Mahoning ValleyThu, November 07, 2024

GABADOST (5) has started twice, missing the frame on debut then doing a better job to finish third last time, beaten 3 lengths over 5½f at Thistledown (Dirt). Has the pace to be prominent from the outset. Heading the right way and is expected to prove tough to beat. COWGIRLTAKEMEAWAY (2) is a two-year-old filly by Fort Larned out of Blessingsofliberty on debut for the Jennifer Tooley stable. Leading prospect on face value, with betting holding the key. DANCEHALL JUSTICE (7) is resuming from a lay-off of four-and-a-half months and having her first run for the Aaron M West yard. Was in the placings when when resuming from a lay-off last campaign at Belterra Park (Dirt) over 4½f. One of the genuine hopes in the race. THISTLE QUEEN (1) turned in a moderate debut over 5½f at Belterra Park (Dirt) on September 6 when she was safely held in fifth, 10 lengths from the winner. Plenty of scope for improvement. Not to be discounted.