After a seventh when trying to repeat in the Derby City Distaff (G1), Vahva mounted another title defense in Saturday’s Chicago (G2) back at Churchill Downs.

Vahva will seek to win the Chicago (G2) for the second consecutive year on Saturday night's Downs After Dark program at Churchill Downs. The Grade 1 winner faces 10 rivals in the seven-furlong race.

Lady Rocket broke on top in Saturday’s $200,000 Chicago (G3) at Churchill Downs and saved plenty for the stretch, drawing off to a 2 3/4-length score.