01:49 charles-town Thursday 23rd October 2025

DIRECT APPEAL (6) disappointed last time when eighth over 1m1f in stakes class at this track (Dirt) after a close third at this track (Dirt) the run prior. Appeals back in trip this time so can bounce back. RUM N COKE (5) built on a nice second two starts back at this track (Dirt) with success as favourite over 6½f at this track (Dirt) two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by 0. 1 lengths. G Whitacre scored on him last time and retains the ride. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CAFFEINENNICOTINE (3) finished eighth two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 3. 5 lengths after being in the firing line on the corner over 5½f at Mountaineer Park (Dirt). Meets a stronger field but he is up to the task. MR DUMBLEDORE (4) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when fifth over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record at this course and distance, including two wins. Placed to advantage so expect a better run this time.