Churchill DownsThu, May 23, 2024

WILLOW BEND (6) returns after a lay-off of four-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 6½f at Keeneland. One of the genuine hopes in the race. LITTLE SISTER SUE (5) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when she settled well back over 6f at Keeneland, beaten 6 lengths into fourth. Finds a tougher race but a big run is on the cards. FRANGO ELECTRICO (8) met with solid support last start over 5f at Belterra Park (Dirt) when third, beaten 3 lengths. Can atone. SPARKLE OF HOPE (1) returns after a lay-off of five-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 6f at Ellis Park. Comes here with definite top-three claims.