Gulfstream Park

The Puma won the Tampa Bay Derby on only his third start but three horses stand out as better prospects, notably Nearly who is passed over in this race only because the splits of the Holy Bull suggest he may have stamina questions to answer on this first attempt at 1m1f. By contrast, the Fountain of Youth time stood out as a proper staying test and the progressive winner Commandment will make a bold bid for a fourth straight win, even though he has a workmanlike way of doing things. But CHIEF WALLABEE may be able to reverse the form. The Bill Mott-trained colt was conceding experience to the winner and went under by only a neck. He is a very good prospect. [James Willoughby]