Balaklava 08 December 2021
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Raced twice to date. When well in the market at debut, slowly away; 2nd in a small field at Morphettville 3yo Mdn on November 2 over 1050m, 0.8 len behind Arran Bay with 57.5kg at $4.20. Last start struck interference at start and laid out near 600m; 2nd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; long-neck behind Vintage Folly carrying 56.5kg at $1.60. Strong winning hope.
Raced twice to date. When well in the market at debut, slowly away; 2nd in a small field at Morphettville 3yo Mdn on November 2 over 1050m, 0.8 len behind Arran Bay with 57.5kg at $4.20. Last start struck interference at start and laid out near 600m; 2nd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; long-neck behind Vintage Folly carrying 56.5kg at $1.60. Strong winning hope.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign when last of 14 (slowly away; blew start (5l); ordered to trial) at this track 3yo+ Mdn September 29 over 1400m, 11 len behind Yeelanna with 53kg at $41. Previously first up; began awkwardly; second last of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn June 2 over 1100m, 7 len behind Lady Simone carrying 54.5kg at $41. Cannot enthuse.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign when last of 14 (slowly away; blew start (5l); ordered to trial) at this track 3yo+ Mdn September 29 over 1400m, 11 len behind Yeelanna with 53kg at $41. Previously first up; began awkwardly; second last of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn June 2 over 1100m, 7 len behind Lady Simone carrying 54.5kg at $41. Cannot enthuse.
Racing well. At the latest run began awkwardly; held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Vintage Folly with 56kg at $13. Before that laid out in straight; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, 1.3 len behind Gogolf Guru carrying 57.5kg at $12. This is well within her grasp.
Racing well. At the latest run began awkwardly; held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Vintage Folly with 56kg at $13. Before that laid out in straight; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, 1.3 len behind Gogolf Guru carrying 57.5kg at $12. This is well within her grasp.
At the latest run disappointed for a run near 250m; sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at Clare 3yo+ Mdn on November 21 over 1100m, on a slow track; head behind Star Espresso carrying 56kg at $6. The start before that faded in the straight 5th of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Alpine Flyer with 57.5kg at $2.80. Made headway last time. Top chance.
At the latest run disappointed for a run near 250m; sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at Clare 3yo+ Mdn on November 21 over 1100m, on a slow track; head behind Star Espresso carrying 56kg at $6. The start before that faded in the straight 5th of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Alpine Flyer with 57.5kg at $2.80. Made headway last time. Top chance.
Last start struck interference at start; sat behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 9 at Port Lincoln 4yo+ Mdn on November 12 over 1000m, 8 len behind Zarafshan with 56kg at $26. The start before that 9th of 11 at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn on November 3 over 1000m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Chasing Stars with 54kg at $21. Looking to others in this race.
Last start struck interference at start; sat behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 9 at Port Lincoln 4yo+ Mdn on November 12 over 1000m, 8 len behind Zarafshan with 56kg at $26. The start before that 9th of 11 at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn on November 3 over 1000m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Chasing Stars with 54kg at $21. Looking to others in this race.
Comes off a 31 day let-up. At the latest run 7th of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on November 7 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Disco Tilmorn with 56kg at $31. The race before that 5th of 12 at Bordertown 3yo+ Mdn on October 29 over 1100m, slow going 2 len behind Phillyvonne carrying 56kg at $61. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Comes off a 31 day let-up. At the latest run 7th of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on November 7 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Disco Tilmorn with 56kg at $31. The race before that 5th of 12 at Bordertown 3yo+ Mdn on October 29 over 1100m, slow going 2 len behind Phillyvonne carrying 56kg at $61. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when 5th of 14 at Morphettville Parks 2yo Mdn on July 30 over 1000m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Royal Dress carrying 55.5kg at $26. Could surprise.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when 5th of 14 at Morphettville Parks 2yo Mdn on July 30 over 1000m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Royal Dress carrying 55.5kg at $26. Could surprise.
Going well. Resumes off a 45 day let-up. Last start 4th of 12 (reared at start; clipped heels; carried wide near 400m) at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn on October 24 over 1000m, 2.75 len behind Leave It To Me carrying 54kg at $2.80. The run before that reared at start; made ground from midfield; 2nd of 12 at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on October 13 over 1000m, slow going 1.5 len behind Good Approach carrying 55kg at $3. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Going well. Resumes off a 45 day let-up. Last start 4th of 12 (reared at start; clipped heels; carried wide near 400m) at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn on October 24 over 1000m, 2.75 len behind Leave It To Me carrying 54kg at $2.80. The run before that reared at start; made ground from midfield; 2nd of 12 at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on October 13 over 1000m, slow going 1.5 len behind Good Approach carrying 55kg at $3. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Travis Doudle trained three-year-old filly lining up for debut. Scored a win in a barrier trial at Oakbank over 1050m on November 23. Inside barrier will assist chances. Capable of a cheeky run at debut.
Travis Doudle trained three-year-old filly lining up for debut. Scored a win in a barrier trial at Oakbank over 1050m on November 23. Inside barrier will assist chances. Capable of a cheeky run at debut.
RUSHAWAY LAD (1) was just lipped out in town on debut and then got even closer here heavily-bet. Runs along and Pannell goes on. Fitter and clearly rates to win. CASSANDRA ISABEL (3) placed behind the above and is busting to win. Can make the quinella. DAZZLING HARMONY (4) is also on the improve but this is tougher than Clare. Draws for a soft run and can place. TYPHOON AWARD (9) debuts owning an Oakbank trial win and a 2kg claimer rides from a low gate. The betting will guide with Rushaway Lad's stablemate.
At the latest run 6th of 9 at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn Plate on December 1 over 1516m, 6 len behind Penwortham with 58kg at $61. The run before that slowly away; 10th of 12 at Murray Bridge 3yo+ Mdn on November 10 over 1800m, 7 len behind Victory Bandit carrying 58kg at $61. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
At the latest run 6th of 9 at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn Plate on December 1 over 1516m, 6 len behind Penwortham with 58kg at $61. The run before that slowly away; 10th of 12 at Murray Bridge 3yo+ Mdn on November 10 over 1800m, 7 len behind Victory Bandit carrying 58kg at $61. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Recent form sound. Most recently 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Aitch D'amico carrying 58kg at $5. The start before that set the pace for much of the race 3rd of 11 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 17 over 1600m, 1.5 len behind Quebecois with 58kg at $21. Close to a win. Should run well again.
