Ballarat 28 June 2022

Last start fractious in barriers and warning - barrier manners; eased back early on 3rd in a small field at this track Mdn Plate on June 14 over 1000m, 2 len behind March Forward carrying 59.5kg at $31. The race before that slowly away; 5th of 11 at Wodonga 4yo+ Mdn on May 6 over 1100m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Lidgate with 59.5kg at $26. Not far away last start. Big chance.

Resumes off a 58 day let-up. Last start ran last in a small field at Bairnsdale 4yo+ Mdn on May 1 over 1200m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Speed Bump with 59.5kg at $41. The race before that ran last of 8 (raced wide without cover; eased down; warning - uncompetitive) at Sale 3yo+ Mdn on April 27 over 1732m, slow going 27 len behind Hollywood Park with 59.5kg at $201. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.

Third-up today. Resuming wide throughout; raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ Mdn on May 20 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Tern And Go carrying 59.5kg at $31. Second run from a spell 8th of 10 at Geelong 2yo+ Mdn on June 17 over 1125m, on rain affected going; 8 len behind The Great Houdini with 59.5kg at $101. Not keen.

Third race start. Promising on debut raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 9 (began awkwardly; laid out near turn; laid in in the straight) at Kyneton 3yo Mdn on November 29 over 1100m, 1.5 len behind Mobamba with 56kg at $5. Went for a break before racing wide without cover; sat behind the speed prior to fading to run last of 7 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on May 27 over 1000m, 14 len behind Mietta carrying 57.5kg at $9. Worth another chance.

Third-up today. Resuming led but faded 3rd of 7 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on May 27 over 1000m, 1.3 len behind Mietta carrying 57kg at $4. Second run from a spell struck interference at start; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 8 at Swan Hill 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 975m, slow going 3.5 len behind Classy Kenny with 57kg at $2.40. Should be near his top.

Third-up today. First-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on May 8 over 1100m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Bound For Home with 58kg at $9. Last start began awkwardly; with blinkers first time; 6th of 9 at Sale 2yo Mdn on May 25 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Winning Revolution with 58kg at $21. Chances enhanced by drawing a nice marble.

Two-year-old colt first-starter by Exceed And Excel out of Serendipitious. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.

Two-year-old filly first-starter by Thronum out of La Musicienne. Untrialled, so tough to assess real chances. Watch market for a positive lead.

Two-year-old filly (Deep Field - Soho Secret) making her debut. Purchased for AUD $ 170,000 (Inglis 2021 Australian Easter Yearling Sale). Has not been produced at official trials. Profiles nicely for this. Respect any move in betting.

At debut, began awkwardly; 7th of 11 at Swan Hill 2yo Mdn on June 11 over 975m, slow going 3.5 len behind Wannabe Famous carrying 54kg at $21. Requires plenty of improvement after a modest debut.

Racing first-up today. Finished off last campaign third of 11 at Ararat 3yo Mdn November 30 over 1300m, 5.5 len behind Philosophers Stone with 58kg at $21. On debut fractious in barriers and passed fit at barrier; fifth of 13 at Moe 3yo+ Mdn September 13 over 1200m, soft track; 8 len behind Extreme Flight carrying 57kg at $8.50. Look for a bold run.

At debut, 6th of 12 at Pakenham Synthetic 3yo Mdn on June 7 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Aminikii with 58kg at $21. Open to improvement. Strong winning hope.

Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last campaign with blinkers first time; second last of 12 (slowly away; eased near 1000m; rider lost whip) at Pakenham 3yo Mdn January 27 over 1600m, soft track; 19 len behind Chateau Nue carrying 58kg at $201. On debut sixth of 9 (dwelt at start (2l); held up near turn; raced greenly) at Geelong 3yo Mdn December 10 over 1318m, 4 len behind Imminent Risk with 58kg at $81. Each-way prospect.

Lining up for just third start. At debut, ran last of 12 at Geelong Mdn Plate on June 5 over 1212m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Spicy carrying 59.5kg at $21. Last start got back early with blinkers first time; 6th of 8 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on June 19 over 1223m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Cheeky Grace carrying 58kg at $10. Others appeal more heading into this.

Resuming after a 18 months break. Finished off last preparation fourth of 9 at Caulfield 2yo Hcp December 26 2020 over 1200m, 3 len behind Picarones carrying 58kg at $6.50. On debut fourth of 10 at Moonee Valley 2yo Swp November 28 2020 over 1000m, 5 len behind Paulele carrying 57kg at $26. Likely to play a major role.

