Fri, February 07, 2025

INTERLOCK EMPIRE (4) performed above expectations last time over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt), finishing one length from the winner in second after starting at huge odds. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Expecting a bold showing. NULLIFY (5) has a moderate winning strike-rate but performed well when returning from a break last time at this track (Dirt), finishing third and only 1.5 lengths from the winner at the end of 6f. Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. REDEMPTION TIME (3) turned in a modest performance when fourth last time out over 1m1/2f at this track, beaten 5 lengths. That followed a win at Churchill Downs at the previous outing. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. DEMOTIVATE (7) was well beaten and faded right out of it last time at Santa Anita (Dirt) but gets some weight relief. Is going well this campaign, recording a win and three minor placings from seven starts. Don't underestimate.