Mon, January 06, 2025

MIDNIGHT MAMMOTH (7) is resuming from a lay-off of five-and-a-half months and is looking to add to a sequence of three wins, the most recent over 1m4f in the G3 Cougar II Handicap at Del Mar (Dirt). Has a formidable combination with Armando Ayuso who has been aboard for his last two wins. Among the leading chances. COASTAL JAZZ (4) displayed plenty of early toe and went on to score by one length last time out over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Looks well placed so expect another big run. DIAMOND RIM (1) was in contention on the turn and finished second last time over 5f at this track (Dirt) when resuming from a lay-off, beaten 4 lengths. Karlo Lopez gets the best out of this six-year-old entire. Ready to go one better. COLLUSIONIST (6) scored last start at Arapahoe Park (Dirt) to make it four wins from eight starts this campaign. Deserves respect.