Recent form sound. Most recently 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Aitch D'amico carrying 58kg at $5. The start before that set the pace for much of the race 3rd of 11 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 17 over 1600m, 1.5 len behind Quebecois with 58kg at $21. Close to a win. Should run well again.
Jumped at very long odds at debut, laid in in the straight; eased back early on 9th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 58kg at $51. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Jumped at very long odds at debut, laid in in the straight; eased back early on 9th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 58kg at $51. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Most recently slowly away; 12th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 14 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 55kg at $101. The run before that began awkwardly; second last of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ E&G Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, slow going 6 len behind Wicked Addiction with 55kg at $101. 2kg claim will not be enough.
Most recently slowly away; 12th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 14 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 55kg at $101. The run before that began awkwardly; second last of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ E&G Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, slow going 6 len behind Wicked Addiction with 55kg at $101. 2kg claim will not be enough.
On debut. Four-year-old gelding by Ocean Park out of Miss Raggedy Ann. Trialled recently when seventh on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m. Stays under notice.
On debut. Four-year-old gelding by Ocean Park out of Miss Raggedy Ann. Trialled recently when seventh on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m. Stays under notice.
Second run back. First-up after five months 8th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Friendly Ghost with 56.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight; second last in a small field at Murray Bridge 2yo (Bm62) on June 13 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Star Lyric with 59kg at $4.30. Don't underestimate.
Second run back. First-up after five months 8th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Friendly Ghost with 56.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight; second last in a small field at Murray Bridge 2yo (Bm62) on June 13 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Star Lyric with 59kg at $4.30. Don't underestimate.
Raced two times to date. At big odds at debut, second last of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Alpine Flyer carrying 57.5kg at $41. Second-up got back early 10th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 56kg at $61. This race looks too tough.
Raced two times to date. At big odds at debut, second last of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Alpine Flyer carrying 57.5kg at $41. Second-up got back early 10th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 56kg at $61. This race looks too tough.
She is resuming after a four months break. Not seen since she finished away and wide throughout; ran last of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn August 11 over 1400m, soft track; 24 len behind Sicilian Witness with 53kg at $41. On debut slowly away and shifted out near 200m; with blinkers first time; sixth of 14 at Gawler 2yo+ Mdn June 16 over 1500m, soft track; 6 len behind Turn Table with 56kg at $101. Others make more appeal.
She is resuming after a four months break. Not seen since she finished away and wide throughout; ran last of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn August 11 over 1400m, soft track; 24 len behind Sicilian Witness with 53kg at $41. On debut slowly away and shifted out near 200m; with blinkers first time; sixth of 14 at Gawler 2yo+ Mdn June 16 over 1500m, soft track; 6 len behind Turn Table with 56kg at $101. Others make more appeal.
Last start raced wide without cover; 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Aitch D'amico with 56kg at $31. The race before that blundered at start and became unbalanced; second last of 8 at Murray Bridge 4yo+ Mdn on November 10 over 1200m, 11 len behind Huntley Lady with 54.5kg at $8.50. Making headway. Rates highly and is expected to measure up.
Last start raced wide without cover; 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Aitch D'amico with 56kg at $31. The race before that blundered at start and became unbalanced; second last of 8 at Murray Bridge 4yo+ Mdn on November 10 over 1200m, 11 len behind Huntley Lady with 54.5kg at $8.50. Making headway. Rates highly and is expected to measure up.
Racing well. Most recently 4th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 2.75 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 54.5kg at $3.20. The race before that 4th of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Alpine Flyer with 56kg at $13. One of the better chances.
Racing well. Most recently 4th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 2.75 len behind Friendly Ghost carrying 54.5kg at $3.20. The race before that 4th of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Alpine Flyer with 56kg at $13. One of the better chances.
MELODY SHINE (10) has been good the last two without much luck from wide gates. Raced a well-bet favourite the latest and the step-up to the mile suits. Finally draws low and fitter can take this out. ORDER IS RESTORED (2) rides the speed and has been threatening. The wide gate is against today but he will take catching. SELLIX (9) has had no luck the last two and expect her to sit closer today from a better gate. Has had plenty of chances and a place slot looks best. MAVEN MISSILE (1) is on a 7-day return and the premier hoop rides first time. Fit and in the mix.
Entire by Host facing the starter for the first time. Trialled on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m and finished sixth. Capable of a cheeky run at debut.
Entire by Host facing the starter for the first time. Trialled on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m and finished sixth. Capable of a cheeky run at debut.
Third race start today. At debut, 4th of 12 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Dmn on November 13 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Emerald Court with 58kg at $21. Last start began awkwardly; held ground to the line 2nd of 13 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind Fields Of Athenry carrying 58kg at $4.50. Must be respected.
Third race start today. At debut, 4th of 12 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Dmn on November 13 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Emerald Court with 58kg at $21. Last start began awkwardly; held ground to the line 2nd of 13 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on November 28 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind Fields Of Athenry carrying 58kg at $4.50. Must be respected.
Gelding by Ambidexter facing the starter for the first time. Recent trial form has been pretty solid. Was runner-up in a trial at Oakbank on November 23 over 1050m. Might need some time.
Gelding by Ambidexter facing the starter for the first time. Recent trial form has been pretty solid. Was runner-up in a trial at Oakbank on November 23 over 1050m. Might need some time.
Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation ninth of 11 at Oakbank 3yo+ Mdn September 12 over 1400m, on heavy track; 11 len behind Max Fire carrying 56kg at $17. Previously first up; eighth of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn June 2 over 1100m, 6 len behind Lady Simone carrying 57kg at $8. Will need this run.
Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation ninth of 11 at Oakbank 3yo+ Mdn September 12 over 1400m, on heavy track; 11 len behind Max Fire carrying 56kg at $17. Previously first up; eighth of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn June 2 over 1100m, 6 len behind Lady Simone carrying 57kg at $8. Will need this run.
