The Withers – Grade III [KYD]
1 1/16 Mile Inner Dirt Stake Purse $250.000 Open 3 Year Olds.

1st Farley On Wheels, trained by Tiratzo
This son of Charley Farley could not have been more impressive in winning this early TC pointer showing speed and control from his wide box and then sauntering home by an easy two lengths. I had a sneaking suspicion that after a nice closing third in the Nashua this one could turn out to be under rated and he certainly proved that today coming home pretty much unchallenged. Is he a live KYD hope, well only time will tell how strong this field was but a 1.36 and 2 mile work as a two year old and this performance certainly put him amongst the best so far.

2nd King Death Row, trained by Aer Stables
Ran a decent race but was no match for the winner. His performances so far suggest he may be just below the best of the three year olds but he is entitled to have another go and getting into the KYD and he is an honest sort who looks to have come to hand at the right time.
3rd Remember The Mummy, trained by LionKing Stables
Kept on at one pace in a pace dominated race but as he only won his maiden a month ago has shown he has the ability to compete at this level.

4th Niner Forty Niner, trained by John Henry
Never really had a chance as he slipped back in the field early in a race where it looked essential to be on the speed. This was his first start since November though so he may have needed it and should be more competitive next time out.

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