21:09 aqueduct Sunday 23rd November 2025

APALTA (6) has been in the betting recently but has failed to break through. Most recently finished sixth over 1m at this track (Dirt), beaten 11 lengths. One of the leading contenders in this suitable contest. NOGUCHI (2) was always well out of his ground when 11 lengths from the winner in sixth over 6f at this track last start, a less impressive effort than his fourth at Saratoga the run before. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. THE HERO CODE (9) is finding the breakthrough elusive, beaten 3 lengths into fifth at his latest appearance over 1m at Laurel (Turf). Has enough ability to be competitive in this line-up. DR INSEL (10) was prominent at the bend and finished third last time over 1m at this track (Dirt), beaten 3 lengths. Will trim down following recent racing. Nicely placed to run well again.