Most recently shifted out at start; 6th of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, 6 len behind Gogolf Guru carrying 57.5kg at $13. The run before that ran on from midfield; with blinkers first time; 3rd of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Alpine Flyer with 57.5kg at $8. Tempted to look elsewhere on recent form.
Most recently shifted out at start; 6th of 10 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 17 over 1100m, 6 len behind Gogolf Guru carrying 57.5kg at $13. The run before that ran on from midfield; with blinkers first time; 3rd of 12 at Gawler 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Alpine Flyer with 57.5kg at $8. Tempted to look elsewhere on recent form.
Second-up. First-up after four months sat on the pace before fading second last of 8 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on November 20 over 1250m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Totally Discreet carrying 56kg at $17. Previously second-up 3rd of 11 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on June 5 over 1300m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Short Stories carrying 55.5kg at $151. Worth another chance.
Second-up. First-up after four months sat on the pace before fading second last of 8 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on November 20 over 1250m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Totally Discreet carrying 56kg at $17. Previously second-up 3rd of 11 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on June 5 over 1300m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Short Stories carrying 55.5kg at $151. Worth another chance.
Was at a huge quote at debut, ran last of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 8 len behind Vintage Folly with 53kg at $101. Needs to do a lot more than she did on debut.
Was at a huge quote at debut, ran last of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 8 len behind Vintage Folly with 53kg at $101. Needs to do a lot more than she did on debut.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 9th of 14 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; warning - barrier manners) at Gawler 4yo+ Mdn on October 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 10 len behind We Will Remember carrying 56kg at $81. Last start 4th of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 1.75 len behind Vintage Folly with 53kg at $61. Not far away last start. Big chance.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 9th of 14 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; warning - barrier manners) at Gawler 4yo+ Mdn on October 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 10 len behind We Will Remember carrying 56kg at $81. Last start 4th of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 1.75 len behind Vintage Folly with 53kg at $61. Not far away last start. Big chance.
Comes here off a 36-day let-up. Last start struck interference on straightening and carried wide in straight; 5th of 9 at Morphettville 3yo+ Mdn on November 2 over 1600m, 7 len behind Carry The Musket carrying 56kg at $7.50. The race before that got back early 8th of 14 at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn on October 22 over 1500m, 8 len behind Bamyan Buddha with 56kg at $17. Sure to improve again. Top chance.
Comes here off a 36-day let-up. Last start struck interference on straightening and carried wide in straight; 5th of 9 at Morphettville 3yo+ Mdn on November 2 over 1600m, 7 len behind Carry The Musket carrying 56kg at $7.50. The race before that got back early 8th of 14 at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn on October 22 over 1500m, 8 len behind Bamyan Buddha with 56kg at $17. Sure to improve again. Top chance.
She is resuming after a six months break. Not seen since she finished last of 7 at Morphettville Parks 2yo (Bm64) June 5 over 1250m, soft track; 18 len behind Somewatt Fabulous carrying 55kg at $151. On debut sixth of 10 at Gawler 2yo Mdn Plate May 16 over 1100m, 11 len behind Eyes Never Lie with 55.5kg at $21. May need the run.
She is resuming after a six months break. Not seen since she finished last of 7 at Morphettville Parks 2yo (Bm64) June 5 over 1250m, soft track; 18 len behind Somewatt Fabulous carrying 55kg at $151. On debut sixth of 10 at Gawler 2yo Mdn Plate May 16 over 1100m, 11 len behind Eyes Never Lie with 55.5kg at $21. May need the run.
Resuming after a break; only one run when checked near 400m; second last of 7 at Murray Bridge 3yo Mdn on September 5 over 1200m, on a slow track; 13 len behind Harleymoven carrying 53.5kg at $31. This looks a stern test.
Resuming after a break; only one run when checked near 400m; second last of 7 at Murray Bridge 3yo Mdn on September 5 over 1200m, on a slow track; 13 len behind Harleymoven carrying 53.5kg at $31. This looks a stern test.
At debut, eased back early on 4th of 8 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on November 20 over 1250m, slow going 1.5 len behind Totally Discreet with 52.5kg at $16. Gets a pass-mark after that debut and can go on with it.
At debut, eased back early on 4th of 8 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn on November 20 over 1250m, slow going 1.5 len behind Totally Discreet with 52.5kg at $16. Gets a pass-mark after that debut and can go on with it.
On debut. Three-year-old filly by Sir Prancealot out of Mighty Maher. Trialled recently when eighth on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m. Looking to others for the winner.
On debut. Three-year-old filly by Sir Prancealot out of Mighty Maher. Trialled recently when eighth on November 23 at Oakbank over 1050m. Looking to others for the winner.
LIGHTS OF BROADWAY (13) has to manage a sticky gate but there was a lot to like about the 1.6L defeat at The Parks on debut. Holder takes over from the apprentice and fitter she sets a decent standard. FRENCH COMET (3) debuts for the McEvoy barn with the stable hoop aboard. Expect him to have good ability and be well-prepared. Has the rail and the race-day betting will tell the story. JEAN VALJEAN (2) is an improver who was just nudged out at Strathalbyn from the speed. He won't have to improve much to go close. LONRODEX (4) debuts and has looked the goods at the trials. Has the outside barrier and that makes it tough.
Last start second last of 7 at Gawler (Bm64) on December 1 over 2121m, 6 len behind Bronski carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. The start before that second last in a small field at Naracoorte (Bm72) on November 19 over 2000m, 6 len behind Runbro carrying 54kg at $13. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Last start second last of 7 at Gawler (Bm64) on December 1 over 2121m, 6 len behind Bronski carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. The start before that second last in a small field at Naracoorte (Bm72) on November 19 over 2000m, 6 len behind Runbro carrying 54kg at $13. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Second-up. First-up after four months 12th of 14 at Morphettville Parks (Bm60) on November 13 over 1400m, 5 len behind Pinot Party carrying 58kg at $31. Previously second-up began awkwardly and failed to handle going; second last of 12 at Wangaratta 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 3 over 1400m, slow going 12 len behind Raise 'Em Up carrying 58.5kg at $7. Solid each-way hope.
