19:20 gulfstream-park Wednesday 24th December 2025

SHADES OF JADE (5) was an effortless maiden winner last time out over 6f at Aqueduct (Turf), scoring by 2. 75 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. Looms as one of the hardest to beat again. ON THE PAYROLL (8) was quickly into stride and went on to score by 0. 8 lengths last time out over 5½f at this track (Synthetic). Taking on a better line-up this time but she deserves plenty of thought. CLAY SOLDIER (6) is a distance specialist who missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 5f at Woodbine, beaten only 1. 3 lengths after being in the firing line on the corner. Tackling a more suitable race so she is a major player. ALAS DORADAS (1) was never in contention when resuming last start over 5f at this track (Synthetic), finishing seventh and beaten 7 lengths. Reunites with Jose E Morelos who has a win when partnering. In the mix with race fitness now on side.