01:25 turfway-park Thursday 11th December 2025

HEDGE THE RISK (6) started at 5/1 last time and ran below expectations, finishing eighth and beaten 8 lengths at Aqueduct (Turf) over 1m1/2f. This doesn't look as hard so he is a major player. FIRST OF HIS NAME (9) last appeared seven weeks ago over 1m at Aqueduct when he finished fifth. This is his first run for the Jesus Esquivel stable. Definite winning chance in this line-up. RIVER OF TIME (12) went forward and gave a great sight before finishing second last time out over 1m1/4f at Presque Isle Downs (Synthetic). Will be handy in running despite the tricky draw. Tackling a deeper field this time but he is worth serious consideration. ALPHA OMEGA (1) last appeared when he scored over 1m1/2f at Horseshoe Indianapolis (Turf) on October 2. Looks one of the genuine hopes in the race.