Resumes from a spell after only one run when eased down and lame; raced on the pace before fading 11th of 13 at Benalla 3yo Mdn Plate on February 7 over 1206m, 22 len behind Boo's Reward carrying 58kg at $5. Has been trialling well leading into this first up run.

Three-year-old filly first-starter by Fiorente out of Elvirago. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.

Three-year-old filly first-starter by Frosted out of Sea Gem. Likely to have admirers.

At the latest run laid in in the straight; sat on the speed throughout before fading 9th of 14 at Swan Hill 3yo Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Misterguitars with 56kg at $101. Before that raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 10 at Warracknabeal 2yo+ Mdn on May 21 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Birdies Galore with 57.5kg at $31. Can improve on recent efforts.

Most recently raced four wide; 5th of 10 at this track 3yo Mdn Plate on June 14 over 1500m, 15 len behind Lady Ardoyne with 58kg at $101. The run before that second last of 9 (difficult to load; slowly away; ordered to trial) at Geelong 2yo+ Mdn on May 13 over 1765m, slow going 6 len behind The Untacklabull with 59.5kg at $31. This looks too tough.

Racing well. Last start 2nd of 9 at Pakenham Synthetic 3yo+ Mdn on June 21 over 2200m, 2.5 len behind Manco Man carrying 59.5kg at $3.80. The run before that began awkwardly; 2nd in a small field at Strathalbyn 3yo+ Mdn on June 1 over 2050m, in the wet; long-neck behind Rich Fantasy carrying 57.5kg at $1.30. Leading chance again.

Third-up today. Resuming 5th of 12 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on May 29 over 1550m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Duhlata with 58kg at $31. Second run from a spell 4th of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on June 14 over 2100m, 7 len behind Bay Of Kiel with 59.5kg at $101. Improvement required to threaten in this field.

Third-up today. Resuming settled back and ran on when 7th of 10 at Mildura 2yo+ Mdn on May 29 over 1400m, slow going 7 len behind Rock Up with 59.5kg at $41. Second run from a spell began awkwardly; 6th of 14 at Swan Hill 4yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, slow going 5.5 len behind Vittorina with 59.5kg at $7. Cannot be ruled out despite a lacklustre effort last time.

At the latest run 4th of 10 at Pakenham Synthetic Mdn on June 21 over 1600m, 6 len behind Ideal Miss carrying 59.5kg at $26. The run before that began awkwardly and laid in in the straight; 4th of 11 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 7 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Ocean Raider with 59.5kg at $26. Cannot entertain.

Most recently set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on June 14 over 2100m, 1.75 len behind Bay Of Kiel carrying 57.5kg at $26. The run before that raced behind the speed prior to fading 9th of 12 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on May 29 over 1550m, slow going 9 len behind Duhlata carrying 56kg at $10. Haas each-way claims.

Comes off a 40 day let-up. At the latest run tempo against and vetted - no abnormalities; 7th of 10 at Stawell 3yo+ Mdn on May 19 over 2000m, 5 len behind Super Snitch carrying 57.5kg at $8. Before that disappointed for a run near 250m and failed to handle going; with blinkers first time; 10th of 13 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn Plate on May 2 over 2000m, slow going 20 len behind Turfie with 57.5kg at $10. Progressing well and a win is on the cards.

Last start slowly away; 9th of 11 at Warrnambool 2yo+ Hcp (58) on June 19 over 1700m, on a wet track; 12 len behind Young Lucas carrying 54kg at $101. The run before that with blinkers first time; ran last of 12 at Casterton 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1400m, slow going 12 len behind Pretty Boy with 59.5kg at $101. Hard to imagine a top-three finish.

At the latest run raced three wide and warning - uncompetitive; second last of 11 at Swan Hill 3yo+ Mdn on June 11 over 2400m, slow going 25 len behind Shine And Dandy with 59.5kg at $101. The race before that ran last of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn on May 27 over 2580m, on a slow track; 24 len behind Heavan with 58kg at $101. Not liked here.

Most recently 4th of 10 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 24 over 2200m, 5 len behind Heljami with 58.5kg at $10. The start before that 9th of 14 at Swan Hill 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 10 over 2400m, slow going 10 len behind Retrospection with 59kg at $16. Capable of more – worth another chance.

Useful gelding. At the latest run eased back early on 11th of 14 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 11 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Bold Bourbon with 58.5kg at $26. The run before that won by a nose at this track 2yo+ Mdn May 23 over 1500m defeating Ten Feathers with 59.5kg at $3.50. Has the ability to take this out.

