Churchill DownsFri, September 20, 2024

MISS MAXIMUS (6) recorded a gutsy maiden victory last time out over 7f at Saratoga (Dirt), scoring by one length. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Shaping up nicely and she looks certain to measure up again. MOTOWN MIKA (5) did very well to fill a minor placing when resuming at this track but raced below expectations last time over 6½f at Ellis Park (Dirt), finishing sixth and beaten 7 lengths after being in contention on the corner. Nicely placed to bounce back. CHANISA (4) is racing well without being able to break through, the latest effort a third over 6f at Ellis Park (Dirt) five weeks ago. Genuine performer so she is expected to measure up. FLORIS (2) could only manage ninth on dirt over 1m at Ellis Park in a then couldn't find the top-three on turf over 1m at Ellis Park more recently. Makes plenty of appeal back on dirt.