20:43 laurel-park Sunday 21st December 2025

PRINCE OF JERICHO (7) was only 0. 1 lengths from the winner in second last time out in a small field over 6f in Listed grade at this track (Dirt) at the first run of the campaign. Sheldon Russell who has scored on him five times retains the mount. Will strip fitter so expect him to feature. GRAND OPENING (3) dug deep to win by 0. 3 lengths two runs back at Colonial Downs (Dirt) then finished fourth over 6½f in stakes class at Aqueduct (Dirt) last time. Will find this easier. Reunites with Jeiron Barbosa which is a proven winning combination. Leading contender. SHOWSTOPPER COPPER (1) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when sixth and beaten 9 lengths over 6f in Listed grade at this track (Dirt). A R Rodriguez who has two wins when partnering stays on. One of the main contenders. CHIPOTLE (2) is struggling to recapture the good form from last campaign, missing the frame at last few runs. Winning form at this distance strong with two wins and can sneak into the finish at odds.