Sun, January 05, 2025

CAVA JOHN CASH (5) produced a reasonable effort when fifth last start over 0½f at this track, beaten 0.8 lengths. That followed a win at this track the start prior. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. FIREPLACE (3) went forward last time and battled on gamely to finish just 0.3 lengths from the winner in second over 1f80yards at this track (Dirt). Well placed and there is no reason he cannot salute. PEPEBARBARO (4) improved sharply on his fifth two starts back at this track (Dirt) with a win over 1f80yards at this track (Dirt) six weeks ago, getting home by 0.3 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. SPECIALMIRACLERUNNER (1) is nearing a win, the latest effort a close third over 1f80yards at this track (Dirt). In-form eight-year-old mare so she is sure to be in the mix again.