Z's trainer has never liked synthetic surfaces. Z (and her trainer) disliked the surface at Del Mar. Fact is that she looked the most comfortable when she ran on the dirt at Oaklawn. Her trainer has a Derby Win at Churchill (backed up by a decent 4th in the BC Classic at Churchill.) I would not assume she was at her best on the Pro Ride. That's wishful thinking. This is still a guy who prefers training for dirt racing. Careful what you wish for.
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