03:56 los-alamitos-racecourse Monday 16th March 2026

JESS BEING A FRIEND (8) raced on the speed when resuming last start over this course and distance and stuck on well to finish second, beaten a nose. Placed to advantage so expect a big run. LISTEN NOW (2) resumes. Wasn't far away at last run before a break, finishing ninth over 1f180yards at Group 2 level at this track (Dirt) 12 weeks ago. Rates highly and makes plenty of appeal. COWBOY BOLT (5) stalked the pace when resuming at this track and trip last start then worked to the line steadily to finish third. Among the leading chances. OPTICAL ILLUSION (1) was out of the money two runs back when fresh from a lay-off then again missed the frame last start over 1f130yards at this track, beaten 1. 1 lengths into fourth. Has his share of talent and is a top-three prospect.