Wed, January 01, 2025

CRYPTO MAN (2) is back at the races for the first time since October 26. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a lay-off last prep over 1m1/2f at Del Mar. Capable of playing a major role. LOMACHENKO (8) finished out of the money two starts back then he got a long way back and was beaten 5 lengths when ninth in a 1m1/2f contest at this track five-and-a-half weeks ago. Finds a nice race and can feature in the finish. LINE ASTRAY (4) hit the frame two starts ago at this track but ran below par last time when seventh and beaten 14 lengths over 7f at this track (Dirt). Yet to miss the placings in two starts over this course and distance. Likely improver with strong prospects. PERFORMANTE (5) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at this track (Dirt) over 7f. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race.