Charles TownThu, December 12, 2024

MATH MAN MARCO (5) hit the frame two starts ago at this track but ran below par last time when eighth and beaten 10 lengths over 4½f at this track (Dirt). Has the ability to take care of this field. MISSIONSNINETYNINE (9) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when 0.3 lengths away in second over 4½f at this track (Dirt) when he was in the firing line all the way. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. RUN TO DAYLIGHT (10) is coming off a last-start fifth, beaten 6 lengths, over 4½f at this track. Has solid form at this course with seven wins and seven minor placings from 31 starts. One of the main contenders. DIRECT THE SHOW (4) didn't do a bad job when fourth last start over 4½f at this track. That followed a win at this track the start prior. Worth another chance.