Tue, October 08, 2024

STARINA (2) settled well back before making steady ground in the straight last start to finish fifth, beaten 6 lengths, over this journey at Churchill Downs (Dirt). Will prove hard to hold out. LADAN (6) has been in the placings her past two starts, finishing second over 1m1/2f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) last time out. Today might be her day. LIGHTBULB MOMENT (4) finished sixth over 1m1f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) at her most recent appearance on June 8. Can make her presence felt. MURPHY'S GIFT (3) scored a 4 length win on dirt at this track two starts back but then disappointed on turf last time at this track over 1m when 10 lengths from the winner in ninth. One of the genuine hopes in the race. Don't underestimate back on dirt.