Tampa Bay DownsThu, February 12, 2026

PROTEGE (5) showed good pace and went on to score by 4 lengths last time out over 6f at this track (Dirt). Steps up a level but he is worth serious consideration. SECRET EMPIRE (4) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when 4 lengths away in second over 6f at this track (Dirt) when he was always up in the leading division. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. GUAPO AGAIN (7) displayed plenty of early toe and went on to score by 8 lengths last time out over 6½f at this track (Dirt). It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is capable of a big performance. MORNING CUP (1) had been racing well with two consecutive placings before last start managing only fifth over 6f at this track. Should camp just off the leaders. Sure to be thereabouts.