Keeneland

Another absorbing stop on the road to the Kentucky Derby. Further Ado is a smart sort who battled through some demanding fractions on a tiring surface when second in the Tampa Bay Derby, but CLASS PRESIDENT could have his measure. The Todd Pletcher-trained colt found a ton under pressure when outbattling Silent Tactic in the Rebel at Oaklawn and should be even better at this 1m1f trip. He is a likeable type with a lot of ability and a great attitude. Reagan's Honor (second preference) looked the part in an allowance race at Fair Grounds and the smart time matched the impression he created. [James Willoughby]