Sat, January 11, 2025

TRUE MANTRA (6) was beaten just a nose last start when second in a small field over 5½f at Pleasanton (Dirt). Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Will give a great sight. P TWENTYTWO (5) finished fifth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 6f at Pleasanton, beaten only 1.3 lengths after being in the firing line on the corner. Looks well placed so expect another big run. UNUSUAL MEMORIES (1) was 7 lengths from the winner in seventh over 6f at Pleasanton (Dirt) last time following a minor placing on debut the run before. Will drift back but wind up late. Debut run was good and he looks a great chance to open the account. SHAKE THE DUST (3) missed the frame on debut then progressed nicely at his second outing, finishing 0.6 lengths from the winner in third over 5½f at Pleasanton. Likely improver who looks sure to play a big role.