Tampa Bay DownsWed, January 07, 2026

ALARIK (3) returned from a lay-off seven-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 9 lengths into sixth over 6f at Gulfstream Park. Ideally placed and is sure to prove tough to beat. ARROGANCY (7) settled well back last time out then found the line strongly to finish 9 lengths away in fourth over 6f at this track (Dirt). Will drift back but is going to be hard to hold out. METAPHOR (5) is a genuine five-year-old gelding who resumed with a solid second last time out at this track (Dirt) over 6½f. Bright prospects. GOD WITH US (4) improved last time out, finishing 1. 75 lengths from the winner in third over 6½f at this track. Likely improver who looks sure to play a big role.