Sunland ParkSun, February 18, 2024

FLAGS FINALE (9) registered a strong win at Zia Park two runs ago. Not disgraced last time out when prominent at the bend before finishing second over 6½f at this track, beaten half a length. Yet to miss the placings from five starts at this track. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. JED (2) went forward and proved too strong last time out, scoring by half a length over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Likely improver with strong prospects. AR YA WEEGEE (4) is a talented gelding who tackled a tougher race at his last run on May 7 and finished eighth behind New Mexico Jeremy over 6½f in stakes class at Sunray Park (Dirt). Big chance in this class. ARTFUL CRITIC (6) finished 3.5 lengths back in sixth over 6½f at this track (Dirt) last time out after a gutsy win the start prior. Generally goes well here. Must be respected.