Oaklawn ParkSun, February 25, 2024

GLADRIEL (3) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when sixth, beaten 7 lengths, over 5½f at Golden Gate Fields (Synthetic). Has further improvement to come and is expected to feature in the finish. ALMOST DIALED OUT (10) was an effortless winner last time over 6f at Fairgrounds (Dirt), scoring by 4.5 lengths. Has a win and two minor placings at this journey from four starts and is sure to go well. TAKING CHARGE DESI (12) showed good early dash and raced on the speed last start before fading to finish 5 lengths back in fourth over 6f at this track (Dirt). Another bold showing is expected. SHELL SHOCK (1) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing seventh at Sam Houston Park (Turf) over 5f after she was well back on straightening. In the right race and should be about the mark.