Charles TownFri, January 16, 2026

GURNEY HALLECK (1) had been rock-solid with two placings in a row before finishing fourth over 7f at Laurel last start. Change of jockey to Arnaldo Bocachica who has a strong record when aboard with a win and three placings from four rides. Bold showing expected. IHAVEANAPPFORTHAT (3) was thereabouts last time out when second at Laurel (Dirt) over 6f, beaten half a length. Is going well this campaign, recording a win and three minor placings from five starts. Should prove tough to beat. MUSICAL STANDARD (5) has not been sighted since he scored over 6½f at this track on October 16. One of the leading contenders. RED DAWN COMING (4) recorded his first win last start over 6½f at this track (Dirt), getting home by 3 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. Tougher assignment this time but is one of the main contenders.