Santa Anita Horse Racing Tips

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Santa Anita - Friday 20th February 2026

1 8:30 PM - Race 1 - Maiden Optional Claiming

IMPROBABLE U has been knocking on the door with four placed efforts and looks ready to break through. Debby's Gal has shown promise in similar company. Mcsniper makes debut and could surprise.

2 9:02 PM - Race 2 - Claiming

A. P. AGAIN looks the one to beat after winning last time out over a similar trip. Flashy Fritz has shown consistent form and could challenge, while Wave With Envy drops in class and may improve.

3 9:32 PM - Race 3 - Maiden Special Weight

BLACKSMITH has strong form, including a runner-up in a Grade 2, and looks the one to beat. Easy Company placed well in a similar race last time. Authentic Patriot could improve on second start.

4 10:02 PM - Race 4 - Claiming

TOUGHERTHANTHEREST steps down in class and could bounce back to form. Dark Marcus has been consistent at this level and Austonian is another to consider after a recent placed effort.

5 10:33 PM - Race 5 - Maiden Claiming

AHRENS drops in class after a debut in tougher company and could prove too good. Trail Blaze has placed twice recently and rates next best. Another Juanito is also in with a shout.

6 11:03 PM - Race 6 - Claiming

HANDSOME TICKET steps up in class but looks well-placed to build on his last-time-out win. Ballyhooligan won over C&D last time and rates a danger, while Mici's Express placed in tougher company recently.

7 11:33 PM - Race 7 - Maiden Optional Claiming

SHARONS BEACH narrowly missed out last time and looks primed to go one better. Whynotanotherone showed promise in a stronger race recently. Montana Jet could make an impact on debut.

8 12:03 AM - Race 8 - Allowance Optional Claiming

MY KAT has the best recent form and looks well-placed to succeed. Lino's Angel finished a good second last time out and could challenge. Libel Proof is another with claims based on previous performances.

9 12:33 AM - Race 9 - Allowance Optional Claiming

COACH CRONIN has strong form and looks the one to beat despite a disappointing run last time out. Afternoon Nap could pose the main threat, while Special Club is also in contention after a recent win.

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