19:57 tampa-bay-downs - ResultsSaturday 7th March 2026

SILVER SLUGGER (8) was flying with four wins in a row before being sent out favourite last time and finishing third over 6f at this track. Can find winning form again. EL CHISPAZO (7) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt) after being in contention all the way. Has good early pace. Meeting a deeper field this time but he deserves plenty of thought. SECRET EMPIRE (11) is a progressive type still in first campaign but off to a great start to career. Already a six time winner including last start when scoring by 2. 5 lengths over 5½f at this track (Dirt). Races well here and rates one of the each way chances. PROTEGE (3) got the prize two runs ago but was not as effective last time out when fourth over 5½f at this track, beaten 4. 5 lengths. Nicely placed to play a leading role.