Second-up. First-up after four months 12th of 14 at Morphettville Parks (Bm60) on November 13 over 1400m, 5 len behind Pinot Party carrying 58kg at $31. Previously second-up began awkwardly and failed to handle going; second last of 12 at Wangaratta 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 3 over 1400m, slow going 12 len behind Raise 'Em Up carrying 58.5kg at $7. Solid each-way hope.
Form hard to fault. Most recently won by 1.5 len at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) November 28 over 2050m defeating Armament carrying 55kg at $7. Before that slowly away and carried wide near turn; 2nd of 9 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on November 7 over 1700m, 1.3 len behind Melissa Kate with 55kg at $3. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Form hard to fault. Most recently won by 1.5 len at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) November 28 over 2050m defeating Armament carrying 55kg at $7. Before that slowly away and carried wide near turn; 2nd of 9 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on November 7 over 1700m, 1.3 len behind Melissa Kate with 55kg at $3. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Most recently 7th of 14 (blundered at start; laid in in the straight; difficult to load) at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Not Alone with 59.5kg at $6.50. The race before that 9th of 14 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on November 10 over 1400m, 4 len behind Deevine with 60kg at $4.50. Genuine chance this time around.
Most recently 7th of 14 (blundered at start; laid in in the straight; difficult to load) at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Not Alone with 59.5kg at $6.50. The race before that 9th of 14 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on November 10 over 1400m, 4 len behind Deevine with 60kg at $4.50. Genuine chance this time around.
Useful type. At the latest run tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 28 over 2050m, 2.5 len behind Leftrightgoodnite carrying 55.5kg at $3.20. Before that got back early 8th of 11 at Murray Bridge (Bm58) on November 10 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Moscow Mule with 57kg at $6. Rates highly. Big chance.
Useful type. At the latest run tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 28 over 2050m, 2.5 len behind Leftrightgoodnite carrying 55.5kg at $3.20. Before that got back early 8th of 11 at Murray Bridge (Bm58) on November 10 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Moscow Mule with 57kg at $6. Rates highly. Big chance.
Going well. At the latest run 3rd of 7 at Gawler (Bm64) on December 1 over 2121m, 1.5 len behind Bronski with 54kg at $26. Before that 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 17 over 2050m, 2.75 len behind Gondolier with 55.5kg at $8. Watch for him dropping on these late.
Going well. At the latest run 3rd of 7 at Gawler (Bm64) on December 1 over 2121m, 1.5 len behind Bronski with 54kg at $26. Before that 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 17 over 2050m, 2.75 len behind Gondolier with 55.5kg at $8. Watch for him dropping on these late.
At the latest run 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 28 over 2050m, 2.25 len behind Leftrightgoodnite with 57kg at $15. Before that couldn't go on with it; second last of 8 at Gawler 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 4 over 2112m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Wertheimer with 57kg at $13. Wasn’t too far off the mark last time. In the mix again.
At the latest run 3rd of 9 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 28 over 2050m, 2.25 len behind Leftrightgoodnite with 57kg at $15. Before that couldn't go on with it; second last of 8 at Gawler 3yo+ Plate (C1) on November 4 over 2112m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Wertheimer with 57kg at $13. Wasn’t too far off the mark last time. In the mix again.
Most recently second last of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1600m, 6 len behind Kilowatt carrying 52.5kg at $51. Before that pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 5th of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 17 over 2050m, 4 len behind Gondolier with 53kg at $12. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Most recently second last of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1600m, 6 len behind Kilowatt carrying 52.5kg at $51. Before that pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 5th of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 17 over 2050m, 4 len behind Gondolier with 53kg at $12. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
LAST ZERPRISE (6) has been knocking on the door and raced favourite the latest up to a middle distance. Peaks now and should go close. BRIABELLA (8) led and placed in the same race when run-over late. She's likely to control the race from the low barrier and will be hard to get past. LEFTRIGHTGOODNITE (3) was back to her best winning the CL1 with ease. She won't have to improve much to be a player. MUFFLA (5) is much better than the form line suggests. Settles back and the step-up to 2200m should suit. Will get back from the rail but could surprise.
Useful type. Last start eased back early on 5th of 9 (tailed off; wide near turn; shin sore) at Strathalbyn (Bm72) on November 28 over 1350m, 3.5 len behind Fulton Street with 54kg at $11. The start before that began awkwardly; second last of 11 at Morphettville Parks (Bm68) on November 6 over 1400m, 5 len behind Perfect Command carrying 56.5kg at $26. Will be saved up for one last crack.
Useful type. Last start eased back early on 5th of 9 (tailed off; wide near turn; shin sore) at Strathalbyn (Bm72) on November 28 over 1350m, 3.5 len behind Fulton Street with 54kg at $11. The start before that began awkwardly; second last of 11 at Morphettville Parks (Bm68) on November 6 over 1400m, 5 len behind Perfect Command carrying 56.5kg at $26. Will be saved up for one last crack.
Going well. Last start won by a head at Murray Bridge (Bm54) December 5 over 1400m defeating Yeelanna with 61kg at $6.50. Before that raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Clare 4yo+ E&G (Bm54) on November 21 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Hurricane Sonny with 61kg at $4. Rates highly and expected to go well again.
Going well. Last start won by a head at Murray Bridge (Bm54) December 5 over 1400m defeating Yeelanna with 61kg at $6.50. Before that raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Clare 4yo+ E&G (Bm54) on November 21 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Hurricane Sonny with 61kg at $4. Rates highly and expected to go well again.
Second run back. First-up after five months lost a plate; came from midfield; 3rd of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 1.75 len behind Spectacle carrying 59kg at $16. Previously second-up won by a head at Gawler (Bm66) April 5 over 1500m defeating Neodium carrying 56kg at $9. Sure to run well.
Second run back. First-up after five months lost a plate; came from midfield; 3rd of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 1.75 len behind Spectacle carrying 59kg at $16. Previously second-up won by a head at Gawler (Bm66) April 5 over 1500m defeating Neodium carrying 56kg at $9. Sure to run well.
