Sat, January 04, 2025

FANCY CONCHO (3) was prominent from the outset when fourth over 7f at this track (Dirt) last time out. Has a good record here at this journey. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expected to be in the finish. XCELLENT START (7) finished out of the money two starts back then he settled well back and was beaten 3.5 lengths when sixth over 7f at this track three weeks ago. Likely improver with strong prospects. HURRICANE ALERT (9) finished fourth two runs back then did well last start but found one better over 7f at this track, beaten only half a length after being in contention on the turn. Meeting a tougher field but on his best form he is good enough to take this out. PENGUIN PARADE (1) raced on the pace over 6f at Mountaineer Park (Dirt) last time and went on to win by 6 lengths. Drawn to enjoy a nice run just off the speed. Can sneak into the finish again.