Sun, January 05, 2025

AUNT ALEX (4) resumes from a lay-off of four months. Looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing over 1m at Canterbury Park (Dirt). Has ability and sure to prove tough to beat. AVALON GIRL (2) finished fourth over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) at her most recent appearance on October 31. Has found a suitable race. WHAT'S HER NUMBER (3) has been kept fresh for this since a disappointing seventh last start over 6f at Churchill Downs (Dirt) five-and-a-half weeks ago. Expecting a better run. KENTUCKY STARLET (9) was out of the money on debut two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6½f at Churchill Downs, beaten 5 lengths into fourth after being in the firing line on the turn. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race.