Santa AnitaFri, September 27, 2024

WHIMSICAL HEIR (3) was safely held last time when ninth over 1m at Del Mar (Dirt). May appreciate the step back in journey this time. Last run worth forgiving. Can atone. DR RAY D (1) returned from a break and was on dirt for the first time last start when 3.5 lengths back in third over 5½f at Del Mar. Better for the when resuming run and is expected to run well. BARBERA (2) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 5½f at Del Mar, beaten 15 lengths. Strips fitter and can bounce back. SOLID TUNE (4) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a fourth over 5½f at Del Mar (Dirt). Faces an easier assignment so she is one of the main contenders.