(# 7) PINE HAWK - Set a swift pace against better last time out. Was hard used to attain lead into first turn. Drop into a claimer by trainer Randy Allen seems like the right move. Front bandages were removed in last so runner would appear to be set for top try.

(# 9) Jet Above - Finished in front of our top selection in most recent race. Stalked that day and similar tactics will probably be employed today.

(# 3) Pays Bleu - South American import ran against better in only two races here. Blinkers go on, and runner has a fast work on view, presumably with them.

(# 2) Demand a Favor - Improving a little with each race. Horses best race to date was only effort around two turns, over the turf at Laurel. Post good for ground saving stalker.

The Plays: Wager $6.00 to win and place on # 7.
$4.00 exacta boxes: 2-7, 3-7 and 7-9.
Total wager = $36.00.