Penn NationalThu, February 22, 2024

Group 2 placegetter SECRETARY AT WAR (5) is racing well. Scored at this track (Dirt) in a then finished second, beaten 0.3 lengths, over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt) at the latest appearance four weeks ago. Winning rider Julio A Hernandez sticks. Well placed and should be in the finish. CARTE BLANCHE (6) went forward last start over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt) and held on well for third, beaten 3 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. SAMURAI SAINT (4) started at 13/2 last time and ran below expectations, finishing eighth and beaten 14 lengths at Parx (Dirt) over 1m1/2f. Faces an easier assignment so he is perfectly placed to score. ARISTOCAT (1) defied a lack of market support last start, scoring by 2.25 lengths over 1m at this track (Dirt). Good record at this journey with two wins and six minor placings from nine starts and cannot be underestimated.