19:57 presque-isle-downs Monday 15th September 2025

XERCES (2) hasn't won recently but looks close to a breakthrough based on her last start second at Penn National (Dirt) over 1m when beaten 0.3 lengths. Blinkers applied so a bold showing is anticipated. LA CREMA (6) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 4 lengths when fourth over 1m1/4f at this track a week ago. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. CRYSTAL WATER (1) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 7½f at Mountaineer Park, beaten 4 lengths after being in the firing line on the turn. Meeting a deeper field this time but she is good enough to play a major role. HIGH TRACK (3) did a great job to score by 0.8 lengths over this course and distance last time out to continue her outstanding recent form. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role.