Louisiana DownsMon, August 17, 2026

LEISURELY (5) finished third two runs back at Louisiana Downs (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by half a length over 5f at this track (Turf). Finds a suitable assignment and can go back-to-back. VALDINA DREAMS (3) resumed two weeks ago over 6f at Louisiana Downs and was only beaten 0. 7 lengths into fourth after being in contention on the bend. Has a fair record when second up, including three top-three finishes. Fitter so anticipating a better run this time. CAJUN BLAST (2) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when fifth, beaten 5 lengths, over 7½f at this track (Turf) after he was in the firing line on the corner. Should be peaking now and shapes as a leading player. GARNET JUBILEE (1) was unplaced two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Louisiana Downs, beaten 24 lengths into seventh. Capable of featuring prominently.