Bendigo 28 February 2023
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First starter by Squamosa out of Leg Room. Trialled on February 15 when third at Tatura over 850m. Drawn well and strong run likely if placing trial run holds form.
First starter by Squamosa out of Leg Room. Trialled on February 15 when third at Tatura over 850m. Drawn well and strong run likely if placing trial run holds form.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation second last of 8 at Caulfield in the LR M Cooper November 26 over 1000m, 6 len behind Little Brose carrying 58kg at $12. On debut third in a small field at Caulfield in the LR Debutant Stks October 8 over 1000m, soft track, 5.5 len behind King's Gambit with 58kg at $4.50. Conditions favour. Expect a forward showing.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation second last of 8 at Caulfield in the LR M Cooper November 26 over 1000m, 6 len behind Little Brose carrying 58kg at $12. On debut third in a small field at Caulfield in the LR Debutant Stks October 8 over 1000m, soft track, 5.5 len behind King's Gambit with 58kg at $4.50. Conditions favour. Expect a forward showing.
Facing the starter for the first time. Two-year-old gelding by Foxwedge out of She's A Nightstar. Trialled recently and finished fifth at Tatura over 850m. Respect any move in betting.
Facing the starter for the first time. Two-year-old gelding by Foxwedge out of She's A Nightstar. Trialled recently and finished fifth at Tatura over 850m. Respect any move in betting.
At debut, second last of 8 at Moe 2Y Mdn-Sw on February 8 over 1100m, 6 len behind Must Go carrying 58kg at $16. Expecting a bit more with the race experience on board.
At debut, second last of 8 at Moe 2Y Mdn-Sw on February 8 over 1100m, 6 len behind Must Go carrying 58kg at $16. Expecting a bit more with the race experience on board.
First-starter by Overshare out of Three Strykes. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
First-starter by Overshare out of Three Strykes. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
On debut. Two-year-old colt by Rubick out of Reilly O'. Trialled recently finishing eighth at a Cranbourne trial over 800m February 6. Likely to go well.
On debut. Two-year-old colt by Rubick out of Reilly O'. Trialled recently finishing eighth at a Cranbourne trial over 800m February 6. Likely to go well.
First-starter by Cable Bay out of Standing Up (AUD $ 22,000 (Inglis 2022 Premier Yearling Sale) purchase). Betting watch.
First-starter by Cable Bay out of Standing Up (AUD $ 22,000 (Inglis 2022 Premier Yearling Sale) purchase). Betting watch.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when 4th in a small field at Caulfield in the LR Debutant Stks on October 8 over 1000m, slow going 5.5 len behind King's Gambit with 56kg at $5.50. This is an ideal race to kick off. Top hope.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when 4th in a small field at Caulfield in the LR Debutant Stks on October 8 over 1000m, slow going 5.5 len behind King's Gambit with 56kg at $5.50. This is an ideal race to kick off. Top hope.
SHESALLSHENANIGANS (8) debuted in Listed grade and was in front for a long way. She's sure to have come on and McDougall stays with her. Quick and will take pegging back. HEURISTIC (2) resumes off two Listed runs and showed enough to say this is winnable with natural improvement. The blinkers are on firat time and Zahra is a key jockey booking. In a top barn and a live chance. TYMON (6) debuts and is also in good hands. Is sure to be better than the soft track trial 8th suggests. DEBOUT BELLE (7) debuts and looks well prepared.
Third-up today. First-up second last of 7 at Sandown-Hillside 3Y Bm70 on January 7 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Bistro with 55.5kg at $3. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, head behind Tanto carrying 57kg at $2.10. Expected to perform well.
Third-up today. First-up second last of 7 at Sandown-Hillside 3Y Bm70 on January 7 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Bistro with 55.5kg at $3. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, head behind Tanto carrying 57kg at $2.10. Expected to perform well.
First-starter by Sebring out of Arcadia Rose (AUD $ 305,000 (Inglis 2021 Australian Easter Yearling Sale) purchase). Expected to have ability.
First-starter by Sebring out of Arcadia Rose (AUD $ 305,000 (Inglis 2021 Australian Easter Yearling Sale) purchase). Expected to have ability.
Going well. At the latest run made some head-way from midfield, 2nd of 10 at Werribee 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 12 over 1106m, 1.5 len behind Was Yodelling with 56kg at $3. The start before that set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 8 at Canberra Mdn-Sw on January 20 over 1000m, 1.2 len behind Dancing Alone carrying 55.5kg at $3.80. Excellent winning chance with the help of an inside barrier.
Going well. At the latest run made some head-way from midfield, 2nd of 10 at Werribee 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 12 over 1106m, 1.5 len behind Was Yodelling with 56kg at $3. The start before that set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 8 at Canberra Mdn-Sw on January 20 over 1000m, 1.2 len behind Dancing Alone carrying 55.5kg at $3.80. Excellent winning chance with the help of an inside barrier.
Racing first-up today. Finished off last preparation second of 11 at Geelong 3Yf Mdn-Sw September 15 over 1125m, on rain affected going, 2 len behind Sweetened with 57kg at $2. On debut second of 10 at Sale 2Y Mdn-Sw July 8 over 1113m, a nose behind Manhattan Thunder carrying 56kg at $4.50. Among the leading players.
Racing first-up today. Finished off last preparation second of 11 at Geelong 3Yf Mdn-Sw September 15 over 1125m, on rain affected going, 2 len behind Sweetened with 57kg at $2. On debut second of 10 at Sale 2Y Mdn-Sw July 8 over 1113m, a nose behind Manhattan Thunder carrying 56kg at $4.50. Among the leading players.
Dan O'sullivan trained three-year-old filly lining up for first race start. Recent trial winner at Geelong. Good draw will assist chances. Strong chance to break through on debut.
Dan O'sullivan trained three-year-old filly lining up for first race start. Recent trial winner at Geelong. Good draw will assist chances. Strong chance to break through on debut.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old filly by Zoustar out of Miss Wilson. Trialled recently when fourth on February 6 at Cranbourne over 800m. Profiles well so worth keeping safe.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old filly by Zoustar out of Miss Wilson. Trialled recently when fourth on February 6 at Cranbourne over 800m. Profiles well so worth keeping safe.
First-starter by Pariah out of What's The Plan. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
First-starter by Pariah out of What's The Plan. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign third in a small field at Donald 3Yf Mdn-Sw September 11 over 1200m, on heavy track, 4 len behind Impending Shadow with 57kg at $3.80. On debut third of 7 at Donald 3Y Mdn-Sw August 16 over 1204m, soft track, 6 len behind Bencoolen carrying 56kg at $8.50. Can sneak into the finish.
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign third in a small field at Donald 3Yf Mdn-Sw September 11 over 1200m, on heavy track, 4 len behind Impending Shadow with 57kg at $3.80. On debut third of 7 at Donald 3Y Mdn-Sw August 16 over 1204m, soft track, 6 len behind Bencoolen carrying 56kg at $8.50. Can sneak into the finish.
Third-up today. First-up 5th of 9 at Yarra Valley 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 10 over 1000m, 3 len behind Wango Award with 56kg at $5. Second run from a spell settled towards the rear 2nd of 11 at Werribee 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1100m, on rain affected going, nose behind Marigny carrying 57kg at $12. Will be doing best work late.
Third-up today. First-up 5th of 9 at Yarra Valley 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 10 over 1000m, 3 len behind Wango Award with 56kg at $5. Second run from a spell settled towards the rear 2nd of 11 at Werribee 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1100m, on rain affected going, nose behind Marigny carrying 57kg at $12. Will be doing best work late.
Racing well. Last start 4th of 9 at Wodonga 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 6 over 1200m, 4 len behind Sting Jet carrying 56kg at $3.80. The race before that held ground to the line 3rd of 11 at Wangaratta 3Yf Mdn-Sw on January 19 over 1170m, 0.9 len behind Zadar Sunset carrying 57kg at $4.50. Genuine contender under these conditions.
