Fair GroundsSat, February 17, 2024

Group 2 placegetter SPIRIT AND GLORY (5) is back from a break of six months. Closed last campaign with a narrow defeat over 1m1/2f in the G2 Yellow Ribbon Handicap at Del Mar (Turf). Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. CREATIVE CAIRO (3) has progressed nicely in her last couple of runs. Finished second in Listed grade at this track (Turf) two starts back then scored by 1.5 lengths last time out over 1m1/2f at Listed level at this track (Turf). Florent Geroux scored on her last time and retains the mount. Looks well placed so expect another big run. GIRL NAMED CHARLIE (11) returned from a lay-off last start with a strong win by 1.75 lengths over 1m1/2f at this track (Turf). Fitter for that last hitout and this looks well within her grasp. JOIN THE DANCE (13) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at Listed level at this track (Turf) over 1m1/2f. Likely improver with strong prospects.