Sat, January 11, 2025

TURN NORTH (1) is back after a break of five months. Looking to emulate his win at Lone Star Park when returning from a lay-off last prep. Lines up. For the first time for trainer abel ramirez-rodriguez. Comes here with definite claims. MORO MAFIA (9) improved last time out, finishing 2.5 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1m at Delta Downs after being in contention on the bend. Meets some better types this time but this looks well within his grasp. UP UP AND AWAY (7) finished out of the money two starts back then he was always well out of his ground and was beaten 8 lengths when fourth over 1m1/4f at Remington Park seven weeks ago. Taking on a better field but he is good enough to take this out. PROVEN ADVOCATE (8) was in the firing line on the bend and finished third last start at the first run back from a lay-off over 7f at Delta Downs (Dirt), beaten 0.6 lengths. Fitter for that run. In the right race and is worth serious consideration.