Racing well. Last start 4th of 9 at Wodonga 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 6 over 1200m, 4 len behind Sting Jet carrying 56kg at $3.80. The race before that held ground to the line 3rd of 11 at Wangaratta 3Yf Mdn-Sw on January 19 over 1170m, 0.9 len behind Zadar Sunset carrying 57kg at $4.50. Genuine contender under these conditions.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation got back early 7th of 12 at Ballarat F&M Mdn-Sw on October 20 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Drop The Verse with 55.5kg at $17. When resuming last campaign ran last in a small field at Echuca 2Yf Mdn-Sw on April 10 over 1100m, on a slow track, 6 len behind No Lockdowns carrying 57kg at $15. Faces a tough essay.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation got back early 7th of 12 at Ballarat F&M Mdn-Sw on October 20 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Drop The Verse with 55.5kg at $17. When resuming last campaign ran last in a small field at Echuca 2Yf Mdn-Sw on April 10 over 1100m, on a slow track, 6 len behind No Lockdowns carrying 57kg at $15. Faces a tough essay.
Third race start. First start second last of 7 at Benalla 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 29 over 1106m, on rain affected going, 20 len behind Honeycup carrying 57kg at $61. Returned from break did the work up front then tired second last of 9 at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, 6 len behind Tanto carrying 57kg at $41. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Third race start. First start second last of 7 at Benalla 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 29 over 1106m, on rain affected going, 20 len behind Honeycup carrying 57kg at $61. Returned from break did the work up front then tired second last of 9 at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, 6 len behind Tanto carrying 57kg at $41. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Third race start. First start with blinkers first time, 4th of 9 at Echuca 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 18 over 1100m, on a wet track, 5.5 len behind Anahita with 57kg at $11. Returned from break 5th of 11 at Werribee 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1100m, on a wet track, 3.5 len behind Marigny carrying 57kg at $16. Needs to lift.
Third race start. First start with blinkers first time, 4th of 9 at Echuca 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 18 over 1100m, on a wet track, 5.5 len behind Anahita with 57kg at $11. Returned from break 5th of 11 at Werribee 3Yf Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1100m, on a wet track, 3.5 len behind Marigny carrying 57kg at $16. Needs to lift.
Lining up for just third start. At debut, ran last of 10 at Hanging Rock Mdn-Sw on January 26 over 1000m, 11 len behind Sassy Angel carrying 54.5kg at $8. Second-up with blinkers first time, 3rd of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on February 18 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Hans Albert with 57kg at $61. Looks tested again.
Lining up for just third start. At debut, ran last of 10 at Hanging Rock Mdn-Sw on January 26 over 1000m, 11 len behind Sassy Angel carrying 54.5kg at $8. Second-up with blinkers first time, 3rd of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on February 18 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Hans Albert with 57kg at $61. Looks tested again.
Doubt there's much between the top three. MISS SUBTLY (4) resumes and has just found one better at all four starts. She's speedy and Childs sticks in the saddle for the in-form Begg yard. Will be naturally improved and take beating. ALL SASSED UP (1) missed a whisker at Kilmore heavily-bet and is ready to fire for a leading barn. Led just beaten in Listed grade before the spell and that more than stacks up. ARCTIC BREEZE (2) debuts and is also in good hands. Has had good lead-ups and Zahra's booking is a decent push for her chances. A gap then to REFRESHING (9) building on the Werribee near miss. She had to do it tough.
At the latest run 6th of 11 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on February 16 over 1400m, 6 len behind Gringotts with 59.5kg at $151. Before that 5th of 10 at Werribee Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 11 len behind Nation Pride carrying 59.5kg at $21. Can't make much of a case.
At the latest run 6th of 11 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on February 16 over 1400m, 6 len behind Gringotts with 59.5kg at $151. Before that 5th of 10 at Werribee Mdn-Sw on February 3 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 11 len behind Nation Pride carrying 59.5kg at $21. Can't make much of a case.
Second run back. First-up after three months ran last of 14 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on February 20 over 1400m, 21 len behind Ripple Effect with 59kg at $26. Previously second-up made some head-way from midfield, 2nd of 8 at Traralgon Mdn-Sw on October 29 over 1430m, on heavy track, 2.25 len behind Frosted Lady with 57kg at $6. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after three months ran last of 14 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on February 20 over 1400m, 21 len behind Ripple Effect with 59kg at $26. Previously second-up made some head-way from midfield, 2nd of 8 at Traralgon Mdn-Sw on October 29 over 1430m, on heavy track, 2.25 len behind Frosted Lady with 57kg at $6. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Three-year-old gelding making debut by Tarzino out of Ballyalla. Second in a 1209m trial on January 30 at Warwick Farm. Has some talent and is worth keeping safe.
Three-year-old gelding making debut by Tarzino out of Ballyalla. Second in a 1209m trial on January 30 at Warwick Farm. Has some talent and is worth keeping safe.
Raced two times to date. At debut, 5th of 10 at Yarra Valley Mdn-Sw on January 28 over 1209m, 3 len behind Lady Shalaa carrying 58kg at $17. Second-up 5th of 8 at Yarra Valley 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 11 over 1514m, 4 len behind Son Of Solly carrying 58kg at $17. Capable of a strong showing.
Raced two times to date. At debut, 5th of 10 at Yarra Valley Mdn-Sw on January 28 over 1209m, 3 len behind Lady Shalaa carrying 58kg at $17. Second-up 5th of 8 at Yarra Valley 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 11 over 1514m, 4 len behind Son Of Solly carrying 58kg at $17. Capable of a strong showing.
Resumes racing after a long spell. Only one run when ran last of 12 at Swan Hill Mdn-Sw on August 7 over 1200m, slow going 29 len behind Chester Warrior carrying 57kg at $81. Unlikely to threaten.
Resumes racing after a long spell. Only one run when ran last of 12 at Swan Hill Mdn-Sw on August 7 over 1200m, slow going 29 len behind Chester Warrior carrying 57kg at $81. Unlikely to threaten.
At debut, got back early 8th of 10 at Sale 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1203m, on a slow track, 3 len behind Campania Volpe with 58kg at $8.50. Can do better. Strong chance in this line-up.
At debut, got back early 8th of 10 at Sale 3Y Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1203m, on a slow track, 3 len behind Campania Volpe with 58kg at $8.50. Can do better. Strong chance in this line-up.
Racing well. Comes here off a 59-day let-up. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on December 31 over 1400m, 3 len behind Katering carrying 57.5kg at $8.50. The race before that 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta Mdn-Sw on December 10 over 1400m, 1.0 len behind Rich Result with 57.5kg at $3. Capable of a big finish.
Racing well. Comes here off a 59-day let-up. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on December 31 over 1400m, 3 len behind Katering carrying 57.5kg at $8.50. The race before that 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta Mdn-Sw on December 10 over 1400m, 1.0 len behind Rich Result with 57.5kg at $3. Capable of a big finish.
Last start 4th of 12 at Colac 4Up Mdn-Sw on February 10 over 1200m, 2 len behind Thunderanlightning carrying 57.5kg at $3.50. The race before that 6th of 12 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on January 25 over 1200m, 4 len behind Dante's Peak with 57.5kg at $10. Thereabouts last time and rates highly.
Last start 4th of 12 at Colac 4Up Mdn-Sw on February 10 over 1200m, 2 len behind Thunderanlightning carrying 57.5kg at $3.50. The race before that 6th of 12 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on January 25 over 1200m, 4 len behind Dante's Peak with 57.5kg at $10. Thereabouts last time and rates highly.
Racing well. Most recently came from midfield, 3rd of 10 at this track Mdn-Sw on February 12 over 1600m, 4 len behind Kildrummie with 57kg at $5.50. The run before that ran on strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 10 at Kyneton F&M Mdn-Sw on February 4 over 1450m, on rain affected going, 2.5 len behind Sweet Refuge with 57.5kg at $11. Leading contender coming out of a very nice stall.
