Three weeks ago, over the same distance, this horse performed reasonably well, settling in a good position tracking the leaders at a steady pace but unable to match the strong late surge of the frontrunners. He finished sixth, beaten two and a half lengths. This time he has a one-pound weight reduction, with good times recorded by horses in his group, allowing him to settle comfortably in a forward position. His finishing kick is among the strongest in the field, and horse/jockey combination and trainer relationship are solid. Despite drawing a less favorable barrier, potential remains for significant improvement.