The horse showed a strong late run to finish fourth, beaten only half a length. This time, there's no weight reduction; although it has previous form over this course and comparable times within its group, the barrier draw is decent, requiring a hold-up tactic. It possesses the strongest finishing kick in the field, with good rapport between trainer and jockey, but the current situation isn’t entirely favorable – likely to be held back initially.