Racing well. Most recently came from midfield, 3rd of 10 at this track Mdn-Sw on February 12 over 1600m, 4 len behind Kildrummie with 57kg at $5.50. The run before that ran on strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 10 at Kyneton F&M Mdn-Sw on February 4 over 1450m, on rain affected going, 2.5 len behind Sweet Refuge with 57.5kg at $11. Leading contender coming out of a very nice stall.
At debut, eased back early on 5th of 7 at Moe Mdn-Sw on February 8 over 1200m, 6 len behind Humming with 57kg at $17. Satisfactory effort on debut but might need a little more time.
At debut, eased back early on 5th of 7 at Moe Mdn-Sw on February 8 over 1200m, 6 len behind Humming with 57kg at $17. Satisfactory effort on debut but might need a little more time.
Most recently 9th of 11 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on February 2 over 1600m, slow going 9 len behind Crimson Light with 57kg at $16. The race before that 8th of 11 at Sandown-Hillside 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 18 over 1400m, on a slow track, 3.5 len behind Yasuke carrying 56kg at $26. Others going much better leading into this.
Most recently 9th of 11 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on February 2 over 1600m, slow going 9 len behind Crimson Light with 57kg at $16. The race before that 8th of 11 at Sandown-Hillside 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 18 over 1400m, on a slow track, 3.5 len behind Yasuke carrying 56kg at $26. Others going much better leading into this.
At the latest run made ground from midfield, 3rd of 13 at Sale Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1407m, 1.0 len behind Hanibal Hero with 57kg at $19. The run before that with blinkers first time, second last of 9 at Cranbourne 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 13 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Cradle Of Life with 56kg at $17. Progressing well and a win is on the cards.
At the latest run made ground from midfield, 3rd of 13 at Sale Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1407m, 1.0 len behind Hanibal Hero with 57kg at $19. The run before that with blinkers first time, second last of 9 at Cranbourne 3Y Mdn-Sw on January 13 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Cradle Of Life with 56kg at $17. Progressing well and a win is on the cards.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when ran last of 8 at Sandown-Hillside 3Yf Mdn-Sw on December 7 over 1300m, 6 len behind Pampuni with 57kg at $51. Looks up against it.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when ran last of 8 at Sandown-Hillside 3Yf Mdn-Sw on December 7 over 1300m, 6 len behind Pampuni with 57kg at $51. Looks up against it.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old filly by Iffraaj out of Berg En Dal. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 1200m at Geelong January 31. Wide barrier doesn't help chances. Each-way.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old filly by Iffraaj out of Berg En Dal. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 1200m at Geelong January 31. Wide barrier doesn't help chances. Each-way.
At debut, 9th of 12 at Kilmore Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, 2.5 len behind Oasis Gold with 59kg at $11. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
At debut, 9th of 12 at Kilmore Mdn-Sw on February 7 over 1107m, 2.5 len behind Oasis Gold with 59kg at $11. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Third race start. First start ran last of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 4Up Mdn-Sw on August 5 over 1100m, 16 len behind King Tommy carrying 59.5kg at $3.50. Returned from break 6th of 12 at Ararat Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1100m, 3 len behind Factually with 59.5kg at $16. Fitter and worth including.
Third race start. First start ran last of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 4Up Mdn-Sw on August 5 over 1100m, 16 len behind King Tommy carrying 59.5kg at $3.50. Returned from break 6th of 12 at Ararat Mdn-Sw on February 5 over 1100m, 3 len behind Factually with 59.5kg at $16. Fitter and worth including.
Third-up today. First-up 5th of 8 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on February 1 over 1100m, 5 len behind Mawallock carrying 59kg at $7.50. Second run from a spell 6th of 11 at Benalla Mdn-Sw on February 14 over 1406m, 6 len behind Rocket Scientist carrying 59kg at $10. Looks tested despite the low draw.
Third-up today. First-up 5th of 8 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw on February 1 over 1100m, 5 len behind Mawallock carrying 59kg at $7.50. Second run from a spell 6th of 11 at Benalla Mdn-Sw on February 14 over 1406m, 6 len behind Rocket Scientist carrying 59kg at $10. Looks tested despite the low draw.
NORWEGIAN JOY (3) debuts for a leading barn and his lead-ups have been sharp. Has a handy gate and the blinkers are applied. He looks promising and finds a winnable assignment. Open after him. EAGLE QUEEN (7) has been racing well without winning. She's been freshened 59 days and the mile will suit. She will be right there if the above falters. SHOCKING HABIT (8) has a similar profile and John Allen is a positive jockey booking. WORCESTER (6) didn't have the best of it on debut and quick improvement won't surprise. AOIFE (9) did enough placing at the mile here 16-days ago to get some of the money.
Second-up. First-up after six months favourite, won by a head at Naracoorte Bm68 February 12 over 1200m defeating Load And Go carrying 59kg at $3. Previously second-up rider lost whip, made ground from midfield, 2nd of 8 at Geelong Cg&E Bm64 on April 19 over 1106m, on a wet track, 1.5 len behind Home Rule with 57kg at $4. Improver who is an excellent winning chance.
Second-up. First-up after six months favourite, won by a head at Naracoorte Bm68 February 12 over 1200m defeating Load And Go carrying 59kg at $3. Previously second-up rider lost whip, made ground from midfield, 2nd of 8 at Geelong Cg&E Bm64 on April 19 over 1106m, on a wet track, 1.5 len behind Home Rule with 57kg at $4. Improver who is an excellent winning chance.
Useful type. At the latest run 5th of 11 at Morphettville Parks Bm70 on February 4 over 1250m, 3.5 len behind Lafargue with 59kg at $19. The start before that won by 1.0 len at Penola Bm68 January 12 over 1300m defeating Rohlon Drunk carrying 58kg at $3. Low draw and expected to go well.
Useful type. At the latest run 5th of 11 at Morphettville Parks Bm70 on February 4 over 1250m, 3.5 len behind Lafargue with 59kg at $19. The start before that won by 1.0 len at Penola Bm68 January 12 over 1300m defeating Rohlon Drunk carrying 58kg at $3. Low draw and expected to go well.
Second-up. Comes off a 55-day let-up. First-up after five months eased back early on 9th of 13 at Geelong Bm64 on January 4 over 1100m, 3 len behind Rosalia with 61kg at $7. Previously second-up 3rd of 10 at Flemington Bm78 on June 18 over 1000m, slow going 0.9 len behind Nasraawy carrying 55.5kg at $3. One of the top chances.
Second-up. Comes off a 55-day let-up. First-up after five months eased back early on 9th of 13 at Geelong Bm64 on January 4 over 1100m, 3 len behind Rosalia with 61kg at $7. Previously second-up 3rd of 10 at Flemington Bm78 on June 18 over 1000m, slow going 0.9 len behind Nasraawy carrying 55.5kg at $3. One of the top chances.
Form hard to fault. Most recently 4th of 9 at Kilmore 0 - 64 on February 7 over 1207m, 1.5 len behind Red Octane with 60kg at $6.50. The run before that came from midfield and won by a head at Wangaratta Bm58 January 19 over 1300m defeating Euphemia carrying 58kg at $5.50. Expected to be doing his best work late.
Form hard to fault. Most recently 4th of 9 at Kilmore 0 - 64 on February 7 over 1207m, 1.5 len behind Red Octane with 60kg at $6.50. The run before that came from midfield and won by a head at Wangaratta Bm58 January 19 over 1300m defeating Euphemia carrying 58kg at $5.50. Expected to be doing his best work late.
Most recently 5th of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Smashing Eagle with 59.5kg at $51. Before that 7th of 9 at Benalla Bm64 on January 5 over 1406m, 9 len behind Pocket Change carrying 60.5kg at $61. Hard to imagine a top-three finish.
