James the First!

Walmac Farm's James made a third career start a winning one with a battling victory at Delaware Park on Wednesday.

Ridden prominently by Paco Lopez, James took to the lead at the top of the stretch of this six furlong sprint, sticking to his guns in determined fashion to hold sway by three-quarters of a length.

This lovely son of Justify can move up again from here with this nice confidence booster under his belt.

And now for the weekend entries, per Equibase:

Saturday

Delaware Park

Patrol Squad Six - Race 5, Allowance

Laurel Park

Compatriot - Race 7, Allowance

Molitor - Race 10, Maiden Special Weight

Meadowlands

Big Lous Messenger - Race 4, Claiming $7,500