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Three weeks ago, over the same distance, this horse followed the leaders but maintained a steady pace with no noticeable acceleration. This time benefiting from a five-pound weight reduction, however, his group timing isn’t impressive and he's drawn an outside barrier, making the situation less favorable. The trainer-jockey combination is not ideal, yet the horse appears capable of challenging for the lead early on. The jockey seems to have some understanding of the horse’s capabilities; a clean break should allow him to push forward aggressively.