Sun, July 07, 2024

Group 2 winner OLIVIA DARLING (1) returns after a lay-off of nine weeks. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 6f at Gulfstream Park. Comes here with definite claims. Group 3 placegetter BEGUINE (5) has had two runs since a break, the latest a ninth over 7f in the G2 Bed O' Roses Invitational Stakes at Aqueduct (Dirt), beaten 14 lengths. Has never been out of the placings at the third run in so a big run is likely. Group 3 placegetter LATE FROST (2) returned from a lay-off last start and finished third over this distance at Listed level at Pimlico (Dirt), beaten 3.5 lengths. Yet to miss the placings here in an excellent record which boasts two wins and one placing. Shapes as one to consider. Group 2 placegetter JERSEY PEARL (4) went to the paddock after scoring at her only appearance last prep eight months ago over 6f in Listed grade at Mahoning Valley (Dirt). Has a great record at this journey with four wins from seven starts and has solid claims.