Form Snapshot: Has been finishing strongly; stable sends out sharp runners in similar spots. Solid chance to be involved late and could spring a surprise.
5 23:07 Mahoning Valley (USA) 17 Dec 2025
Race 5 - Maiden Special Weight
1m Dirt (Dirt)
Form Snapshot: Form has been consistent, though missing knockout effort at this level. May improve but needs to show best run to contend.
Form Snapshot: Runner has put together several determined finishes over recent months. Likely to be in the mix if repeating latest performance.
Form Snapshot: Recent outings have fallen short, often lacking late resolve. Likely vulnerable in deeper company.
Form Snapshot: Yet to break from disappointing string of results this season. Faces tougher field, difficult to recommend here.
Form Snapshot: Placed recently and appears capable of moving forward at this trip. Dark horse with good chance to run into the top three.
Form Snapshot: Shown glimpses of talent but little end product recently. Needs marked improvement to make impact here.
Form Snapshot: Handles the mile and has beaten several of these previously. Definite contender for win based on recent performances.
Form Snapshot: Has rewarded supporters in similar fields; sharp trainer O'Connell. The one they all have to beat.
Verdict
A competitive renewal is set over 1 mile for a purse of $24,300. Multiple runners bring strong recent form, particularly DARK THIRTY and NACHTHEXEN, who have faced and beaten similar rivals. FROMTHEWONDERLAND also brings reliable performances and could challenge late. BETTY WHO, a longshot, has been improving and is capable of a good run. With the leading contenders clashing, this race promises strategies from both favoured and outsider runners.
Verdict