At the latest run second last of 13 at Bendigo 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 19 over 1500m, in the wet; 9 len behind Kiss Me If You Can with 56.5kg at $81. The start before that held ground to the line 2nd of 9 at Mildura 3yo+ Hcp (58) on May 29 over 2000m, slow going 1.75 len behind City Beats carrying 60kg at $5. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.

At the latest run began awkwardly and keen; 9th of 12 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 5 over 1715m, on rain affected going; 5 len behind Audrey Girl with 55.5kg at $31. The run before that slowly away; 9th of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 20 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Netanyahu carrying 56kg at $9. Among the better chances.

Most recently over raced middle stages; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at this track 3yo+ (Bm58) on June 14 over 2100m, 3.5 len behind Blazing Rebel with 58.5kg at $16. Before that blundered near 600m; eased back early on 6th of 9 at Mildura 3yo+ Hcp (58) on May 29 over 2000m, on a slow track; 5 len behind City Beats carrying 57kg at $31. Has solid each-way claims.

Last start keen; sat behind the speed prior to fading 9th of 11 at Moe 3yo+ Hcp (58) on June 5 over 2088m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Wiesenbach with 54kg at $61. Before that fractious in barriers and began awkwardly; second last in a small field at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M (Bm70) on April 22 over 2060m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Elskling carrying 55kg at $101. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.

Last start second last of 11 at Swan Hill 3yo+ (Bm78) on June 12 over 2400m, on a slow track; 26 len behind Lunatic Fringe with 54kg at $101. Before that didn't finish the race at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn Hrdl May 31 over 3200m. Happy enough to dismiss in this field.

Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up eased back early on 8th of 12 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 20 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Head First with 60kg at $81. Second run from a spell held ground to the line 3rd of 7 at this track 2yo+ Hcp (C1) on June 9 over 1500m, 6 len behind Silent Surrente carrying 55.5kg at $21. Hard to have on recent efforts.

Recent form sound. At the latest run scored a big 4 len win at this track 3yo Mdn Plate June 14 over 1500m defeating Superior Sam with 56kg at $3.30. Before that wide throughout; held ground to the line 3rd of 12 at this track Mdn Plate on June 6 over 1500m, 4.5 len behind The Red Kite carrying 57.5kg at $17. Has been racing well. Top prospects.

At the latest run did the work up front then tired 7th of 9 at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on June 14 over 1500m, 5.5 len behind Running Cloud carrying 59.5kg at $6. The race before that won by 2.75 len at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) May 23 over 1500m defeating Bonamassa with 57kg at $15. Shouldn't trouble the top few.

Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Most recently held up near 200m; came from last and 5th of 8 at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 27 over 1400m, 4 len behind Tsushima carrying 58kg at $31. The run before that dwelt at start (2l); eased back early on 8th of 10 at Kerang (Bm52) on April 16 over 1100m, 6 len behind Mallee Hammer carrying 59.5kg at $21. Predicted to struggle.

Most recently 9th of 12 (began awkwardly; got its head up; raced erratically) at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on June 21 over 1200m, 6 len behind Riverdance Lad carrying 54kg at $151. The run before that settled back and ran on when 6th of 10 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 30 over 1000m, 7 len behind Throw At Da Stumps carrying 54kg at $101. Win would surprise.

Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up second last of 13 at Sandown-Hillside (Bm70) on May 11 over 1000m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Libertus carrying 57kg at $17. Second-up raced on the pace before fading 7th of 12 at Ballarat 2yo+ (Bm70) on May 29 over 1100m, slow going 3.5 len behind Hickok carrying 56.5kg at $31. Improvement expected.

Second run back. Comes off a 36-day let-up. First-up after seven months favourite; won by 3 len at this track Mdn Plate May 23 over 1100m defeating Precious Socks with 57.5kg at $1.40. Previously second-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ Mdn on November 12 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Spirit Of Giving with 57.5kg at $2.90. Can go on with it.

Useful type. At the latest run ran on from midfield; 2nd of 7 at Pakenham Synthetic (Bm70) on June 3 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Shotmaker carrying 54kg at $5.50. The start before that came from midfield and scored a big 4 len win at Warracknabeal 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 21 over 1200m defeating Alassak with 57.5kg at $2.30. Draws well and is a strong winning chance.

Recent form sound. At the latest run rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 12 at Swan Hill 2yo+ F&M (Bm64) on June 11 over 1300m, slow going 4 len behind Toregene with 58kg at $4.30. The run before that rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 7 at this track 2yo+ Hcp (C2) on May 23 over 1200m, 5 len behind Bill The Boxer with 56kg at $2.50. Winning prospects enhanced by the favourable stall.

