22:53 oaklawn-park Friday 2nd January 2026

GOD'S COUNTRY (5) lines up for the first time since May 3. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 6f at this track. Rates highly and should take some beating. WHITLEY (1) has not raced since being well supported on his debut on February 8 over 6f at this track (Dirt) when he finished fourth, beaten 2. 75 lengths. Will be better for that run. Leading contender. WILLY CUTS (3) is fresh from a lay-off of eight months and did hit the frame when last resuming at this track (Dirt) over 6f. In a different yard now. Has found the right race and is worth including. TAKEN ON THE RUN (8) resumes from a lay-off of seven months and looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing over 6½f at Lone Star Park (Dirt). Expect he has come on over the break. Solid top-three hope.