Charles TownFri, July 12, 2024

LIGHTNIN RUNNER (2) returns from a break of ten weeks. Consistent performer last prep whose most recent appearance resulted in a second over 6½f at this track. Has a strong fresh record including three wins. Looks sure to be in the finish. MAGGIE'S GIRL (1) was only half a length away last time when second over 4½f in stakes class at this track (Dirt) after she was up on the pace all the way. In the money at each of her runs over this longer journey. Sure to be thereabouts. LUCYLOU WHO (3) was an effortless winner last time over 7f at this track (Dirt), scoring by 6 lengths. Has a good record here at this journey with two wins and four minor placings from seven starts. Capable of a big run. MOONLIT SHADOW (4) finished third two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 0.1 lengths over 6½f at this track (Dirt). Has her share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race.