Going well. At the latest run raced on the pace when 2nd of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Spectacle with 58kg at $11. Before that won by 0.5 len at Murray Bridge (Bm54) November 10 over 1400m defeating Gimme A Reason carrying 59kg at $5.50. Cannot be ruled out.
Going well. At the latest run raced on the pace when 2nd of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Spectacle with 58kg at $11. Before that won by 0.5 len at Murray Bridge (Bm54) November 10 over 1400m defeating Gimme A Reason carrying 59kg at $5.50. Cannot be ruled out.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign second last of 8 (slowly away; keen; hung out several times) at Pakenham Synthetic F&M (Bm58) June 28 over 1600m, 11 len behind Golden Fourth with 63kg at $6.50. When resuming last campaign seventh of 10 (checked near 1000m; held up on straightening; disappointed for a run near 300m) at Geelong F&M (Bm58) May 14 over 1325m, soft track; 2.5 len behind Refreshed carrying 60.5kg at $8. This looks a stern test.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign second last of 8 (slowly away; keen; hung out several times) at Pakenham Synthetic F&M (Bm58) June 28 over 1600m, 11 len behind Golden Fourth with 63kg at $6.50. When resuming last campaign seventh of 10 (checked near 1000m; held up on straightening; disappointed for a run near 300m) at Geelong F&M (Bm58) May 14 over 1325m, soft track; 2.5 len behind Refreshed carrying 60.5kg at $8. This looks a stern test.
Most recently held up near 200m and laid in concluding stages; 3rd of 8 at Clare 4yo+ M (Bm58) on November 21 over 1200m, slow going 1.0 len behind Gatsby's Girl with 57.5kg at $2.80. The run before that held up near 400m; 6th of 14 at Morphettville Parks (Bm60) on November 13 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Pinot Party with 56.5kg at $9. Hard to have.
Most recently held up near 200m and laid in concluding stages; 3rd of 8 at Clare 4yo+ M (Bm58) on November 21 over 1200m, slow going 1.0 len behind Gatsby's Girl with 57.5kg at $2.80. The run before that held up near 400m; 6th of 14 at Morphettville Parks (Bm60) on November 13 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Pinot Party with 56.5kg at $9. Hard to have.
Second run back. First-up after five months overraced in straight; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 10 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1300m, slow going 3.5 len behind Jive Baby carrying 57kg at $9. Previously second-up 7th of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn on June 2 over 1100m, 6 len behind Lady Simone carrying 55kg at $8.50. Fitter but others appeal more.
Second run back. First-up after five months overraced in straight; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 10 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1300m, slow going 3.5 len behind Jive Baby carrying 57kg at $9. Previously second-up 7th of 11 at Gawler 2yo+ F&M Mdn on June 2 over 1100m, 6 len behind Lady Simone carrying 55kg at $8.50. Fitter but others appeal more.
CUBAN STATE (2) brought strong Victorian form to resumption and was beaten 1.1L as favourite. He has plenty up the sleeve and the leading barn will have him fitter. Vorster will push forward and the gelding appeals. DEEVINE (5) won the 54 and then was four-wide on pace here this trip beaten 1.3L in better grade. Keeps Holder and can bounce back. STAR LYRIC (9) won the 62 convincingly before the spell and made the placings first-up at 8-1. She will use the rail and has the blinkers applied first time. Well-weighted this grade with the claim and she can make the finish. FRANKEL STAR (4) resumed in the Deevine race beaten 1.7L. Gets a soft run and is in the mix.
Second run back. First-up after five months 5th of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1100m, 1.0 len behind Equichunk carrying 56.5kg at $4.50. Previously second-up shifted out near 100m and inconvenienced near post; raced on the pace before fading 8th of 14 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C1) on March 24 over 1200m, 4 len behind Better with 58.5kg at $17. Improver; excellent winning chance.
Second run back. First-up after five months 5th of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1100m, 1.0 len behind Equichunk carrying 56.5kg at $4.50. Previously second-up shifted out near 100m and inconvenienced near post; raced on the pace before fading 8th of 14 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C1) on March 24 over 1200m, 4 len behind Better with 58.5kg at $17. Improver; excellent winning chance.
Resumes. Finished off last campaign fifth of 12 at Gawler (Bm54) June 16 over 1700m, soft track; 1.5 len behind Eurogem carrying 59.5kg at $7.50. Previously first up; tenth of 12 at Strathalbyn (Bm72) November 29 2020 over 1350m, 6 len behind Masterati carrying 54.5kg at $41. Look for a bold run.
Resumes. Finished off last campaign fifth of 12 at Gawler (Bm54) June 16 over 1700m, soft track; 1.5 len behind Eurogem carrying 59.5kg at $7.50. Previously first up; tenth of 12 at Strathalbyn (Bm72) November 29 2020 over 1350m, 6 len behind Masterati carrying 54.5kg at $41. Look for a bold run.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 9th of 13 at Murray Bridge (Bm52) on November 10 over 1000m, 5 len behind Daskulya with 61kg at $61. Second run from a spell struck interference at start; 7th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 60.5kg at $26. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 9th of 13 at Murray Bridge (Bm52) on November 10 over 1000m, 5 len behind Daskulya with 61kg at $61. Second run from a spell struck interference at start; 7th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 60.5kg at $26. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Comes here off a 36-day let-up. At the latest run struck interference near 1200m; sat on the pace before fading second last of 8 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1800m, 12 len behind Sebonna with 55kg at $61. Before that slowly away and overraced middle stages; ran last of 12 at Gawler (Bm58) on October 22 over 1700m, 12 len behind Sebonna carrying 58kg at $26. Draws well but looks safely held.
Comes here off a 36-day let-up. At the latest run struck interference near 1200m; sat on the pace before fading second last of 8 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1800m, 12 len behind Sebonna with 55kg at $61. Before that slowly away and overraced middle stages; ran last of 12 at Gawler (Bm58) on October 22 over 1700m, 12 len behind Sebonna carrying 58kg at $26. Draws well but looks safely held.
