01:55 turfway-park Thursday 1st January 2026

BLAST FURNACE (2) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a strong race last time out, finishing third and beaten only 0. 8 lengths over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Turf) after being in contention on the turn. This doesn't look as hard so he is one of the main contenders. OCEAN ATLANTIQUE (10) was below his best last time when sixth over 1m2f at this track (Synthetic), beaten 4 lengths. Nicely placed to bounce back. UNIVERSAL SOUND (5) has switched yards since finishing third four weeks ago over 6½f at this track. Sure to make his presence felt. MIDNITE IN FINLEY (7) was sent out at long odds last time but ran above expectations to finish fourth, beaten only 1. 3 lengths, over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Turf). Worth including.