22:15 fair-grounds Saturday 27th December 2025

EVAN ON EARTH (3) fought on for third last start over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt), making it two minor placings in a row. Drawn to stalk the leaders. Won't find this as tough so he is sure to be right there at the finish. BENJI STAR (7) returns from a lay-off of ten months after back-to-back wins to close last campaign, the latest over 6f at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record here at the distance with three wins and a minor placing from six tries. Among the leading chances. CONFRONT (4) is a handy type who resumes after a break of ten weeks. At his last appearance he finished sixth over 5½f at Keeneland (Turf), beaten 4 lengths. Has scored when resuming from a lay-off before. Should camp just off the leaders. Should be involved in the finish. FULLY VOLATILE (6) resumes from a lay-off of three-and-a-half months. Has filled a minor placing at both when resuming runs. Opened last prep with a second over 5½f at Horseshoe Indianapolis. One of the better prospects.