Mahoning Valley 05 March 2016
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BLUE TIE AFFAIR finally got his head back in front last time, after a string of decent efforts, and there is no reason why he cannot follow up today. The eased-in-grade Easy Bling rates a big danger, along with Draw Nigh.
ANGELSMADISONGRACE was found out by the step up in grade last time but she had gone very close when last tried at this level. Spectacularfashion and Just Like Ashley should also be in the mix.
SPIRIT AMOUR has finished a neck second in this grade the last twice and the three-time winner deserves to get his head back in front in this beaten claimer. Wedded Prince and Colony Classic are also noted.
LADY OF RIVENDELL is a model of consistency and ran another solid race in defeat here on her first start for new trainer Ronald Newlun last month. If she's come forward for that outing she should be able to land a telling blow. Catafire and Flipster complete the shortlist.
A few in with chances here but SARATOGA BOOT hasn't shaped badly the last twice and might be the one to plump for. Statehood and Avanzando are others to consider.
MISS BORREGO has been in good form of late and might prove the safest option in a trappy event. The consistent Up And Away is getting on now but can run well, likewise Vortex.
QUEEN'S EXPRESS went close over 6f here last month and can better that effort now dropping back in trip. Thank You For Me and Lost Kodiak can scrap it out for the silver medal.
Purple Panda has claims on his best form but of more interest is JACKIE KAZ, who makes some appeal on his 6f second here in February, a race in which he had Vantastic Magic (third) in arrears.