Fair GroundsSun, March 17, 2024

ALDER (7) finished fourth when resuming two runs back then did a good job last start but found one better over 6f at this track, beaten only 0.3 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Looks well placed so expect another big run. SHOGUN BE FAST (1) ran below expectations when fresh from a lay-off at this track (Dirt) over 6f last time, finishing fifth and beaten 9 lengths. Hard to beat in this suitable race. BEAR RIVER (3) was well in commission last start over 1m1/2f at Listed level at this track (Dirt) when fifth, beaten 7 lengths. Winning rider Jim Graham sticks. Expected to measure up. BEE DANCER (2) finished 12th last time out over 1m1f at this track, beaten 25 lengths. Among the main hopes.