Yarra ValleySun, March 17, 2024

CELEBRATION (7) resumed from a lay-off last start with a sound second over 5f at Moe. Stepping up a level this time but she is one of the chief contenders. AFFIRMATIONS (5) was thereabouts last time out when second at this track over 5f, beaten 1.3 lengths. Cherry-ripe now. Yet to break through this time in but hasn't been far away, with two placings to her name. Leading contender. MISS LOTTIE (9) had support when resuming two weeks ago but ran below market expectations when 6 lengths from the winner in sixth over 5½f at Wangaratta. Fitter and is a solid top-three hope. MR HANSEL (1) wasn't far away on debut last start over 5f at Wangaratta, finishing third and beaten 2.25 lengths. Among the chances.