Sam HoustonSat, May 17, 2025

IMA CHILI (1) is progressing well this campaign. Opened with a sixth in Group 2 class at Remington Park (Dirt) two starts back then got the job done by 0.1 lengths last time out over 0½f at Remington Park (Dirt). Meeting a deeper field this time but he is good enough to play a major role. MARFALOUS (2) returns from a layoff of seven months. Scored over 1f80yards at this track at the start of last prep. Lines up. For the first time for trainer martin rodriguez. Sure to make his presence felt. HES JESS APOLLITICAL (6) hit the frame two starts ago at Remington Park but ran below par last time when eighth and beaten 3 lengths over 1½f at Remington Park (Dirt). Finds a tougher race but a win is not out of the question. DEFIVES (3) accounted for a maiden field over 1f80yards at Remington Park (Dirt) last start when fresh from a break. Harder task ahead this time but can measure up.