Sam HoustonSun, February 18, 2024

MINISTER MAZ (5) made progress last time out, finishing 2 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 6f at this track after being in the firing line on the corner. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CREATIVE MIRACLE (2) has been in the money at his last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt). Well placed to make a big impression. BOARD CERTIFIED (6) is usually thereabouts but finds it hard to win, with just two wins from 29 starts. Again tasted defeat last start when fourth over 1m at this track, beaten 2.75 lengths. Faces an easier assignment so he is likely to play a big role. EMERGENCY RESPONSE (3) finished a 11 length seventh on dirt at Remington Park in a. Switched to turf last time at this track over 1m and again missed the frame, finishing a 11 length eighth. Worth another chance returning to the dirt.