Sat, August 10, 2024

Group 2 winner MOIRA (7) resumed over 1m1f in the G1 Diana Stakes at Saratoga (Turf) last time out and finished second, beaten 0.8 lengths. Winning chance. Multiple Group 1 placegetter MISSION OF JOY (9) is a talented filly who was well held last time out in the tougher Diana Stakes won by Whitebeam over 1m1f at Saratoga, beaten 3 lengths into sixth. Can feature in this easier company. ELYSIAN FIELD (5) showed good early speed over 1m1f at this track last time and went on to salute by a nose. Sahin Civaci who has three wins when partnering stays on. Should be involved in the finish. Group 3 winner FASHIONABLY FAB (10) put the writing on the wall last time when a close third at Group 3 level at this track over 1m1/2f. Should be prominent despite the awkward gate. Must be respected.