ThistledownThu, April 23, 2026

TAKE FIVE CHARLIE (5) was narrowly beaten at his latest appearance at this track (Dirt) over 6f eight months ago. Expect him to play a major role. GONE WILD (7) started this campaign with a win two runs ago. Not as effective last time out when second over 6f at Mahoning Valley, beaten 8 lengths after being prominent at the turn. Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Likely improver with strong prospects. AFLOAT (4) is a progressive four-year-old gelding who hasn't raced since finishing second over 6f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) on November 18. Has scored when resuming from a lay-off before. Has to be included. RUN VINICIUS (6) was in great form at the end of the last campaign with back-to-back wins, the latest over 1m at this track six-and-a-half months ago. C P Pilares has been the pilot at his last two wins. One of the better hopes.