21:15 fair-grounds Tuesday 17th February 2026

EXCLUSIVE STAR (6) has been thereabouts without winning, the most recent offering a second at this track (Turf) over 1m when she was beaten 0. 8 lengths. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Will give a great sight. ONTARIO (5) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 1m at this track (Turf) after being prominent from the outset. Looks well placed this line-up so expect another big run. SY B (1) resumes from a lay-off of eight months. Has filled a minor placing at both when resuming runs. Opened last prep with a third over 1m1f at Churchill Downs Turf. Will be thereabouts. CHANNEL CHECK (9) accounted for a maiden field over 1m at this track (Turf) last start, finishing 0. 3 lengths ahead of the nearest rival. Isaac Castillo was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. This is tougher but she is capable of another big run.