17:45 aqueduct Saturday 27th December 2025

MINISTERIAL (1) has switched yards since resuming with a win over 1m1f at this track. Did score at this stage when last in work at this track over 1m1f. Racing for the first time under a new trainer Oscar S Barrera Iii. Winning chance for the new barn. SKYLANDER (5) started at 11/2 last time on the back of a win at this track (Dirt) two starts ago but was below his best, finishing fifth over 1m at this track (Dirt). Perfectly placed and is sure to be there at the finish. AZTEC (2) showed good early speed and raced just off the lead before lifting to score by half a length over 1m1/4f at Parx (Dirt) last start. Good record at this journey with two wins and six minor placings from 11 starts and is one of the prime contenders. CREATE TROUBLE (3) has had mixed fortunes in two runs this campaign, both on turf. Scored fresh at Meadowlands but then missed the frame when eighth at this track over 1m1 1/2f six-and-a-half weeks ago. Looks set to bounce back returning to the dirt.