Sunland ParkFri, February 23, 2024

STILL IN THE TRAP (1) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 6f at this track (Dirt) after being in contention all the way. Has the pace and draw to take up a good early position. Well placed this line-up and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. DIABOLICAL STORM (5) finished 6 lengths away in ninth last start over 6½f in stakes class at this track (Dirt) in a disappointing performance. Can bounce back. SMARTSREALGOOD (3) showed good speed to stalk the pace before drawing clear to score by half a length over 6½f here last time out. Will push forward and is among the chances again. MCMERCELUS (7) comes here off a last-start eighth, beaten 4 lengths, over 6½f at this track. This sets up nicely.