STERLING WONGCHOY

Three weeks ago, in a race over the same distance, the performance was poor; he led early but faded significantly in the middle stages, finishing third, beaten by one and a half lengths. Moving up in class this time with a 20-pound weight reduction, facing relatively comparable opposition, and drawing a good barrier, he has the potential to track the pace and enjoys a favorable position. Karis Teetan takes the ride, forming a promising horse-jockey combination. Despite a weak finishing kick and a previous lack of synergy with his trainer, a clean break should allow him to settle comfortably in a forward position and contend for a place.