Mon, January 06, 2025

LA TOURISTA (8) fought on for third last start over 6½f at this track (Dirt), making it two minor placings in a row. Must raise the bar but she has the ability to test this field. R TENDERONI (7) has switched yards since finishing fifth six weeks ago over 1m1/4f at this track. One of the genuine hopes in the race. OBSTINATE (14) made progress last time out, finishing 3 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1m1/4f at this track after being prominent at the bend. Facing a tougher assignment but she is capable of running a bold race. BELLA MARIA (2) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 5½f at this track, beaten 2.75 lengths. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well.