ThistledownMon, April 20, 2026

MIDNIGHT DRIVEN (6) wasted no time getting off the mark as favourite on debut over 6f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) three weeks ago. Promising type who can measure up again. DRILL BLITZ (2) opened this campaign last start with a third, beaten 1. 75 lengths, over 6f at Mahoning Valley. Has a solid record here including two wins and five minor placings from eight outings. Has the right credentials. KERKYRA (4) hit the frame when resuming two runs back at Mahoning Valley but couldn't back it up last start when sixth, beaten 12 lengths, over 1m at Mahoning Valley (Dirt). Finds a nice race and can make amends. STRIKING LADY (1) was in the firing line on the corner and finished third last start over 6f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt), beaten 9 lengths. Should be peaking. Yet to miss the placings in three starts over this course and distance. Placed to advantage so expect another forward showing.