Most recently 5th of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Smashing Eagle with 59.5kg at $51. Before that 7th of 9 at Benalla Bm64 on January 5 over 1406m, 9 len behind Pocket Change carrying 60.5kg at $61. Hard to imagine a top-three finish.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up ran on strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 8 at Moonee Valley F&M Bm70 on January 28 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Danny's St Darci carrying 58kg at $12. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 9 at Sandown-Hillside F&M Bm70 on February 15 over 1300m, neck behind Pacific Ruby carrying 58kg at $5.50. Capable of a strong showing.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up ran on strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 8 at Moonee Valley F&M Bm70 on January 28 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Danny's St Darci carrying 58kg at $12. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 9 at Sandown-Hillside F&M Bm70 on February 15 over 1300m, neck behind Pacific Ruby carrying 58kg at $5.50. Capable of a strong showing.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming did the work up front then tired ran last of 8 at Geelong 0 - 64 on January 13 over 1143m, 5 len behind The Last Napoleon carrying 59kg at $61. Second-up second last of 9 at Kilmore 0 - 64 on February 7 over 1207m, 5 len behind Red Octane carrying 59kg at $21. Hard to make a winning case.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming did the work up front then tired ran last of 8 at Geelong 0 - 64 on January 13 over 1143m, 5 len behind The Last Napoleon carrying 59kg at $61. Second-up second last of 9 at Kilmore 0 - 64 on February 7 over 1207m, 5 len behind Red Octane carrying 59kg at $21. Hard to make a winning case.
Most recently came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at Yarra Valley 0 - 58 February 11 over 1209m defeating Areyoulistening with 56.5kg at $9.50. The race before that failed to make an impression, ran last of 7 at Mornington 0 - 64 on January 22 over 1200m, 6 len behind Kimberley Pearl with 57kg at $14. This is well within his grasp.
Most recently came from midfield and won by 0.5 len at Yarra Valley 0 - 58 February 11 over 1209m defeating Areyoulistening with 56.5kg at $9.50. The race before that failed to make an impression, ran last of 7 at Mornington 0 - 64 on January 22 over 1200m, 6 len behind Kimberley Pearl with 57kg at $14. This is well within his grasp.
Useful type. Last start 3rd of 8 at Stawell Bm64 on February 21 over 1107m, 1.5 len behind Bifrost with 58kg at $13. Before that raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 9 at Warrnambool Bm64 on February 1 over 1700m, 7 len behind Pankhurst with 58kg at $13. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Useful type. Last start 3rd of 8 at Stawell Bm64 on February 21 over 1107m, 1.5 len behind Bifrost with 58kg at $13. Before that raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 9 at Warrnambool Bm64 on February 1 over 1700m, 7 len behind Pankhurst with 58kg at $13. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Comes here off a 30-day let-up. At the latest run eased back early on 6th of 10 at Geelong 0 - 64 on January 29 over 1212m, slow going 2.25 len behind Kew Player with 55kg at $21. The start before that second last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 3Yf Bm64 on January 18 over 1300m, slow going 9 len behind Benedetta carrying 57kg at $21. Thereabouts recently but others are preferred.
Comes here off a 30-day let-up. At the latest run eased back early on 6th of 10 at Geelong 0 - 64 on January 29 over 1212m, slow going 2.25 len behind Kew Player with 55kg at $21. The start before that second last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 3Yf Bm64 on January 18 over 1300m, slow going 9 len behind Benedetta carrying 57kg at $21. Thereabouts recently but others are preferred.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming sat on the pace before fading 8th of 10 at Flemington 3Y Bm64 on January 20 over 1100m, 6 len behind Gold Revolver with 55.5kg at $6. Second-up 6th of 9 at Pakenham Bm64 on February 9 over 1200m, 2 len behind Marble Arch with 55kg at $26. Capable of a better showing. Respect.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming sat on the pace before fading 8th of 10 at Flemington 3Y Bm64 on January 20 over 1100m, 6 len behind Gold Revolver with 55.5kg at $6. Second-up 6th of 9 at Pakenham Bm64 on February 9 over 1200m, 2 len behind Marble Arch with 55kg at $26. Capable of a better showing. Respect.
LADY HAMPTON (6) looks well suited third up off two threatening efforts in town. She keeps improving and it will take a good effort to beat her. VICTORINE (11) is in a top barn and is right up to this at best. Had an excuse in town first up and had to do some work her latest. Gets the blinkers first time and the third-up record is sharp. DOTHRAKI (1) won first-up in the country as expected and will build on that. Has the handy 3kg claim and is a trifecta hope. FIXATED (2) won in the country and then was out-graded in Adelaide. Has a 3kg claim and can control the race. He's sure to give a sight.
Last start 7th of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, 5 len behind Irish Butterfly with 60kg at $16. Before that 2nd in a small field at Stony Creek Bm64 on January 31 over 2100m, 1.75 len behind Maid Of Iron carrying 60kg at $6. Happy enough to dismiss in this field.
Last start 7th of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, 5 len behind Irish Butterfly with 60kg at $16. Before that 2nd in a small field at Stony Creek Bm64 on January 31 over 2100m, 1.75 len behind Maid Of Iron carrying 60kg at $6. Happy enough to dismiss in this field.
At the latest run second last of 8 at this track Marong Cup on February 18 over 2200m, 19 len behind Zoom with 54kg at $21. The race before that 6th of 8 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 3000m, 21 len behind Sunday Buzz with 56kg at $17. 2kg claim will not be enough.
At the latest run second last of 8 at this track Marong Cup on February 18 over 2200m, 19 len behind Zoom with 54kg at $21. The race before that 6th of 8 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 3000m, 21 len behind Sunday Buzz with 56kg at $17. 2kg claim will not be enough.
At the latest run second last of 15 at Flemington Bm84 on February 18 over 2000m, 8 len behind Nobel Heights carrying 54kg at $26. The race before that came from midfield and won by 2.25 len at Werribee Mdn-Sw February 3 over 2000m in heavy going defeating Charmed Destiny with 59.5kg at $3.80. Mediocre effort last time out but this suits.
At the latest run second last of 15 at Flemington Bm84 on February 18 over 2000m, 8 len behind Nobel Heights carrying 54kg at $26. The race before that came from midfield and won by 2.25 len at Werribee Mdn-Sw February 3 over 2000m in heavy going defeating Charmed Destiny with 59.5kg at $3.80. Mediocre effort last time out but this suits.
Third-up today. First-up won by 5.5 len at Stony Creek Mdn-Sw January 3 over 1600m defeating Te Kanawa with 59.5kg at $6. Last start 4th of 12 at Wodonga Bm58 on February 6 over 2050m, 4 len behind Femme Americain carrying 61.5kg at $9.50. Among the better chances.
Third-up today. First-up won by 5.5 len at Stony Creek Mdn-Sw January 3 over 1600m defeating Te Kanawa with 59.5kg at $6. Last start 4th of 12 at Wodonga Bm58 on February 6 over 2050m, 4 len behind Femme Americain carrying 61.5kg at $9.50. Among the better chances.
Useful type. Most recently tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 8 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 3000m, 4 len behind Sunday Buzz carrying 55kg at $4.50. The start before that second last of 8 at Warrnambool Bm64 on January 25 over 2387m, 5 len behind Zoom carrying 59kg at $10. Further improvement is anticipated.
