The fourth event on the ten-race Saturday card of September 19 is tailored for three- and four-year-old non-winners of four races.
An intriguing field of eight horses, all three-year-olds, will face the starter over a middle-distance test of seven furlongs.
Adding a layer of intrigue to the contest, every entrant in the lineup boasts recent experience competing in the Classic races.
While several runners are seeking to regain their best form after gruelling Classic campaigns, others enter in prime condition.
The seven-furlong trip will serve as a decisive stamina check, favouring those who can balance early pace with a strong closing drive down the straight.
1 – FERNANDO
Three-year-old chestnut colt (February 17) by Successful Native out of Dancing Queen
Trainer – Anthony Nunes
Jockey – Raddesh Roman
Equipment Change – Visor off
Following an eighth-place effort in the 2000 Guineas, Fernando returned to action on July 4, finishing fifth, over 14 lengths behind Pepper Stepper, over an inadequate 5 ½ furlongs. Stepping back up to seven furlongs suits his running style far better, handing this colt a prime opportunity to secure his third career victory.
2 – SENOR BISCOTTI
Three-year-old bay colt (February 8) by Savoy Stomp out of Baby P Trainer – Richard Azan
Jockey – Eric Haughton
A proven fixture in the Classic division, Senor Biscotti hit the board with earning efforts in both the 2000 Guineas and the Jamaica St Leger. In his sole attempt at the non-winners of four level, he closed well to finish third behind Mohanlal and Tia Maria. Seasoned and battle-tested, another consistent display is expected from him here.
3 – DARWIN
Three-year-old bay colt (February 27) by Casual Trick out of Cape
Trainer – Richard Azan
Jockey – Tajay Suckoo
Equipment Change – Figure 8 on
After earning his second career victory on June 20, Darwin was tested in high-profile company in both the Jamaica Derby and the Winston Griffiths Classic, though he made little impact in either. Adding the Figure 8 equipment may help, but he still faces a steep uphill climb against this group.
4 – FIDELITY
Three-year-old bay gelding (March 28) by Bern Identity out of Hush My Darling
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Calvin Bailey
Fidelity has made two previous appearances in the non-winners of four category without making any meaningful impression. Overall, he has been a major disappointment throughout his three-year-old campaign and needs a dramatic turnaround to feature.
5 – BIGGER BOSS
Three-year-old bay colt (January 27) by Bern Identity out of Woman Is Boss
Trainer – Jason DaCosta
Jockey – Robert Halledeen
There is little positive to report regarding Bigger Boss's recent form. He has failed to challenge for a place anywhere near the winner's enclosure since capturing his second win back in February, making him hard to recommend.
6 – WAH A GWAAN
Three-year-old bay colt (February 13) by Aveenu Malcainu out of She’s Irie
Trainer – Christopher Pierre
Jockey – Dane Dawkins
This developing bay colt steps into this tougher company following back-to-back victories. While this represents a step up in class and the start of a new learning curve, he remains an intriguing contender in form.
7 – VICTORIOUS LINKS
Three-year-old bay filly (May 8) by Western Mirror out of Victory Turn Trainer – Lawrence Freemantle
Jockey – Tevin Foster
As the undisputed speedster of the field, Victorious Links will likely establish an easy early lead. The main question mark centres on her endurance at seven furlongs, as her track record over extended trips shows a pattern of leading comfortably before tiring late. However, against moderate rivals what is essentially the second tier of the three-year-old cohort, she may well lead from gate to wire.
8 – GIVING THANKS
Three-year-old bay filly (January 18) by Bern Identity out of Lightning Lily Trainer – Philip Feanny
Jockey – Romane Gordon
One of the most reliable runners in her generation, Giving Thanks comes into this following a sharp victory in non-winners of three over the five-furlong straight just two weeks ago, a race that followed her runner-up finish in the 10-furlong Jamaica Oaks. Versatile and sharp, she will thoroughly relish every yard of the seven-furlong distance.
