KINGSTON, Jamaica - The feature race on the nine-race card for Wednesday, March 5, 2025, is the Ash Wednesday Trophy, an Overnight Allowance event covering 6 ½ furlongs.
This race holds added excitement with the entry of the 2024 champion two-year-old, Unspun, making his 2025 debut. A total of 13 horses are slated to compete.
Here is the Quick Galloper's perspective on the potential outcomes for the race:
1 - FREEDOM STREET: This regular participant in Overnight races has shown inconsistent form. He cannot be relied upon to deliver a winning performance.
2 - RANI BANGALA: Rani Bangala has recently underperformed. Despite the addition of a figure eight, he is not considered a viable winning contender.
3 - WALL STREET TRADER: Nominated to race on February 8 but withdrew due to illness, Wall Street Trader finished second in his other 2025 outing, three and a half lengths behind Pack Plays. Dropping down in class and racing over a preferred distance makes him a compelling choice. Additionally, Pack Plays will run with blinkers, enhancing his chances.
4 - HUNTSMAN: It took Huntsman 32 starts to meet the conditions for the Overnight grade, marking the beginning of another learning phase for this competitor.
5 - I REALISE: Injuries have hindered this horse's progress, making it unwise to support him in this race.
6 - BANADURA: Having sought victory in this class for three consecutive outings, Banadura finished a strong second behind Inspire Force at 5 ½ furlongs on February 15 and is expected to benefit from the added distance. In that last effort, she implemented a new strategy, closing powerfully in the final furlong, giving her a solid chance in this trophy event.
7 - BURNING HEDGE: Racing for the second time in the Overnight class after a poor first attempt, this champion two-year-old local bred from 2024 faces a challenging race ahead.
8 - UNSPUN: Fittingly voted the top two-year-old in 2024, Unspun now faces older competitors for the first time. Trained by Norman Smith, Unspun comes into this race on a three-race winning streak, and the 6 ½ furlongs distance suits his running style perfectly.
9 - SHEER DELIGHT: After finishing fourth in the previous race, Sheer Delight is expected to be fitter for this outing. He is best considered for exotic wagers.
10 - ALLEGIANCE: Competing in the Overnight class for the first time, Allegiance has to adjust to this new environment.
11 - FEARLESS FORCE: After finishing sixth in his debut in the Overnight class on February 15, Fearless Force is a solid option for exotic bets.
12 - SENSATIONAL MOVE: With a proven track record at this level, Sensational Move’s consistency provides him every opportunity for success.
13 - MRPS LINKS: Entering this grade for the first time, MRPS Links will require some time to acclimate.
