Thu, January 09, 2025

PINFIRE (6) was well supported when resuming last time out over 7f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) and proved too strong, scoring by 2.75 lengths. Open to plenty of improvement and looks sure to be in the finish again. CONCENTRATION (1) is usually thereabouts but finds it hard to win, with only one victory from 17 starts. Again tasted defeat last start when fourth over 6f at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths. Placed to advantage so expect a big run. TOSCANO (3) settled well back and failed to come on last start when sixth over 6f at this track (Dirt) at his first run back from a break. Must be respected. GAMBE FORTE (5) defied a lack of market support last start, scoring by a nose over 6f at this track (Dirt). Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Solid claims on best form.