Sat, February 22, 2025

TEST FACTOR (5) finished fourth two runs back at this track (Turf) then improved last time out to score by 5 lengths as public elect after being in the firing line on the bend over 5½f at this track (Synthetic). Facing a tougher assignment but he is good enough to figure in the finish. ESPERON (9) has been racing in great heart with two top-three finishes on end, the latest a second over 5f at this track (Turf) when he was prominent throughout. Likely improver with strong prospects. JET WINGS (1) improved sharply on his tenth two starts back at this track (Synthetic) with success over 5½f at this track (Synthetic) three-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by 1.3 lengths after being in the firing line on the bend. Must raise the bar but he has the ability to test this field. MASKED MAN (3) did well to score two runs ago then turned in a nice run last time out when third over 5f at this track, beaten 2.25 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role.