24:53 charles-town Thursday 23rd April 2026

HALA BLUE (1) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 3. 5 lengths when fifth over 7f at Parx a month ago after being prominent at the turn. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. GENECHO (7) raced on the speed from the outset last start and finished third, beaten 1. 75 lengths, over 5½f at Laurel (Dirt). Beautifully placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. SPATULA (8) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fifth at Tampa Bay Downs (Dirt) over 5½f. Has the class to get back to winning ways. Set Weights EET MANHATTAN (5) meets a moderate field and in the money six from 10 starts at this trip. Sound form at track and trip including a win and six places and could sneak into the finish at odds.