Useful type. Most recently tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 8 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 3000m, 4 len behind Sunday Buzz carrying 55kg at $4.50. The start before that second last of 8 at Warrnambool Bm64 on January 25 over 2387m, 5 len behind Zoom carrying 59kg at $10. Further improvement is anticipated.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up 6th of 10 at Terang Bm58 on January 2 over 1600m, 5 len behind Jenniferenti with 61kg at $10. Second run from a spell 7th of 10 at Warrnambool Bm58 on January 25 over 1700m, 2.75 len behind Ashim with 61kg at $19. Thereabouts recently and can improve.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up 6th of 10 at Terang Bm58 on January 2 over 1600m, 5 len behind Jenniferenti with 61kg at $10. Second run from a spell 7th of 10 at Warrnambool Bm58 on January 25 over 1700m, 2.75 len behind Ashim with 61kg at $19. Thereabouts recently and can improve.
Racing well. Last start 2nd of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 3 over 2500m, on a slow track, 2 len behind Vadaboy with 58kg at $3.50. The run before that made ground from midfield, 2nd of 12 at Yarra Valley Bm58 on January 10 over 1950m, 0.8 len behind Inordinate carrying 61kg at $8.50. Winning hope.
Racing well. Last start 2nd of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 3 over 2500m, on a slow track, 2 len behind Vadaboy with 58kg at $3.50. The run before that made ground from midfield, 2nd of 12 at Yarra Valley Bm58 on January 10 over 1950m, 0.8 len behind Inordinate carrying 61kg at $8.50. Winning hope.
At the latest run eased back early on 8th of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, 5 len behind Irish Butterfly carrying 57.5kg at $6. The race before that from last on the turn 6th of 8 at Mt Gambier Bm64 on January 22 over 1550m, 3 len behind Carak with 58kg at $5. Watch for him late in the piece.
At the latest run eased back early on 8th of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, 5 len behind Irish Butterfly carrying 57.5kg at $6. The race before that from last on the turn 6th of 8 at Mt Gambier Bm64 on January 22 over 1550m, 3 len behind Carak with 58kg at $5. Watch for him late in the piece.
At the latest run held ground to the line 2nd of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, nose behind Irish Butterfly with 57.5kg at $16. Before that 6th of 11 at Wangaratta Bm64 on January 19 over 2000m, 6 len behind Corbulo carrying 58kg at $21. Well placed to take this out.
At the latest run held ground to the line 2nd of 11 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 2200m, nose behind Irish Butterfly with 57.5kg at $16. Before that 6th of 11 at Wangaratta Bm64 on January 19 over 2000m, 6 len behind Corbulo carrying 58kg at $21. Well placed to take this out.
Most recently 8th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 3 over 2500m, slow going 8 len behind Vadaboy with 56.5kg at $11. The run before that 2nd of 8 at Mornington 0 - 64 on January 22 over 2460m, nose behind Havisham with 56.5kg at $6. Will prove tough to stave off.
Most recently 8th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 3 over 2500m, slow going 8 len behind Vadaboy with 56.5kg at $11. The run before that 2nd of 8 at Mornington 0 - 64 on January 22 over 2460m, nose behind Havisham with 56.5kg at $6. Will prove tough to stave off.
Comes here off a 46-day let-up. At the latest run 6th of 12 at Cranbourne Bm70 on January 13 over 3000m, 8 len behind Monreal carrying 55kg at $15. The run before that came home strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 9 at Geelong Bm64 on January 4 over 2200m, 3 len behind Princeton Award with 56.5kg at $17. Others are preferred.
Comes here off a 46-day let-up. At the latest run 6th of 12 at Cranbourne Bm70 on January 13 over 3000m, 8 len behind Monreal carrying 55kg at $15. The run before that came home strongly from last on the turn, 4th of 9 at Geelong Bm64 on January 4 over 2200m, 3 len behind Princeton Award with 56.5kg at $17. Others are preferred.
Most recently 6th of 10 at Werribee Bm58 on February 3 over 2000m, in the wet, 6 len behind Mixmulti carrying 52kg at $101. The run before that 9th of 11 at Geelong Bm58 on January 29 over 2418m, on a slow track, 16 len behind Winds Of March carrying 52kg at $101. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Most recently 6th of 10 at Werribee Bm58 on February 3 over 2000m, in the wet, 6 len behind Mixmulti carrying 52kg at $101. The run before that 9th of 11 at Geelong Bm58 on January 29 over 2418m, on a slow track, 16 len behind Winds Of March carrying 52kg at $101. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
SLATE (9) is a lightly-raced improver who missed a nose here 16 days ago at this level. He races handy and the extra 200m shouldn't pose a problem. In good hands and Gordon rides and is building a positive record with the yard. ACCOUNTABILITY (5) is hard to catch but is suited off city grade. Comes back 600m but John Allen is a key jockey booking and we know the gelding will run it right out. HANDFUL (10) was plain at The Valley but missed a nose prior at this distance and that would give him a chance. FESTIVUS (6) is third-up with more to give. Zahra is a key jockey booking and the 2400m should hold no fears. COUNTRY'S LIGHT (3) was a big Maiden winner at Werribee on the heavy and was outgraded at Flemington after. Tipping he'll appreciate the staying trip.
Second-up. First-up after three months raced on the pace before fading to run last of 7 at Canberra Bm65 on February 3 over 1000m, on a slow track, 5 len behind Akaka Falls with 62kg at $4. Previously second-up won by 0.5 len at Echuca Bm64 August 18 over 1000m on a heavy track defeating Big Day Out carrying 59kg at $3.80. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second-up. First-up after three months raced on the pace before fading to run last of 7 at Canberra Bm65 on February 3 over 1000m, on a slow track, 5 len behind Akaka Falls with 62kg at $4. Previously second-up won by 0.5 len at Echuca Bm64 August 18 over 1000m on a heavy track defeating Big Day Out carrying 59kg at $3.80. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Chasing a hat-trick. Resumes off a 34 day let-up. Last start won by 1.0 len at Warrnambool Bm64 January 25 over 1100m defeating It's Kind Of Magic with 57kg at $6.50. The race before that won by 2.25 len at Stawell Bm58 January 6 over 1100m defeating Adament carrying 58kg at $5. Should be right in the finish.
Chasing a hat-trick. Resumes off a 34 day let-up. Last start won by 1.0 len at Warrnambool Bm64 January 25 over 1100m defeating It's Kind Of Magic with 57kg at $6.50. The race before that won by 2.25 len at Stawell Bm58 January 6 over 1100m defeating Adament carrying 58kg at $5. Should be right in the finish.
Comes off a 48 day let-up. Most recently second last of 8 at Sandown-Hillside Bm64 on January 11 over 1100m, 2 len behind Joltin' Joe with 62kg at $5.50. The race before that 2nd of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on December 31 over 1200m, head behind River Noire carrying 62kg at $41. Not far away last time. In the mix again.
Comes off a 48 day let-up. Most recently second last of 8 at Sandown-Hillside Bm64 on January 11 over 1100m, 2 len behind Joltin' Joe with 62kg at $5.50. The race before that 2nd of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on December 31 over 1200m, head behind River Noire carrying 62kg at $41. Not far away last time. In the mix again.
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 10 over 955m, 2.5 len behind Sparring with 59kg at $26. The run before that sat on the pace when 3rd of 8 at Mornington Bm64 on January 22 over 1000m, 1.2 len behind Tax Free Prophet with 59kg at $41. Has the ability to take this out.
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 10 over 955m, 2.5 len behind Sparring with 59kg at $26. The run before that sat on the pace when 3rd of 8 at Mornington Bm64 on January 22 over 1000m, 1.2 len behind Tax Free Prophet with 59kg at $41. Has the ability to take this out.
Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of six-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign rider lost whip, third of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic Bm64 August 19 over 1400m, 0.6 len behind Vittoria Colonna carrying 62kg at $9. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.0 len (slowly away) Ballarat Synthetic Bm58 June 6 over 1100m defeating Magestic Diva with 63.5kg at $7.50. Expect he will go well.
Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of six-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign rider lost whip, third of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic Bm64 August 19 over 1400m, 0.6 len behind Vittoria Colonna carrying 62kg at $9. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.0 len (slowly away) Ballarat Synthetic Bm58 June 6 over 1100m defeating Magestic Diva with 63.5kg at $7.50. Expect he will go well.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming 5th of 12 at Sandown-Hillside 4Up Bm70 on January 7 over 1000m, 3 len behind No Way Ever carrying 57.5kg at $81. Second run from a spell 5th of 9 at Moonee Valley 4Yu Bm70 on January 28 over 1000m, 2 len behind Mamaragan carrying 57kg at $16. No surprise if he was in the finish.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming 5th of 12 at Sandown-Hillside 4Up Bm70 on January 7 over 1000m, 3 len behind No Way Ever carrying 57.5kg at $81. Second run from a spell 5th of 9 at Moonee Valley 4Yu Bm70 on January 28 over 1000m, 2 len behind Mamaragan carrying 57kg at $16. No surprise if he was in the finish.
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last preparation sixth of 11 at Flemington 3Y Bm70 December 17 over 1200m, 3 len behind She Dances with 58kg at $4. First up last campaign third of 12 at Pakenham 3Y Bm70 December 3 over 1000m, 1.4 len behind Red Card carrying 57.5kg at $8. Likely to play a major role.
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last preparation sixth of 11 at Flemington 3Y Bm70 December 17 over 1200m, 3 len behind She Dances with 58kg at $4. First up last campaign third of 12 at Pakenham 3Y Bm70 December 3 over 1000m, 1.4 len behind Red Card carrying 57.5kg at $8. Likely to play a major role.
At the latest run 4th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 10 over 955m, 1.75 len behind Sparring carrying 57kg at $41. Before that sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at Yarra Valley Bm58 on January 10 over 1000m, 5 len behind Beaukati carrying 59kg at $11. Has speed but unlikely to be there at the finish.
At the latest run 4th of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on February 10 over 955m, 1.75 len behind Sparring carrying 57kg at $41. Before that sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 12 at Yarra Valley Bm58 on January 10 over 1000m, 5 len behind Beaukati carrying 59kg at $11. Has speed but unlikely to be there at the finish.
Useful type. Last start sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 9 at Bordertown Bm62 on February 5 over 1000m, 3 len behind All Clubs with 59.5kg at $3.80. The start before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 7 at Hamilton Bm58 on January 17 over 1100m, 2 len behind True Nobility with 61.5kg at $16. No surprise if she was in the finish.
Useful type. Last start sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 9 at Bordertown Bm62 on February 5 over 1000m, 3 len behind All Clubs with 59.5kg at $3.80. The start before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 7 at Hamilton Bm58 on January 17 over 1100m, 2 len behind True Nobility with 61.5kg at $16. No surprise if she was in the finish.
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last campaign when last of 9 at Caulfield in the G3 Blue Sapphire October 12 over 1200m, in the wet, 10 len behind Grand Impact with 57kg at $61. Previous preparation first-up to post a big 4.5 len win. This track 3Y Mdn-Sw August 14 over 1100m in the wet defeating Makusha carrying 58kg at $2.10. Expected to run well.
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last campaign when last of 9 at Caulfield in the G3 Blue Sapphire October 12 over 1200m, in the wet, 10 len behind Grand Impact with 57kg at $61. Previous preparation first-up to post a big 4.5 len win. This track 3Y Mdn-Sw August 14 over 1100m in the wet defeating Makusha carrying 58kg at $2.10. Expected to run well.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign ninth of 11 at Sale Cl1 July 8 over 1213m, 5.5 len behind Lovie May carrying 58kg at $21. First up last campaign weakened near 300m, ran last of 9 at Caulfield 3Yf Hcp June 25 over 1200m, soft track, 17 len behind Chain Of Lightning with 52kg at $9. Not ready yet.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign ninth of 11 at Sale Cl1 July 8 over 1213m, 5.5 len behind Lovie May carrying 58kg at $21. First up last campaign weakened near 300m, ran last of 9 at Caulfield 3Yf Hcp June 25 over 1200m, soft track, 17 len behind Chain Of Lightning with 52kg at $9. Not ready yet.
Second run back. First-up after six months favourite, came from midfield and won by a head at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw February 7 over 1107m defeating All Sassed Up with 57kg at $2.10. Previously second-up 3rd of 7 (pre race incident, passed fit at barrier, held up in straight) at Ballarat Synthetic 2Yf Mdn-Sw on June 9 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Discerning carrying 57kg at $8.50. Sure to run well.
Second run back. First-up after six months favourite, came from midfield and won by a head at Kilmore 3Yf Mdn-Sw February 7 over 1107m defeating All Sassed Up with 57kg at $2.10. Previously second-up 3rd of 7 (pre race incident, passed fit at barrier, held up in straight) at Ballarat Synthetic 2Yf Mdn-Sw on June 9 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Discerning carrying 57kg at $8.50. Sure to run well.
Having second run back today. Last outing raced right near the speed and boxed on, won by 1.3 len at Moe 3Y Mdn-Sw February 8 over 1100m defeating Ninnita carrying 56kg at $13. At only start last preparation 5th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 30 over 1100m, 11 len behind Running By with 57kg at $7. Don't underestimate.
Having second run back today. Last outing raced right near the speed and boxed on, won by 1.3 len at Moe 3Y Mdn-Sw February 8 over 1100m defeating Ninnita carrying 56kg at $13. At only start last preparation 5th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 3Yf Mdn-Sw on August 30 over 1100m, 11 len behind Running By with 57kg at $7. Don't underestimate.
Second run back. First-up after two months crossed from a wide gate to lead but couldn't hold on when 4th of 14 at this track 0 - 58 on February 18 over 1100m, 3 len behind Darci's Debut with 54.5kg at $13. Previously second-up 5th of 11 at Albury Bm50 on December 3 over 900m, 5.5 len behind Cash Is Queen with 61kg at $9.50. Unlikely to threaten.
Second run back. First-up after two months crossed from a wide gate to lead but couldn't hold on when 4th of 14 at this track 0 - 58 on February 18 over 1100m, 3 len behind Darci's Debut with 54.5kg at $13. Previously second-up 5th of 11 at Albury Bm50 on December 3 over 900m, 5.5 len behind Cash Is Queen with 61kg at $9.50. Unlikely to threaten.
Second-up. First-up after five months 4th of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Smashing Eagle carrying 58.5kg at $41. Previously second-up 2nd of 7 at Wyong Mdn-Sw on July 19 over 1350m, on a slow track, 1.75 len behind Roma Avenue carrying 59kg at $21. Unlikely to threaten.
Second-up. First-up after five months 4th of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Smashing Eagle carrying 58.5kg at $41. Previously second-up 2nd of 7 at Wyong Mdn-Sw on July 19 over 1350m, on a slow track, 1.75 len behind Roma Avenue carrying 59kg at $21. Unlikely to threaten.
RIVER RIBBLE (7) resumes and wasn't far away in stronger company at his previous preparation. He has a handy gate and a top hoop is booked. In good hands and flies fresh. SQUAD (10) resumes and has been tried at Group level. He's been gelded and goes fresh. Draws to advantage and can come back further improved. Good enough. TRANQUILITE (13) resumed a comfortable Maiden winner for Godolphin and has come back a better galloper. Races forward and fitter she can get into the trifecta. KALASHANI LAD (3) is a veteran who won here this grade before the lip defeat at The Valley. He was only beaten 2L the latest at Sandown but has the outside gate today and will need luck.
Third-up today. First-up eased back early on 5th of 10 at Geelong Bm64 on January 29 over 1412m, slow going 7 len behind Attrition with 58.5kg at $41. Second run from a spell came from midfield and won by 1.75 len at Benalla 0 - 64 February 14 over 1606m defeating Dexa Bill with 58kg at $5.50. Nice draw and worth thought.
