Sun, January 05, 2025

CHIRINGO (1) battled on well to hold second last start over 6f at this track (Dirt), beaten 0.8 lengths when fresh from a lay-off as favourite. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot take this out. LOOMS BOLDLY (7) returns from a lay-off of ten weeks. Was safely held at the only appearance last prep when seventh over 6½f in stakes class at Aqueduct (Dirt). Form at this distance is strong with five wins from nine starts and is expected to feature. RED FLAG (8) had been in sparkling form winning three races on end but missed the frame most recently when fifth over 6f at Listed level at Fairgrounds (Dirt). Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. One of the main contenders. BIG HAT WILLIE (13) raced on the speed last start and battled on well but found one better over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Has been in sound form this prep with three wins from seven starts. Solid claims on best form.