24:00 charles-town Thursday 8th January 2026

MIDNIGHT STROLLER (5) again failed to feature last start, finishing seventh and beaten 6 lengths over 1m at Mountaineer Park (Dirt). Strong chance to open his account. JUBA'S TAJ (2) was safely held last time when eighth over 6½f at this track (Dirt). May appreciate the step back in journey this time. Key runner on his best form. THE GROOM'S JUL (7) is struggling to break through but has been around the mark lately, last start finishing third over 6f at Mountaineer Park (Dirt). Among the chances again. MILLE PAROLE (4) turned in a moderate debut over 4½f at this track (Dirt) on November 19 when he was safely held in fifth, 13 lengths from the winner. Open to plenty of improvement. Anticipating a better performance.