The last trial heat at Belmont today turned out to be a two-horse war with old-stager Victory Trump just edging out Early Express in the best time of the day. Both horses are lightly raced and are returning from lengthy spells. Victory Trump (28 starts 10 wins / 7 places) last raced back in June 2003. The 9YO was a handy 2/3YO and also won the listed Birthday Stakes as a 4YO. Early Express (22 starts 5 wins / 9 places) last raced back in Oct 2004 when was a beaten fav in the listed Anniversary Cup. His last win was back in Nov 2003 beating Modem in the group II Lee Steere Stakes. Good luck to connections and let’s hope there’s a win or two or three around the corner for both.