MIDDLE BAY HANDICAP
#1 Metro Warrior finds himself in a winnable contest, now third-up after two close-up fourths this preparation. In a field without a clear standout, he is well placed. #9 Victorythirtythree finished close-up in three runs last season and may have improved over the off-season based on recent trial performances. He has drawn the right part of the straight course. #2 Ace Victory can improve on his second start back in Class 4. He showed enough in his trial leading into this race to be a contender. #5 Master Trillion is a first starter who has looked okay in his trials without being fully tested.