21:15 fair-grounds Thursday 5th February 2026

STEPPING STONES (1) impressed when successful on debut over 5½f at this track (Turf) two-and-a-half weeks ago. Likely improver who should run well again. SOLEMN VOW (9) is having her first look at a turf track and resumes off a lay-off of ten weeks. Kicked off last campaign with a seventh at Saratoga (Dirt) over 6f. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Expecting a bold showing. VELCAMP (8) was doing her best work late last start to get up for third over 5½f at this track (Turf). One of the main contenders. HIDDEN MAP (2) recorded her first win last start over 5½f at this track (Turf), getting home by half a length. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. C J McMahon was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. This is tougher but she cannot be underestimated.