Third-up today. First-up ran last of 10 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1200m, 11 len behind Our Deep Agenda carrying 54.5kg at $101. Second run from a spell laid out in straight; second last of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Spectacle carrying 53kg at $101. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Third-up today. First-up ran last of 10 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1200m, 11 len behind Our Deep Agenda carrying 54.5kg at $101. Second run from a spell laid out in straight; second last of 11 at this track (Bm62) on November 24 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Spectacle carrying 53kg at $101. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
At the latest run won by a nose at this track (Bm54) November 24 over 1300m in soft going defeating Rippa Eagle carrying 55.5kg at $4.20. The start before that 5th of 12 at Bordertown (Bm54) on October 29 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Mighty Moshe with 54.5kg at $7. Will prove tough to stave off.
At the latest run won by a nose at this track (Bm54) November 24 over 1300m in soft going defeating Rippa Eagle carrying 55.5kg at $4.20. The start before that 5th of 12 at Bordertown (Bm54) on October 29 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Mighty Moshe with 54.5kg at $7. Will prove tough to stave off.
Most recently 5th of 9 at Gawler (Bm54) on December 1 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind St Just with 57kg at $5. Before that slowly away and overraced early, middle stages; 9th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm52) on November 17 over 1350m, 4.5 len behind It's A Shame with 59kg at $4.50. Doesn’t need to improve that much.
Most recently 5th of 9 at Gawler (Bm54) on December 1 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind St Just with 57kg at $5. Before that slowly away and overraced early, middle stages; 9th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm52) on November 17 over 1350m, 4.5 len behind It's A Shame with 59kg at $4.50. Doesn’t need to improve that much.
Second run back. First-up after four months laid in in the straight; 9th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 7 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 55kg at $21. Previously second-up won by 1.5 len at Clare 3yo+ Mdn Plate April 3 over 1200m defeating Fighting Mclaren with 55kg at $26. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after four months laid in in the straight; 9th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 7 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 55kg at $21. Previously second-up won by 1.5 len at Clare 3yo+ Mdn Plate April 3 over 1200m defeating Fighting Mclaren with 55kg at $26. Fitter but must improve sharply.
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Naracoorte (Bm54) on November 19 over 1200m, 2.25 len behind Hi Smokey with 56kg at $8. The race before that 4th of 8 at Morphettville (Bm54) on November 2 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Lope De Wolf carrying 53kg at $9. Makes plenty of appeal from the inside gate.
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Naracoorte (Bm54) on November 19 over 1200m, 2.25 len behind Hi Smokey with 56kg at $8. The race before that 4th of 8 at Morphettville (Bm54) on November 2 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Lope De Wolf carrying 53kg at $9. Makes plenty of appeal from the inside gate.
Most recently began awkwardly; ran last of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1100m, 5 len behind Equichunk carrying 52.5kg at $21. Before that 5th of 8 at Penola (Bm54) on November 7 over 1400m, 4 len behind Taipan Tommy carrying 54kg at $21. Expect improvement on recent effort.
Most recently began awkwardly; ran last of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1100m, 5 len behind Equichunk carrying 52.5kg at $21. Before that 5th of 8 at Penola (Bm54) on November 7 over 1400m, 4 len behind Taipan Tommy carrying 54kg at $21. Expect improvement on recent effort.
Second run back. First-up after three months settled back and ran on when 8th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 56kg at $13. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at Gawler Hcp (C2) on August 18 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Bon Pegasus carrying 53kg at $17. Needs more time.
Second run back. First-up after three months settled back and ran on when 8th of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 56kg at $13. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at Gawler Hcp (C2) on August 18 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Bon Pegasus carrying 53kg at $17. Needs more time.
Resumes after five months. Finished off last campaign when first time - three month ban; ran last in a small field at Port Augusta (Bm72) July 18 over 1867m, 21 len behind Grinzinger Star carrying 51kg at $61. First up last campaign second last of 9 at this track (Bm54) December 9 over 1200m, 7 len behind Zume Forward carrying 54kg at $101. Might need the run.
Resumes after five months. Finished off last campaign when first time - three month ban; ran last in a small field at Port Augusta (Bm72) July 18 over 1867m, 21 len behind Grinzinger Star carrying 51kg at $61. First up last campaign second last of 9 at this track (Bm54) December 9 over 1200m, 7 len behind Zume Forward carrying 54kg at $101. Might need the run.
JIVE BABY (6) always needs a good ride but deserved the win here on a track that suits. Keeps Vorster who strikes at 28% this track! This suits and she can go on with it. YOU ES MARSHAL (9) reaches peak fitness and has been racing well without winning. He (finally) has a low barrier which he will use. He gets his chance. HARBOURING (7) is much better than the form-line suggests. He was only beaten 1.3L at Gawler the latest (for the new barn) and the premier hoop sticks. He will get back but is a player if things go his way. ALPHAEUS (1) resumed in good order but has the outside gate and is a minor hope.
First-up. Finished off last preparation failed to finish at Pakenham Mdn Hrdl July 18 over 3500m. First up last campaign ran last of 10 at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) April 11 over 1400m, soft track; 18 len behind Charm Wing with 60kg at $31. This looks a stern test.
First-up. Finished off last preparation failed to finish at Pakenham Mdn Hrdl July 18 over 3500m. First up last campaign ran last of 10 at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) April 11 over 1400m, soft track; 18 len behind Charm Wing with 60kg at $31. This looks a stern test.
Returns from the paddock today. Finished off last preparation when last of 10 at this track (Bm64) May 12 over 2200m, 43 len behind Plaisir carrying 58kg at $7. Previous preparation first-up won by a head (struck interference at start) Murray Bridge 2yo+ Mdn Plate April 21 over 1600m defeating Gimme A Reason carrying 58kg at $2.80. Likely to feature.
Returns from the paddock today. Finished off last preparation when last of 10 at this track (Bm64) May 12 over 2200m, 43 len behind Plaisir carrying 58kg at $7. Previous preparation first-up won by a head (struck interference at start) Murray Bridge 2yo+ Mdn Plate April 21 over 1600m defeating Gimme A Reason carrying 58kg at $2.80. Likely to feature.
Last start ran last of 7 at this track Hcp (C1) on November 24 over 1200m, slow going 10 len behind Elidi with 58.5kg at $61. Before that won by 0.8 len at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn October 24 over 1350m defeating Burning Hard carrying 54kg at $5. Win would surprise.
