Delta DownsSat, February 17, 2024

Group 3 placegetter SERMONONTHEMOUNT (7) was returning from a break last time out and proved too classy, scoring by 0.3 lengths over 1m at this track (Dirt). Will be better for that latest run and he looks hard to stop again. DUKE OF BLUE RIDGE (6) missed the placings two starts back then ran a better race and finished 1.3 lengths away in fourth last time out over 6½f at this track after being in contention on the turn. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. MIAS MOONBEAM (2) ran below expectations last time out when fifth over 1m at this track (Dirt). Can bounce back. BONUS APPRECIATION (1) was beaten 6 lengths into fifth in a 1m1/4f contest at Fairgrounds at his latest appearance. Capable of featuring prominently.