Laurel ParkSat, February 17, 2024

BE BETTER (3) ran below expectations last time in Listed grade at this track (Dirt) over 1m1/2f, finishing fourth and beaten 2.75 lengths. Sheldon Russell who has scored on him two times retains the mount. Expecting a bold showing. BOB MARCO (9) was an effortless winner last time over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt), scoring by 9 lengths. Has been in sound form this prep with four wins from 10 starts. Should prove tough to beat. IT'S SIZZLING TIME (6) was fresh from a two months break last start and scored by 2.5 lengths at this track (Dirt). Has three wins here. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. One of the main contenders. Group 2 winner DOUBLE CROWN (7) finished 13 lengths back in fourth in stakes company last time over 1m in stakes class at this track (Dirt). Did win two runs back by 0.1 lengths in stakes class at this track (Dirt). Jeiron Barbosa who has three wins when partnering stays on. Don't underestimate.