23:00 charles-town Saturday 18th October 2025

FAVORITE ROAD (1) ran fourth at his latest appearance over 6½f at this track, clocking in 6 lengths from the winner. Has a sound record here with three wins and four minor placings from 13 starts. Likely to be in the finish. EASIER SAID (4) finished out of the money two starts back then he was never in contention and was beaten 20 lengths when seventh in a 7f contest at this track a week-and-a-half ago. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. HARDLY EVER BETTER (2) has been thereabouts lately without being able to break through, the latest effort a third at this track (Dirt) over 4½f. Distance specialist with three wins and 14 minor placings from 22 runs and is expected to run well. RIDE THE BRAND (3) is putting together some solid results. Finished third at this track (Dirt) two starts back then scored by 2 lengths last time out over 4½f at this track (Dirt). Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish.