Sun, January 12, 2025

PURE CLASS (1) has been kept fresh since finishing second over 7f in stakes class at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt) four weeks ago. Was a determined winner when fresh from a lay-off two runs back. Should be poised just off the lead. Will play a major role. CONCRETE GLORY (3) scored last time over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt), making it two wins from three appearances this campaign. Has a perfect record over this longer journey. Hard to knock winning form and looks a key chance again. SUNCROFT (6) resumes after a break of seven months. Did win at his only other when resuming run when on debut, scoring over 6½f at Turfway Park. Should be prominent. CARAMEL CHIP (7) comes here off a last-start fourth, beaten 5 lengths, over 7f at this track. Has a sound record here with five wins and three minor placings from 17 starts. Strong top-three chance.