Mon, January 06, 2025

CONQUEST SECRET (7) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Pleasanton, beaten 5.5 lengths into fifth. It doesn't get any easier but on her best form she is one of the chief contenders. SOPHIE JEAN (1) accounted for a maiden field over 4f124yards at this track (Dirt) last start when fresh from a break. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Adrian Escobedo was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Can go right on with the job now. PASS THE WOODFORD (3) drifted well back last start before winding up strongly to just miss when second over 4f124yards at this track (Dirt). Has a win and three minor placings at this journey from five starts and has to be respected. THIRSTY IN VEGAS (6) was beaten 6 lengths into fourth in a 6f contest at Los Alamitos at her latest appearance. Finds a nice race and can make amends.