24:39 penn-national Wednesday 18th March 2026

JOKING WAY (5) ran below expectations last time after being in the firing line on the turn at this track (Dirt), finishing fifth and beaten 5 lengths starting at 4/5. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. I ONCE STOOD ALONE (6) settled towards the tail then wound up strongly to finish 2. 75 lengths away in third when resuming last start over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Will drift back but is expected to be in the finish again. BOOK MARKER (2) is yet to fill a placing in two runs since resuming from a lay-off, the latest when fourth over 6f at this track (Dirt) after he travelled towards the rear of the field. Will strip fitter and looks the main danger. MISCHIEF WARRIOR (1) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at this track (Dirt) over 6f. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time.