Sat, January 04, 2025

ORIZZONTE (1) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 6f at Churchill Downs, beaten 4 lengths. Tackling a more suitable race so he is a key runner. EL MAGNIFICO (2) resumes. Didn't make an impact at its only run last prep on 31/10/2024, finishing fifth and beaten 11 lengths over 1m at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Should park just off the speed. Sure to be in the finish. SKIP THE LINE (4) wasn't far off maiden success before a break of 11 months, finishing the campaign with a minor placing over 1m1/2f at Gulfstream Park (Dirt). Good effort to open last prep when in the money at Gulfstream Park over 1m1/2f. Nicely placed and can get off the mark. BAYOU BLITZ (3) is a four-year-old gelding on debut from the stable of Michael Stidham. By Practical Joke from Louisiana Voodoo. Top-three chance.