Fri, January 17, 2025

NATIVE STAR (4) disappointed last start when out of the placings over 5½f at this track (Dirt), beaten 7 lengths. Has the ability to figure prominently. JACKSON D (8) has had two runs since a break, the latest a sixth over 1m at this track (Turf), beaten 6 lengths. Improvement in store so a big run is likely. APRIORITY AVENGER (5) has been thereabouts without winning, the latest offering a second over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Should park just off the speed. Will be in this for a long way. PUTTHEHAMMERDOWN (10) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing seventh at Delta Downs (Dirt) over 1m after he was well back on straightening. Placed to advantage so expect a bold run.