A competitive 0-60 handicap over Dundalk’s 7f trip, where a strong pace forecast sets the stage for horses with proven stamina at the distance and finishing speed to thrive late. With several exposed types in the field, this shapes as a race where speed figure trends and suitability to trip and track could be key differentiators.

🔝 Macadams Rock

Leads the field from a speed consistency and suitability angle. He’s posted four consecutive figures in the 63–67 range, which is remarkable at this level. His average and peak figures over 7f are the best in the race, and he handles Dundalk well. If he gets a clean sit off the strong early tempo, he looks primed to strike. Live contender with solid value.

💥 Bucky Larson

Out of sorts recently, but massively interesting on past figures. He boasts the highest speed figure ever recorded in the field (86.76) and rates top on both track and distance peak metrics. Back at a venue and trip where he’s thrived in the past, he’s a lurker if finding even 80% of his best form. A dark horse worth a second glance at a big price.

🔁 Manhattan Dandy

One of the more reliable performers in the field, he’s shown three strong efforts in his last four starts with solid figures at this distance. While he lacks the explosive top-end of Bucky Larson or Macadams Rock, his recent 63.34 effort suggests he’s holding his form well. The pace setup could see him pick off tiring leaders late.