Second-up. First-up after three months 3rd of 12 at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on June 6 over 1200m, 2 len behind Ziavera with 59kg at $21. Previously second-up got back early 5th of 9 at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) on January 25 over 1207m, 2.25 len behind Euphegenia carrying 57.5kg at $21. Unlikely to threaten.

At the latest run eased near 50m; made significant ground from the rear of the field 2nd of 12 at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on June 6 over 1100m, 1.0 len behind Sold Tha Car carrying 55.5kg at $26. Before that 5th of 14 at Donald 2yo+ Hcp (58) on May 7 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Prophet's Choice with 54kg at $17. Wide draw too testing.

Resuming. Finished off last preparation when ran last of 8 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) February 7 over 2040m, 20 len behind Secret Sheema carrying 54.5kg at $31. Previously first up; with blinkers first time; second of 10 at Balnarring Pic-Mdn November 6 over 1008m, 5.5 len behind Gem Edition with 65kg at $4.50. Hard to enthuse.

Last start raced four wide; 12th of 14 at Swan Hill 2yo+ Hcp (58) on June 11 over 1200m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Soweto Haze with 51kg at $101. The run before that ran last of 10 at Albury Hcp (C1) on May 13 over 1000m, on heavy track; 16 len behind Mojo Music with 55kg at $61. Draws the fence but the positives end there.

At the latest run 6th of 8 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on June 24 over 1200m, 7 len behind Water Bomber carrying 57.5kg at $81. The run before that sat on the speed throughout before fading second last of 9 at Pakenham Synthetic 4yo+ Mdn on June 3 over 1400m, 11 len behind Bad Influence with 57.5kg at $41. Well held last time and facing tough task today.

Second run back. First-up after five months ran on strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 12 at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on June 6 over 1100m, 1.1 len behind Sold Tha Car with 64.5kg at $7. Previously second-up second last of 14 at Mornington 3yo+ (Bm64) on October 7 over 1200m, slow going 8 len behind Cirrina carrying 59kg at $201. Sure to run well.

Useful gelding. Comes off a 33 day let-up. Most recently led but faded 2nd of 8 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 26 over 1400m, 1.75 len behind Preemptory carrying 59kg at $5. The race before that wide throughout; 8th of 12 at Wagga 4yo+ (Bm66) on May 5 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Hokahey carrying 62kg at $4.50. Likely to prove hard to hold out.

Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Comes off a 39 day let-up. Resuming began awkwardly and keen; 3rd of 8 at Ballarat 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 8 over 1200m, on a wet track; 4.5 len behind Mister Me carrying 59kg at $21. Last start ran last of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 20 over 1400m, slow going 4.5 len behind Netanyahu carrying 59kg at $9. Racing well. Has strong claims.

Second-up. First-up after eight months laid out several times; 9th of 11 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 7 over 1100m, 6 len behind Mimosas carrying 59kg at $61. Previously second-up eased near 200m; 5th of 13 at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) on November 1 over 1400m, 6 len behind Perfect World carrying 59.5kg at $12. Fitter but must improve sharply.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation began awkwardly; fifth of 13 at Mildura 3yo+ (Bm58) April 26 over 1400m, soft track; 3.5 len behind Seacole with 59kg at $61. When resuming last campaign second last of 10 at Yarra Valley 3yo+ (Bm64) January 16 over 1009m, 5.5 len behind Baronessa with 61kg at $67. Hard to recommend.

Last start 4th of 13 at Swan Hill 2yo+ Hcp (58) on June 11 over 1200m, slow going 2.25 len behind Chart Buster with 54kg at $61. The run before that 10th of 12 at Wagga (Bm50) on May 28 over 1800m, slow going 8 len behind Blazing Zone carrying 57kg at $21. Hard to enthuse.

Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign sixth of 12 at Yarra Valley 3yo+ Hcp (58) February 26 over 1500m, 8 len behind Frenzy Lune with 54.5kg at $101. When resuming last campaign wide early stages; fifth of 11 at Wangaratta 3yo+ Hcp (58) December 12 2020 over 1300m, 4.5 len behind Mutanaaseq with 56kg at $101. Others rate better.

Second run back. First-up after seven months in a small field at this track 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 27 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Ronay carrying 55kg at $31. Previously second-up 4th of 7 at Inverell Hcp (C1) on October 16 over 1050m, on rain affected going; 4 len behind Kiss And Tell carrying 54kg at $5. Needs to lift.