Sam HoustonSat, March 16, 2024

STAYED IN FOR HALF (6) finished seventh last time out over 6f at Oaklawn Park, beaten 5 lengths. Has a good record at this journey with two wins from seven starts. Should be in the finish. DARK AFTERNOON (7) returned from a lay-off four weeks ago when he was beaten 1.3 lengths into fourth over 5f at this track. Has been in the money at each second up start. Fitter this time. Hard to beat in this suitable race. JACKMAN'S RIDE (5) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by 2 lengths over 5½f at this track (Dirt). That continued the good form this campaign, with two wins and two minor placings from five outings. Should be in the finish. SIR STERLING (3) returns from a long lay-off and tackles a turf track for the first time. Opened last campaign with a ninth at Oaklawn Park (Dirt) over 6f. Looks a solid each-way hope.