Third-up today. First-up eased back early on 5th of 10 at Geelong Bm64 on January 29 over 1412m, slow going 7 len behind Attrition with 58.5kg at $41. Second run from a spell came from midfield and won by 1.75 len at Benalla 0 - 64 February 14 over 1606m defeating Dexa Bill with 58kg at $5.50. Nice draw and worth thought.
Gelding back from a spell of four months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation fifth of 8 at Ararat Ararat Cup November 6 over 2000m, soft track, 5 len behind Hunboshi carrying 54kg at $10. When resuming last campaign second of 11 at Geelong Bm64 September 29 over 1765m, soft track, a nose behind Hesitate with 60.5kg at $61. Useful type who should go well.
Gelding back from a spell of four months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation fifth of 8 at Ararat Ararat Cup November 6 over 2000m, soft track, 5 len behind Hunboshi carrying 54kg at $10. When resuming last campaign second of 11 at Geelong Bm64 September 29 over 1765m, soft track, a nose behind Hesitate with 60.5kg at $61. Useful type who should go well.
Second run back. First-up after nine months favourite, came home strongly from last on the turn and won by a nose at Werribee Bm58 February 3 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Speed Bump with 60.5kg at $2.60. Previously second-up with blinkers first time, 5th of 15 at Warrnambool Bm64 on May 4 over 1700m, on heavy track, 3.5 len behind Mark Of The Man with 59kg at $9. Sure to run well.
Second run back. First-up after nine months favourite, came home strongly from last on the turn and won by a nose at Werribee Bm58 February 3 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Speed Bump with 60.5kg at $2.60. Previously second-up with blinkers first time, 5th of 15 at Warrnambool Bm64 on May 4 over 1700m, on heavy track, 3.5 len behind Mark Of The Man with 59kg at $9. Sure to run well.
Second run back. First-up after two months came from the tail of the field 2nd of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, head behind Heavenly Emperor carrying 59.5kg at $15. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at Morphettville Bm64 on October 22 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Rich Gina carrying 58kg at $21. Should progress from that first-up run.
Second run back. First-up after two months came from the tail of the field 2nd of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, head behind Heavenly Emperor carrying 59.5kg at $15. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at Morphettville Bm64 on October 22 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Rich Gina carrying 58kg at $21. Should progress from that first-up run.
Useful gelding. At the latest run with blinkers first time, 7th of 10 at Colac Bm64 on February 10 over 1600m, 10 len behind Toogoodfortoorak carrying 59.5kg at $7. Before that 2nd of 12 at Wangaratta 0 - 64 on January 19 over 1590m, 1.5 len behind Storm's Colours with 59.5kg at $2.50. Easily accounted for last time out but this suits.
Useful gelding. At the latest run with blinkers first time, 7th of 10 at Colac Bm64 on February 10 over 1600m, 10 len behind Toogoodfortoorak carrying 59.5kg at $7. Before that 2nd of 12 at Wangaratta 0 - 64 on January 19 over 1590m, 1.5 len behind Storm's Colours with 59.5kg at $2.50. Easily accounted for last time out but this suits.
Getting off the mark on debut, won by a nose at Colac Mdn-Sw February 10 over 1600m defeating One Thing Counts with 59kg at $12. Unlikely to be contesting the finish despite that strong debut.
Getting off the mark on debut, won by a nose at Colac Mdn-Sw February 10 over 1600m defeating One Thing Counts with 59kg at $12. Unlikely to be contesting the finish despite that strong debut.
Second-up. First-up after four months 6th of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Heavenly Emperor with 59kg at $6. Previously second-up 6th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on August 25 over 1600m, in the wet, 8 len behind Max Mercury carrying 59.5kg at $8.50. Improver who is an excellent winning chance.
Second-up. First-up after four months 6th of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Heavenly Emperor with 59kg at $6. Previously second-up 6th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on August 25 over 1600m, in the wet, 8 len behind Max Mercury carrying 59.5kg at $8.50. Improver who is an excellent winning chance.
Second run back. First-up after six months made some head-way from midfield, 3rd of 12 at this track Bm58 on February 12 over 1300m, 1.5 len behind Frost Yourself with 61.5kg at $6.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight and lame, 5th of 12 at Murray Bridge Cg&E 0-62 on August 20 over 1200m, slow going 4 len behind Maracourt carrying 57kg at $2.60. Improver with winning prospects.
Second run back. First-up after six months made some head-way from midfield, 3rd of 12 at this track Bm58 on February 12 over 1300m, 1.5 len behind Frost Yourself with 61.5kg at $6.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight and lame, 5th of 12 at Murray Bridge Cg&E 0-62 on August 20 over 1200m, slow going 4 len behind Maracourt carrying 57kg at $2.60. Improver with winning prospects.
Second run back. First-up after six months 9th of 12 at this track Bm58 on February 12 over 1300m, 5 len behind Frost Yourself with 62kg at $14. Previously second-up 9th of 12 at Donald Bm58 on August 16 over 1624m, slow going 11 len behind Reggae Roc with 59.5kg at $9. Needs to lift.
Second run back. First-up after six months 9th of 12 at this track Bm58 on February 12 over 1300m, 5 len behind Frost Yourself with 62kg at $14. Previously second-up 9th of 12 at Donald Bm58 on August 16 over 1624m, slow going 11 len behind Reggae Roc with 59.5kg at $9. Needs to lift.
At the latest run got back early 5th of 10 at Colac Bm64 on February 10 over 1600m, 5 len behind Toogoodfortoorak carrying 59kg at $51. Before that 8th of 10 at Camperdown Bm64 on January 21 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Striking Plains with 60kg at $15. Favour others today.
At the latest run got back early 5th of 10 at Colac Bm64 on February 10 over 1600m, 5 len behind Toogoodfortoorak carrying 59kg at $51. Before that 8th of 10 at Camperdown Bm64 on January 21 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Striking Plains with 60kg at $15. Favour others today.
Second run back. First-up after four months 9th of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, 3.5 len behind Heavenly Emperor with 58.5kg at $14. Previously second-up got back early 8th of 12 at Geelong Bm70 on October 19 over 1700m, 7 len behind French Emperor with 56kg at $21. Must improve significantly.
Second run back. First-up after four months 9th of 13 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1500m, 3.5 len behind Heavenly Emperor with 58.5kg at $14. Previously second-up got back early 8th of 12 at Geelong Bm70 on October 19 over 1700m, 7 len behind French Emperor with 56kg at $21. Must improve significantly.
Mare back from a spell of four-and-a-half months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last campaign second of 14 at Geelong Bm70 October 19 over 2400m, 1.75 len behind Captain Envious carrying 55kg at $5. First up last campaign fifth of 9 at Geelong Bm64 September 4 over 1500m, on rain affected going, 5 len behind Minyinga carrying 58kg at $4.50. May well prove too smart for these first-up.
Mare back from a spell of four-and-a-half months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last campaign second of 14 at Geelong Bm70 October 19 over 2400m, 1.75 len behind Captain Envious carrying 55kg at $5. First up last campaign fifth of 9 at Geelong Bm64 September 4 over 1500m, on rain affected going, 5 len behind Minyinga carrying 58kg at $4.50. May well prove too smart for these first-up.
Most recently 3rd of 14 at Benalla Bm58 on February 14 over 1406m, 2.25 len behind Antarctic Ocean with 60.5kg at $13. The race before that ran last of 14 at Warrnambool Bm64 on December 31 over 1700m, 17 len behind Prospectus carrying 58.5kg at $41. Will struggle to compete against the top handful.
Most recently 3rd of 14 at Benalla Bm58 on February 14 over 1406m, 2.25 len behind Antarctic Ocean with 60.5kg at $13. The race before that ran last of 14 at Warrnambool Bm64 on December 31 over 1700m, 17 len behind Prospectus carrying 58.5kg at $41. Will struggle to compete against the top handful.
