Sun, February 16, 2025

VICTORY AVENUE (2) looked good at his only appearance 13 months ago over 7f at this track (Dirt), finishing second and beaten 1.75 lengths. Sure to have improved over the break and expected to play a major role. LEAN MUSIC MACHINE (5) is a four-start maiden who finished sixth at his most recent outing over 5f at this track (Turf). Finds a suitable assignment this time and is a great chance to break through. VERTRAUEN (6) missed the frame on debut then progressed nicely at his second outing when in the firing line on the bend, finishing 0.1 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 6f at this track. Going up a level this time but he is good enough to play a major role. TERM (1) is a four-year-old gelding who is having his first run for the William I Mott stable. Most recently finished in the placings at Churchill Downs (Dirt) before going for a break. Hasn't trialled publicly but looks nicely placed. Has to be respected.