Charles TownSun, February 25, 2024

PLAYING FOR TWO (2) drew wide and was pretty plain last time out when 1.3 lengths from the winner in ninth at this course and distance. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Will prove tough to beat. VAN HOOK (5) returned from a break last start with a less than impressive fifth over 4½f at this track (Dirt) after travelling back in the field from the outset. Perfectly placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. DEREKA'S BLUFF (7) is usually thereabouts but finds it hard to win, with only one victory from 32 starts. Did a good job last start to finish third over 4½f at this track, beaten one length. Placed to advantage and can run a bold race. SPIRIT ON THE WIND (6) comes here following a win over 4½f at this track six weeks ago, getting home by 1.3 lengths. Hard to knock.