ARTERO (1) turned the form around winning easily this grade and trip. In a top barn and John Allen stays with him. Third-up and can go on with it. INTREPID EAGLE (8) was only beaten 1.5L here on resumption and has come on. Fitter now and he gets weight relief at this level. Races forward and should get every chance. JAMES THE GREAT (4) missed a lip here on resumption this distance range. It was a tough effort and he can build on that. HARD QUESTIONS (3) won the 58 first-up as expected on a heavy track. The mile suits and a drier surface shouldn't bother. Fitter he can't be ruled out
Second run back. First-up after five months came from last and 9th of 12 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 15 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Shove Over carrying 58.5kg at $51. Previously second-up raced three wide and tactics queried, 2nd of 7 at Warrnambool 3Yo+ (Bm64) on December 9 2021 over 1400m, 1.5 len behind Glassey Miss carrying 59.5kg at $6. Solid top-three hope.
Second run back. First-up after five months came from last and 9th of 12 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 15 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Shove Over carrying 58.5kg at $51. Previously second-up raced three wide and tactics queried, 2nd of 7 at Warrnambool 3Yo+ (Bm64) on December 9 2021 over 1400m, 1.5 len behind Glassey Miss carrying 59.5kg at $6. Solid top-three hope.
Second run back. First-up after three months second last of 12 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 15 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Shove Over carrying 61kg at $26. Previously second-up 9th of 14 at Geelong Bm78 on October 19 over 1500m, 5 len behind Maximus Prime carrying 58.5kg at $12. Worth consideration.
Second run back. First-up after three months second last of 12 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 15 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Shove Over carrying 61kg at $26. Previously second-up 9th of 14 at Geelong Bm78 on October 19 over 1500m, 5 len behind Maximus Prime carrying 58.5kg at $12. Worth consideration.
Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 10 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on January 7 over 1300m, 4.5 len behind Netanyahu with 62kg at $21. Second run from a spell 7th of 10 at Warrnambool Bm64 on January 25 over 1300m, 7 len behind Gunna Gunna with 64.5kg at $10. Should be right in the finish.
Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 10 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on January 7 over 1300m, 4.5 len behind Netanyahu with 62kg at $21. Second run from a spell 7th of 10 at Warrnambool Bm64 on January 25 over 1300m, 7 len behind Gunna Gunna with 64.5kg at $10. Should be right in the finish.
Last start eased back early on 6th of 8 at Colac Bm70 on February 10 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Fly On Bye carrying 60.5kg at $15. Before that eased back early on 8th of 12 at Flemington Nmw on January 20 over 1200m, 7 len behind Anilla with 59.5kg at $41. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Last start eased back early on 6th of 8 at Colac Bm70 on February 10 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Fly On Bye carrying 60.5kg at $15. Before that eased back early on 8th of 12 at Flemington Nmw on January 20 over 1200m, 7 len behind Anilla with 59.5kg at $41. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Most recently 5th of 11 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 4 over 1400m, slow going 1.75 len behind British Columbia with 59.5kg at $41. Before that won by 0.5 len at Cranbourne Bm64 January 13 over 1300m defeating Squami with 60.5kg at $5.50. Can build on that encouraging effort last start.
Most recently 5th of 11 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on February 4 over 1400m, slow going 1.75 len behind British Columbia with 59.5kg at $41. Before that won by 0.5 len at Cranbourne Bm64 January 13 over 1300m defeating Squami with 60.5kg at $5.50. Can build on that encouraging effort last start.
Useful type. At the latest run failed to make an impression, 7th of 9 at Wagga Rodparsons Bm85 on February 9 over 1400m, on a slow track, 7 len behind Banger carrying 60.5kg at $4. The start before that 4th of 9 at Wagga Ted Ryder Bm87 on December 23 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Another One carrying 59.5kg at $11. Among the winning hopes on best form.
Useful type. At the latest run failed to make an impression, 7th of 9 at Wagga Rodparsons Bm85 on February 9 over 1400m, on a slow track, 7 len behind Banger carrying 60.5kg at $4. The start before that 4th of 9 at Wagga Ted Ryder Bm87 on December 23 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Another One carrying 59.5kg at $11. Among the winning hopes on best form.
Second run back. First-up after a year ran last of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 1200m, 13 len behind Red Hot Nicc carrying 59.5kg at $81. Previously second-up overraced near 800m and got its head up, 6th of 9 at Pakenham 3Yo+ (Bm70) on November 11 2021 over 1200m, on a slow track, 2 len behind Address Melbourne carrying 58kg at $13. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after a year ran last of 11 at Moonee Valley Bm70 on February 10 over 1200m, 13 len behind Red Hot Nicc carrying 59.5kg at $81. Previously second-up overraced near 800m and got its head up, 6th of 9 at Pakenham 3Yo+ (Bm70) on November 11 2021 over 1200m, on a slow track, 2 len behind Address Melbourne carrying 58kg at $13. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Useful gelding. Most recently favourite, won by 1.3 len at Benalla Bm58 February 14 over 1406m defeating Serenaur with 62.5kg at $4. Before that set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 10 at Camperdown Bm64 on January 21 over 1400m, 1.0 len behind Striking Plains with 56.5kg at $3. Big chance again.
Useful gelding. Most recently favourite, won by 1.3 len at Benalla Bm58 February 14 over 1406m defeating Serenaur with 62.5kg at $4. Before that set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 10 at Camperdown Bm64 on January 21 over 1400m, 1.0 len behind Striking Plains with 56.5kg at $3. Big chance again.
At the latest run 5th of 9 at Ballarat Bm64 on February 19 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Naboo Star carrying 57.5kg at $4. The race before that 7th of 9 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on December 26 over 1800m, 5 len behind St Lawrence with 58.5kg at $6.50. Another bold run is expected.
At the latest run 5th of 9 at Ballarat Bm64 on February 19 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Naboo Star carrying 57.5kg at $4. The race before that 7th of 9 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on December 26 over 1800m, 5 len behind St Lawrence with 58.5kg at $6.50. Another bold run is expected.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up ran on strongly from last on the turn and won by a nose at Geelong 0 - 64 January 29 over 1212m on a rain affected track defeating Princeofcambridge carrying 58.5kg at $15. Second-up second last of 11 at Pakenham Bm64 on February 16 over 1400m, 9 len behind Seafield Road carrying 60.5kg at $10. Be tough to make an impression in this line-up.
Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up ran on strongly from last on the turn and won by a nose at Geelong 0 - 64 January 29 over 1212m on a rain affected track defeating Princeofcambridge carrying 58.5kg at $15. Second-up second last of 11 at Pakenham Bm64 on February 16 over 1400m, 9 len behind Seafield Road carrying 60.5kg at $10. Be tough to make an impression in this line-up.
Second run back. First-up after three months with blinkers first time, second last of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 8 len behind Smashing Eagle carrying 58kg at $19. Previously second-up second last of 9 at Donald Bm70 on November 13 over 1350m, on heavy track, 3.5 len behind Van Roy carrying 57kg at $4.50. Worth consideration.
Second run back. First-up after three months with blinkers first time, second last of 14 at this track Bm64 on February 12 over 1100m, 8 len behind Smashing Eagle carrying 58kg at $19. Previously second-up second last of 9 at Donald Bm70 on November 13 over 1350m, on heavy track, 3.5 len behind Van Roy carrying 57kg at $4.50. Worth consideration.
Competitive. GALACTIC FURY (5) is in the leading barn and followed the 64 win with a close-up effort at Sandown at this level. He's still on an upward spiral and can bounce back. ANTARCTIC OCEAN (8) is a leader who always puts in. He won the 58 as expected at Benalla and has plenty of weight relief at this level. Rates well and is a chance to go on. AUSTRATA (9) peaks and hasn't had the best of it his last two. A senior hoop goes on for the 4kg apprentice and the blinkers are applied again. In the mix. PEIDRA (3) is third up and should be ready to test his best. John Allen is a positive jockey switch.