Last start ran last of 7 at this track Hcp (C1) on November 24 over 1200m, slow going 10 len behind Elidi with 58.5kg at $61. Before that won by 0.8 len at Port Lincoln 3yo+ Mdn October 24 over 1350m defeating Burning Hard carrying 54kg at $5. Win would surprise.
Most recently settled back, ran on when 8th of 10 (slowly away; hung out throughout; failed to handle going) at Morphettville (Bm68) on November 27 over 1800m, 6 len behind Swiss Hero carrying 54kg at $61. The race before that 3rd of 9 at Morphettville (Bm64) on October 30 over 2038m, 2.25 len behind Wild Imagination with 54.5kg at $21. Capable of big final splits.
Most recently settled back, ran on when 8th of 10 (slowly away; hung out throughout; failed to handle going) at Morphettville (Bm68) on November 27 over 1800m, 6 len behind Swiss Hero carrying 54kg at $61. The race before that 3rd of 9 at Morphettville (Bm64) on October 30 over 2038m, 2.25 len behind Wild Imagination with 54.5kg at $21. Capable of big final splits.
Third-up today. Resuming eased back early on 5th of 10 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Our Deep Agenda with 54.5kg at $41. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Jive Baby with 59.5kg at $17. Genuine hope.
Third-up today. Resuming eased back early on 5th of 10 at Morphettville (Bm62) on November 2 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Our Deep Agenda with 54.5kg at $41. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Jive Baby with 59.5kg at $17. Genuine hope.
Recent form sound. Last start 4th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1600m, 0.7 len behind Kilowatt carrying 58.5kg at $4.50. The start before that shifted in near 1400m; sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Strathalbyn (Bm56) on November 17 over 1600m, 2.25 len behind Rapid Raiser carrying 57kg at $9. Not far away last start. Big chance.
Recent form sound. Last start 4th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on November 28 over 1600m, 0.7 len behind Kilowatt carrying 58.5kg at $4.50. The start before that shifted in near 1400m; sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Strathalbyn (Bm56) on November 17 over 1600m, 2.25 len behind Rapid Raiser carrying 57kg at $9. Not far away last start. Big chance.
At the latest run laid out in straight; led but faded 2nd of 14 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Not Alone carrying 51kg at $61. The run before that overraced near 1000m; second last of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm52) on November 17 over 1350m, 7 len behind It's A Shame carrying 56kg at $31. Still likely to struggle after 2kg claim.
At the latest run laid out in straight; led but faded 2nd of 14 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Not Alone carrying 51kg at $61. The run before that overraced near 1000m; second last of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm52) on November 17 over 1350m, 7 len behind It's A Shame carrying 56kg at $31. Still likely to struggle after 2kg claim.
At the latest run 9th of 14 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, slow going 7 len behind Not Alone with 51.5kg at $61. Before that rider concerned with action; 8th of 10 at Gawler (Bm54) on November 4 over 1706m, 18 len behind Masaru Warrior carrying 54kg at $26. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
At the latest run 9th of 14 at this track (Bm54) on November 24 over 1600m, slow going 7 len behind Not Alone with 51.5kg at $61. Before that rider concerned with action; 8th of 10 at Gawler (Bm54) on November 4 over 1706m, 18 len behind Masaru Warrior carrying 54kg at $26. Well held last time and facing tough task today.
Competitive. NO STRINGS (4) led and was only beaten 2L at Gawler over a touch further. Races at peak now and gets the visors first time. Comes back in grade on a 7-day return and will be hard to roll. APPLIED (6) is also back to the mile and forget the latest when out graded at Morphettville. He placed there prior in stronger than this and he's a danger with Holder reunited. GRACIEBIRD (9) tries hard for a strong barn and continues to be well-bet. She may be worth another chance. Stablemate KALAMON (2) is hard to catch but finds easier with a 3kg claim and won't be far away.
At the latest run won by a long-neck at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate November 24 over 1050m on a soft track defeating Rushaway Lad carrying 56kg at $3.50. The start before that 4th of 10 (lost a plate; shifted in near 100m; rider told to use more care) at Morphettville 3yo+ Mdn on November 2 over 1200m, 3 len behind Journey To Petra with 56kg at $1.70. Another win is on the cards.
At the latest run won by a long-neck at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate November 24 over 1050m on a soft track defeating Rushaway Lad carrying 56kg at $3.50. The start before that 4th of 10 (lost a plate; shifted in near 100m; rider told to use more care) at Morphettville 3yo+ Mdn on November 2 over 1200m, 3 len behind Journey To Petra with 56kg at $1.70. Another win is on the cards.
Form hard to fault. Most recently hampered at start and held up on straightening; 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C2) on November 17 over 1100m, 2.5 len behind Lady Pavli Chenko with 59.5kg at $15. Before that won by a long-neck at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn November 4 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Texan Windstorm carrying 56kg at $16. Thereabouts last time out. Definite top-three prospect.
Form hard to fault. Most recently hampered at start and held up on straightening; 4th of 9 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C2) on November 17 over 1100m, 2.5 len behind Lady Pavli Chenko with 59.5kg at $15. Before that won by a long-neck at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn November 4 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Texan Windstorm carrying 56kg at $16. Thereabouts last time out. Definite top-three prospect.
Third-up today. Resuming rider concerned with action; raced behind the speed prior to fading to run last of 8 at Morphettville (Bm54) on November 2 over 1050m, 7 len behind Lope De Wolf with 58.5kg at $7.50. Second run from a spell slowly away; second last of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 59.5kg at $16. Has the inside gate but looks tested.
Third-up today. Resuming rider concerned with action; raced behind the speed prior to fading to run last of 8 at Morphettville (Bm54) on November 2 over 1050m, 7 len behind Lope De Wolf with 58.5kg at $7.50. Second run from a spell slowly away; second last of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 59.5kg at $16. Has the inside gate but looks tested.
