Laurel ParkSat, December 30, 2023

HAPPY UNION (9) reunites with V Carrasco after scoring with ease over 1m1/2f at this track (Dirt) last time. In form and expected to be in the finish again. SNEAKY CHEEKY (8) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when she was always well out of her ground over 6f at this track, beaten 13 lengths into fifth. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. HI HEELED WARRIOR (10) was in great form at the end of the last campaign with back-to-back wins, the latest over 1m1/2f at Penn National three-and-a-half months ago. Should settle just off the speed despite the draw. Winning claims on best figures. LUCKY LORRAINE (7) was below her best last time when sixth over 7f at this track (Dirt), beaten 13 lengths. Likely improver with top-three prospects.