02:14 sam-houston Saturday 21st February 2026

MAJOR ORTIZ (2) was beaten just 0. 3 lengths last start when fresh from a lay-off and landed his first top-three finish in the process at this track (Dirt) over 5½f. Looks close to a win and gets his chance in this suitable contest. GUS CAUSE (3) remains a maiden after 11 runs. Was well in commission last time but could only manage to finish fourth over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Among the top chances in what looks a most suitable race. DRAMA KING (7) is fitter for two runs back from a lay-off, progressing nicely last time to finish third, beaten 5. 5 lengths, at this track (Dirt) over 7f. E Valdez-Jiminez goes well on this four-year-old and is back on top. Likely improver with strong claims. PROMISE ME MONEY (4) raced once in the maiden campaign when fifth at Remington Park (Dirt) over 5½f back on November 13. Not to be discounted with the blinkers applied.