Three weeks ago, over this same distance, the horse ran decently, jumping slowly and settling towards the rear. It made a move in the middle stages, attempting to close on the leaders. This time with a three-pound weight reduction and similar section times among the group, it has drawn a poor barrier requiring a hold-up tactic. However, its finishing kick is unlikely to be strong enough against its rivals, making for an unfavorable situation; even with previous form at this distance, it’s not expected to perform well in this race.