FLAME MCGOON (1) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when fifth and beaten 4 lengths over 1308m at this track (Dirt). Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Leading contender. MO'S LITTLE DARLIN (9) returned from a break last start and led throughout to score by 0.3 lengths over 1609m at Louisiana Downs Turf (Turf). Sure to run well again. STEPHANIE'S MARIA (7) has progressed nicely in her last couple of runs. Finished third at Evangeline Downs (Dirt) two starts back then scored by a nose as public elect last time out over 1408m at this track (Dirt). Javier Antonio Hernandez scored on her last time and retains the mount. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. BEAMER (8) recorded another minor placing last time out, finishing 2.5 lengths away in third over 1006m at this track (Dirt). Best figures measure up and is sure to run well.