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last preparation eighth of 10 at Morphettville Parks (Bm64) July 17 over 1000m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Lombardo with 54kg at $31. On debut won by 2.25 len (hampered at start) Morphettville Parks 2yo Mdn March 6 over 1000m defeating Tavikat with 55.5kg at $13. Winning chance while fresh.
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last preparation eighth of 10 at Morphettville Parks (Bm64) July 17 over 1000m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Lombardo with 54kg at $31. On debut won by 2.25 len (hampered at start) Morphettville Parks 2yo Mdn March 6 over 1000m defeating Tavikat with 55.5kg at $13. Winning chance while fresh.
Racing first-up today. Finished off last preparation second last of 10 (shifted in at start; bumped rival; laid out in straight) at Morphettville Parks Hcp (C2) March 20 over 1000m, 9 len behind Hypersonic carrying 54kg at $26. On debut third of 7 at Murray Bridge 3yo Mdn January 26 over 1000m, soft track; 2 len behind Scotch On The Rock carrying 55.5kg at $2.50. Has been trialling well leading into this first up run.
Racing first-up today. Finished off last preparation second last of 10 (shifted in at start; bumped rival; laid out in straight) at Morphettville Parks Hcp (C2) March 20 over 1000m, 9 len behind Hypersonic carrying 54kg at $26. On debut third of 7 at Murray Bridge 3yo Mdn January 26 over 1000m, soft track; 2 len behind Scotch On The Rock carrying 55.5kg at $2.50. Has been trialling well leading into this first up run.
Most recently 6th of 10 at Port Lincoln (Bm54) on November 26 over 1000m, 5 len behind I'm Oh So Pretty carrying 59kg at $12. The start before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 3.5 len at Port Lincoln 4yo+ Mdn November 12 over 1000m defeating Crowned King carrying 56kg at $3.80. Wide draw too testing.
Most recently 6th of 10 at Port Lincoln (Bm54) on November 26 over 1000m, 5 len behind I'm Oh So Pretty carrying 59kg at $12. The start before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 3.5 len at Port Lincoln 4yo+ Mdn November 12 over 1000m defeating Crowned King carrying 56kg at $3.80. Wide draw too testing.
Form hard to fault. At the latest run held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 1.75 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 55.5kg at $4.50. The run before that held ground to the line 2nd of 11 at Gawler (Bm54) on November 4 over 1100m, 4 len behind Chevite with 54kg at $4. Has the right credentials.
Form hard to fault. At the latest run held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at this track (Bm52) on November 24 over 1050m, slow going 1.75 len behind Rustydustysunshine with 55.5kg at $4.50. The run before that held ground to the line 2nd of 11 at Gawler (Bm54) on November 4 over 1100m, 4 len behind Chevite with 54kg at $4. Has the right credentials.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last preparation when awkwardly; ran last of 11 at Murray Bridge (Bm56) June 23 over 1000m, soft track; 28 len behind Kishstar with 57kg at $51. When resuming last campaign sixth of 12 at Murray Bridge 2yo+ Mdn April 21 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Valuable Witness with 55kg at $21. Faces a tough essay.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last preparation when awkwardly; ran last of 11 at Murray Bridge (Bm56) June 23 over 1000m, soft track; 28 len behind Kishstar with 57kg at $51. When resuming last campaign sixth of 12 at Murray Bridge 2yo+ Mdn April 21 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Valuable Witness with 55kg at $21. Faces a tough essay.
Comes off a 60 day let-up. At the latest run second last of 7 at Alice Springs (Bm54) on October 9 over 1200m, 6 len behind Kummerlings carrying 57.5kg at $13. The run before that began awkwardly; ran last in a small field at Alice Springs Hcp (58) on September 26 over 1100m, 9 len behind Rhythmical carrying 58kg at $6.50. Hard to make much of a case.
Comes off a 60 day let-up. At the latest run second last of 7 at Alice Springs (Bm54) on October 9 over 1200m, 6 len behind Kummerlings carrying 57.5kg at $13. The run before that began awkwardly; ran last in a small field at Alice Springs Hcp (58) on September 26 over 1100m, 9 len behind Rhythmical carrying 58kg at $6.50. Hard to make much of a case.
Most recently began awkwardly and shifted in near 600m; 6th of 9 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C2) on November 17 over 1100m, 4 len behind Lady Pavli Chenko with 53kg at $17. The start before that overraced early stages; ran last of 14 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on November 10 over 1400m, 8 len behind Deevine carrying 56kg at $31. Looks to be making up the numbers.
Most recently began awkwardly and shifted in near 600m; 6th of 9 at Strathalbyn Hcp (C2) on November 17 over 1100m, 4 len behind Lady Pavli Chenko with 53kg at $17. The start before that overraced early stages; ran last of 14 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on November 10 over 1400m, 8 len behind Deevine carrying 56kg at $31. Looks to be making up the numbers.
Last start difficult to load and laid out on straightening; made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Port Lincoln (Bm54) on November 26 over 1000m, 2.5 len behind I'm Oh So Pretty with 52.5kg at $7. The race before that 5th of 11 at Port Lincoln (Bm52) on November 12 over 1250m, 3.5 len behind Amani Farasi carrying 53.5kg at $9. Still likely to struggle after 2kg claim.
Last start difficult to load and laid out on straightening; made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Port Lincoln (Bm54) on November 26 over 1000m, 2.5 len behind I'm Oh So Pretty with 52.5kg at $7. The race before that 5th of 11 at Port Lincoln (Bm52) on November 12 over 1250m, 3.5 len behind Amani Farasi carrying 53.5kg at $9. Still likely to struggle after 2kg claim.
VINTAGE FOLLY (2) fought hard to record the good Maiden win here having her third race-start. The McEvoy-trained galloper had come off decent efforts in stronger city Maidens and the in-form Vorster sticks. Fitter she rates to take the next step. STARSPANGLED SAGA (6) brings good figures to resumption. Had no luck in better class the latest and presents owning a big Oakbank trial win over this trip. Lightly-traced and will have come on. CHAMPAGNE DREAMS (5) also resumes and has run solid races at Listed and Group level. She was an easy Maiden winner her only fresh go and she can ride the speed from the low barrier. DELAGO LAD (1) peaks off two runs in better grade and is worth consideration despite the sticky gate.
