Churchill DownsSat, June 22, 2024

FOR THE FLAG (5) returns from a lay-off of four months. Was safely held at the only appearance last prep when ninth over 1m in the G3 Honey Fox Stakes at Gulfstream Park (Turf). Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Will give a great sight. Group 3 placegetter SISTER LOU ANN (6) didn't make an impact at her last run before going for a lay-off on March 23 finishing fourth and beaten 6 lengths over 1m1/2f in Listed grade at Turfway Park (Synthetic). Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. JUNGLE JUICE (7) was well fancied when resuming last start and proved too strong, scoring by 1.75 lengths over 6f at Belterra Park (Dirt). Will be better for that latest run and another big run will not surprise. NOT SO CLOSE (2) is a talented mare who was tested in tougher class last time when tenth over 1m in the G2 Churchill Distaff Turf Mile Stakes at this track (Turf). Should be poised just off the lead. In the mix.