Sam HoustonSat, February 17, 2024

BANDERA BLING (4) has been a regular in the winners' stall of late including last start in dominant fashion over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Winning rider Inosencio Diego retains the mount. Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to test this field. HEZAKOOLKAT (5) registered his first win last start over 5½f at this track (Dirt), getting home by 1.5 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. Re-unites with Fernando Jara who was on board last start. Serious contender again with the confidence high. SON OF A BLING (3) is an honest type who impressed last time, scoring by 2 lengths over 1m at this track (Dirt). Has been in sound form this prep with a win and a placing from four starts. Capable of going well. UNBRIDLED BLING (1) was beaten 7 lengths into fourth in a 6½f contest at this track last time out. Has his share of talent and is a top-three prospect.