ThistledownTue, May 19, 2026

MR PENNY PINCHER (5) ran a bold race over this journey last start, racing on the pace and sticking on strongly to finish 0. 8 lengths away in third at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt). Beautifully placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. TRICKY TIGER (7) finished fifth over 1m at this track (Dirt) last time out following a determined win in a. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Best form puts him right in this. THRU THE VINE (6) is ready to win after he just missed last time, beaten 0. 3 lengths into second over 6f at Mahoning Valley (Dirt) after being in the firing line all the way. Wide draw and will need a good steer from Mauro Cedillo. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. WE NEED A FAVOR (2) turned in a much better effort last time out to score by 0. 3 lengths over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Likely to be there at the finish again.