20:15 fair-grounds Friday 27th February 2026

BYWORD (8) turned things around last start and scored by a nose over 1m1/4f at this track (Dirt). Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. CLOUD WITHOUT REIN (9) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a lay-off on September 11, finishing fourth and beaten 3. 5 lengths over 6f at Delaware Park (Dirt). Has switched to the Norm W Casse yard. Sure to make his presence felt. HIGHSTAKES HUSTLER (7) could only manage eighth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 6f at this track, beaten only one length after being in the firing line on the bend. Likely improver with strong prospects. DR NIKO (3) was unplaced two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at this track, beaten 10 lengths into fourth. E Nieves gets the best out of this four-year-old gelding. Finds a nice race and can atone.