19:27 sam-houston Saturday 14th February 2026

PAYNTER'S PALETTE (7) is back from a lay-off of six months. Closed last prep with a sixth, beaten 5 lengths, over 5f at Remington Park Turf. A bold showing is expected. CLEARLY GORGEOUS (4) finished 5 lengths away in fourth last time out over 5½f at this track when resuming from a lay-off. Tackles a longer journey this time. Has good early toe so she should be handy in the run. Will prove tough to beat. HELLABELLA (2) settled well back last start and never threatened when 23 lengths from the winner in eighth over 1m at Sam Houston Park Turf (Turf). Beautifully placed and is sure to give this a mighty shake. UP IN THE BLUE (1) returns after eight months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a sixth over 5f in Listed grade at Lone Star Park (Dirt). Rates highly on best form and should be in the mix.