EsperanceMon, February 19, 2024

TALKABOUTYOU (8) has been in the market at his last couple of runs but failed to threaten, the latest effort a modest fifth at this track over 7f. Rates highly in this line up and can improve. SATURDAY SINNER (10) drifted well back and failed to finish it off last start when 11th, beaten 6 lengths, over 5½f at this track. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. LOST SMILE (1) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 3.5 lengths when fifth over 6f at this track two-and-a-half weeks ago. Likely improver with strong prospects. REBEL SQUAW (9) accounted for a maiden field over 5½f at this track last start when fresh from a break. Lisa Staples was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. This is tougher but she cannot be underestimated.