Fair GroundsSat, January 17, 2026

CLEAR AS A BELE (5) is back from a lay-off of six-and-a-half months after closing last prep with three straight minor placings. Boasts a fine strike-rate when fresh from a break. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Expecting a bold showing. DAPPER MOON (2) ran on strongly only to just miss last start over 6f at this track (Dirt). Will derive great benefit from recent racing. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish. CLASSIC TIME (4) is back at the races for the first time since March 22. Scored over 5½f at this track at the start of last prep. Looks a strong top-three prospect. F T W SLAM (9) finished fifth last time out over 6f at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Has a solid record here including six wins and six minor placings from 15 outings. One of the leading contenders.