I doubt the weight will make a big difference. This is his second toughest race in his career IMO. We know what happened in the BC Sprint. I'd really like to see him win because I used to live in the Bay Area but I think he may be up agaisnt it here. There is a bunch of speed in this race and some very good competition. I would play against him although use him in the multi race exotics. I took a quick look at the race last night and I kinda like the 9 a bit. I think it's a spread race in the Pick 3, 4 and 5's.