Churchill DownsThu, June 13, 2024

SPARKLE OF HOPE (1) turned in a moderate run over this journey last time out, settling out the back and failing to feature when fifth over 6f at this track (Dirt). Nicely placed to turn things around. ADDICTED TO LOVE (5) doesn't win out of turn, scoring just two times from 20 starts. Did a good job last start to finish third over 6f at Horseshoe Indianapolis, beaten 7 lengths. Meets some better types this time but a win is not out of the question. BAYTOWN LOVELY (6) is coming along nicely this prep. Finished seventh when fresh from a lay-off two starts back at Keeneland (Dirt) then improved and scored over 7f at this track (Dirt) four weeks ago, getting home by 0.1 lengths after being in contention on the bend. Stepping up a level this time but on her best form she is good enough to cope. Capable of featuring prominently.