Sat, January 04, 2025

TIRUPATI (6) disappointed when 9 lengths back in 11th last time over 1m in the G1 Matriarch Stakes at Del Mar (Turf). Kept fresh for this. Expected to bounce back. ANNIE'S JOY (1) went forward from the low draw last start and sat on the pace before sticking on well to finish second over 1m at Del Mar (Turf). Taking on a better field but she is capable of another big run. STARTS NOW (2) crossed from an outside draw last time to stalk the lead before drawing clear to win by 2.25 lengths over 1m1/2f at Aqueduct (Turf). Will push forward and is among the chances again. VELOCIOUS (4) built on a nice second two starts back at Pleasanton (Dirt) with success as favourite over 6f at Pleasanton (Dirt) five weeks ago, getting home by 1.3 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish.