Naracoorte 08 May 2022

Four-year-old gelding by Free Eagle out of Rebel Rebel having his first start. Not seen publicly in trials. Worth keeping very safe.

Most recently raced wide without cover; crossed from a wide gate to settle just off the pace but gave ground when 5th of 13 at Gawler 2yo+ Mdn Plate on April 25 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Vino Decasa Nostra carrying 57kg at $9. The race before that held ground to the line 2nd of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, slow going 3.5 len behind Light's Vision with 57kg at $2.40. Thereabouts last time and rates highly.

Second-up. Comes off a 57-day let-up. First-up after 11 months pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 6th of 9 at Edenhope 3yo+ Mdn on March 12 over 1200m, slow going 9 len behind Romanesco Fresco carrying 59.5kg at $101. Previously second-up lame; 8th of 12 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on April 14 2021 over 1100m, 6 len behind Jaywick with 58kg at $9. Unlikely to threaten.

Most recently slowly away; 2nd of 14 at Oakbank 3yo+ Mdn on April 18 over 1400m, slow going 1.5 len behind Eight Rubies with 58kg at $26. Before that slowly away; 7th of 11 at Strathalbyn 3yo+ E&G Mdn on March 23 over 1200m, slow going 4 len behind Sixfootone carrying 58kg at $101. Working up to a win. Worth following.

Most recently made ground from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Prince Jofra carrying 58kg at $21. The start before that 9th of 14 at Mt Gambier 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 1 over 1800m, 12 len behind The Big Kahuna with 56kg at $31. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.

Most recently sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 8 at Port Lincoln 2yo Mdn on April 13 over 1250m, 1.0 len behind Proud Mary carrying 53kg at $4.50. Before that shifted out early stages; 8th of 14 at Oakbank 3yo+ Mdn on March 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Princess Raffles with 58kg at $67. Hard to beat if he brings his A-game.

Last start struck interference near 200m; 3rd of 10 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on April 27 over 1562m, 6 len behind Five Foot Eight with 56kg at $51. The race before that 10th of 14 at Oakbank 3yo+ Mdn on April 18 over 1400m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Eight Rubies with 56kg at $101. Not going well enough to win this.

Resumes off a 39 day let-up. Last start second last of 8 at Canberra 3yo+ Plate (C1) on March 30 over 2000m, 11 len behind Chance Reward carrying 55kg at $41. The race before that slowly away; 9th of 11 at Goulburn Plate (C1) on March 18 over 2100m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Bastida carrying 55kg at $101. Will be tested.

Last start slowly away; 4th of 9 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on April 27 over 912m, 2.75 len behind Tequila Storm carrying 58kg at $8.50. The race before that raced on the speed throughout before fading 7th of 10 at Gawler 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 10 over 1100m, 3 len behind Il Don Cavallo carrying 58kg at $4. Sure to improve again. Top chance.

Third-up today. First-up lame; 9th of 11 at Mt Gambier 3yo+ Mdn on April 1 over 900m, 6 len behind Keettom with 55kg at $8.50. Last start eased back early on 5th of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1100m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Recreant with 58kg at $12. Racing well. Top prospects.

Resumes from a spell. Finished off last campaign seventh of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn January 23 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Hibbity Dibbity carrying 58kg at $31. On debut seventh of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn January 13 over 1100m, 6 len behind Magicourt carrying 58kg at $7. Will need this run.

Third-up today. Freshened for 51 days. First-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 9 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; struck interference at start) at Edenhope 3yo+ Mdn on March 12 over 1200m, slow going 5.5 len behind Romanesco Fresco with 57.5kg at $61. Last start slowly away and hung out during race; ran last of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on March 18 over 1100m, 13 len behind Big Sue with 56kg at $101. 1.5kg claim will not be enough.

Second-up. First-up after three months 6th of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, slow going 5.5 len behind Light's Vision carrying 57kg at $13. Previously second-up ran last of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn on January 23 over 1100m, 13 len behind Hibbity Dibbity carrying 56.5kg at $61. Fitter and a winning hope.

Three-year-old gelding (America - Becoming Roman) will no doubt benefit from the two trials leading in today's debut. Last trial sixth over 900m in a Mt Gambier trial on April 27. Hard to have in this line up.

Gelding by Anacheeva facing the starter for the first time. Finished fifth in a Strathalbyn trial over 1000m on April 21. Happy to overlook.

Resuming. Finished off last preparation reluctant to proceed to barriers and overraced early, middle stages; eighth of 10 at Penola 3yo+ Mdn November 7 over 1100m, 5 len behind Disco Tilmorn with 56kg at $11. On debut fifth of 7 (raced greenly; wide throughout; hampered near 300m) at this track 3yo+ Mdn September 26 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Justakidd carrying 56kg at $4. Among the leading players.

Seven-year-old mare (Lucas Cranach - Sandhill Belle) has trialled on two occasions leading into today's race. Last trial fifth over 900m in a Mt Gambier trial on April 27. Hard to have in this line up.

First-up. Finished off last preparation when start (6l); ran last of 10 at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M Mdn December 10 over 1300m, 53 len behind Cherrypick carrying 58kg at $101. Previously first up; struck interference at start; fifth of 8 at Pakenham Synthetic 3yo+ Mdn August 3 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Stelvio carrying 57.5kg at $17. Others rate better.

Second-up. First-up after 10 months held up near 400m; 3rd of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1100m, slow going 2.5 len behind Recreant with 55kg at $5. Previously second-up held up near 400m; 6th of 10 at Murray Bridge 2yo Swp on July 3 over 1200m, slow going 9 len behind Belle Of Yorkes with 54kg at $151. Leading chance with plenty of upside.

At the latest run slowly away; second last of 10 at Warracknabeal 2yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1000m, 7 len behind Mayatrix carrying 57.5kg at $41. The start before that 8th of 12 at Swan Hill 3yo+ Mdn on March 20 over 975m, 5 len behind Esashi with 57.5kg at $26. This looks too tough.

Second-up today. Last start second last of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 13 len behind Light's Vision with 58kg at $101. At only start last preparation struck interference at start and lost a plate; ran last of 12 at Hamilton 3yo Mdn on May 13 over 1200m, on a wet track; 16 len behind Tonnarella carrying 56kg at $101. Fitter but must improve sharply.

Second-up. Comes off a 36-day let-up. First-up after six months ran last of 14 at Bendigo (Bm84) on April 2 over 1100m, 7 len behind Colsridge with 54kg at $26. Previously second-up slowly away and inconvenienced near 250m; came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 9 at Swan Hill (Bm78) on June 11 over 1200m, head behind Air Defence with 54kg at $7. Among the leading chances.

Second run back. First-up after seven months slowly away; ran last of 9 at Mt Gambier (Bm64) on April 27 over 912m, 7 len behind Hello Ladies with 57kg at $21. Previously second-up 7th of 14 (fractious in barriers; began awkwardly; commenced slowly (4l)) at this track (Bm58) on April 14 2021 over 1200m, 4 len behind Thanasi carrying 59.5kg at $26. Unlikely to threaten.

At the latest run began awkwardly; second last of 9 at Penola (Bm68) on April 17 over 1300m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Rialtor carrying 59kg at $13. The start before that 4th of 12 at Mt Gambier Open Hcp on April 1 over 1200m, 4 len behind Spin The Reward with 54kg at $31. Will be tested.

Resumes. Finished off last campaign by 0.8 len Devonport Synthetic (Bm66) December 6 2019 over 1350m defeating Aspirate with 59kg at $4.50. When resuming last campaign hung in in straight; second of 10 at Devonport Synthetic (Bm66) November 24 2019 over 1350m, 1.75 len behind Tessie with 59kg at $4. Sure to be thereabouts.

At the latest run came from last and 6th of 9 at Gawler (Bm68) on April 25 over 1100m, 2.25 len behind Saskatoon carrying 55.5kg at $17. The run before that crowded at start; 4th of 9 at Port Lincoln (Bm68) on April 13 over 1000m, 1.0 len behind Wotuwant with 58kg at $6.50. Will be hard to hold out.

Useful gelding. At the latest run 4th of 10 at Oakbank (Bm60) on April 18 over 1050m, slow going 2.5 len behind Aray Of Sunshine with 59kg at $17. The start before that disappointed for a run near 200m; 3rd of 11 at Balaklava (Bm58) on April 6 over 1050m, slow going 0.5 len behind Maid In Milan with 60kg at $10. Cannot be ruled out.

Most recently ran on from midfield and won by 0.8 len at Gawler Hcp (C1) April 25 over 1100m defeating Jean Valjean with 56kg at $6.50. The start before that keen; 8th of 13 at Gawler Hcp (C2) on April 10 over 1500m, 7 len behind Rebel Lee with 55kg at $5.50. This is going to test her.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation seventh of 11 (inconvenienced at start; overraced middle stages; eased near 1000m) at Strathalbyn (Bm58) November 28 over 1350m, 6 len behind Run And Tell carrying 58.5kg at $21. Previous preparation first-up won by a long-neck Murray Bridge F&M (Bm68) August 7 over 1200m slow track defeating Nakheel carrying 54kg at $101. Hard to recommend.

At the latest run 2nd in a small field at Mt Gambier (Bm72) on April 27 over 2062m, 8 len behind Clever Man carrying 57kg at $4.20. Before that raced wide without cover; 6th of 10 at Terang Terang Cup on April 10 over 2150m, 6 len behind Angel Rock with 54kg at $41. Another bold run is expected.

Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming ran last of 11 at Bordertown (Bm68) on March 6 over 1300m, 10 len behind Capricorn Ridge with 59kg at $21. Second-up held up on straightening; 7th of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm64) on April 27 over 1412m, 7 len behind Lacrima carrying 59.5kg at $31. Impossible to entertain.

Form hard to fault. Most recently pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 3rd of 10 at Oakbank (Rs0ly-Bm72) on April 16 over 1900m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Blue Bear carrying 58kg at $5. The start before that 4th of 7 at Gawler (Bm66) on April 10 over 2100m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Toyetic with 59.5kg at $4. Genuine hope on latest effort.

Last start wide throughout; 4th of 10 at Oakbank (Rs0ly-Bm72) on April 16 over 1900m, slow going 4 len behind Blue Bear carrying 54kg at $5.50. The start before that 6th of 13 at Mt Gambier Mt Gambier Cup on April 1 over 2050m, 3 len behind Clever Man carrying 54kg at $201. Should go well in this line up.

Recent form sound. At the latest run began awkwardly and raced wide without cover; 3rd of 8 at Mildura 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 26 over 2000m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Redjina with 56.5kg at $4. Before that won by a nose at Gawler 3yo+ (C1) April 10 over 2100m defeating So Bene carrying 57kg at $9. Watch for a big final furlong.

Resumes from a spell. Finished off last preparation slowly away; second last of 9 at Bordertown 3yo+ Mdn March 6 over 1550m, soft track; 10 len behind Ned And Power carrying 58kg at $26. On debut wide during race; with blinkers first time; tenth of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn February 6 over 1430m, 12 len behind Yellow Idol carrying 58kg at $13. Happy to work around.

Useful type. Comes here off a 37-day let-up. At the latest run 2nd of 9 at Mt Gambier Open Hcp on April 1 over 1550m, 0.5 len behind Prospectus carrying 54kg at $21. The start before that eased back early on 5th of 8 at Penola (Bm68) on March 18 over 1300m, 0.7 len behind Olatunji with 59kg at $10. Likely to be attacking the line strongly.

Second-up. First-up after five months second last of 11 at Morphettville (Bm78) on April 23 over 1200m, 7 len behind Another Award with 55kg at $31. Previously second-up eased early stages; 11th of 15 at Gawler Gawler Cup on October 22 over 1500m, 5.5 len behind Sign Of Ussuri carrying 54kg at $21. Unlikely to threaten.

Resumes off a 51 day let-up. Last start raced on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 12 at Penola (Bm68) on March 18 over 1700m, 5.5 len behind Enbarr with 57kg at $9. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by a nose at Bordertown (Bm58) March 6 over 1550m in soft going defeating Air Time carrying 61.5kg at $5. Watch for sharp improvement.

Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up 9th of 12 at Mt Gambier Open Hcp on April 1 over 1200m, 7 len behind Spin The Reward with 54kg at $3.80. Second run from a spell struck interference at start and failed to handle going; 5th of 9 at Penola (Bm68) on April 17 over 1300m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Rialtor carrying 58.5kg at $4.20. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.

Most recently 7th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm62) on April 20 over 1200m, slow going 2.5 len behind Trumpsta carrying 60kg at $41. Before that rider lost iron; second last of 11 at Murray Bridge (Bm62) on March 27 over 1200m, 9 len behind Mr Metrics with 61kg at $31. Hard to enthuse.

Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign second last of 8 at Morphettville (Bm68) December 11 over 2008m, 11 len behind Call Me Shamus carrying 57.5kg at $31. When resuming last campaign fifth of 12 at this track 2yo+ Mdn April 14 2021 over 1100m, 4 len behind Jaywick carrying 58kg at $5. Others are preferred.

At the latest run slowly away; second last of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm64) on April 27 over 1412m, 10 len behind Lacrima with 58kg at $21. The run before that slowly away; 6th of 9 at Warracknabeal (Bm64) on April 16 over 1200m, 8 len behind Queen Zyrah carrying 59kg at $31. Hard to have on recent efforts.

Second run back. First-up after five months 9th of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm64) on April 27 over 1412m, 9 len behind Lacrima carrying 57kg at $31. Previously second-up led but faded 3rd of 8 at Penola (Bm70) on October 10 over 1600m, 1.1 len behind Black Syrah with 54.5kg at $4.50. Unlikely to threaten.

First-up. Finished off last campaign sixth of 10 at Bordertown (Bm64) March 6 over 1100m, soft track; 3 len behind Turf Tapper with 55.5kg at $15. Previous preparation first-up won by 0.5 len Penola (Bm62) November 7 over 1100m defeating Justa Jillaroo with 52.5kg at $41. Prefer others.

Second-up. First-up after two months won by 0.8 len at Mt Gambier (Bm58) April 27 over 1212m defeating Anrushka carrying 56.5kg at $17. Previously second-up 5th of 9 at Devonport Synthetic Hcp (C1) on December 3 over 1350m, 3.5 len behind The Beekeeper with 55.5kg at $7.50. Strong winning chance.

Comes off a 29 day let-up. At the latest run blundered near 800m and keen; second last of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 9 over 1000m, on a slow track; 12 len behind A Lone Hero with 59.5kg at $41. The start before that ran last of 11 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; began awkwardly) at Bairnsdale 3yo+ Hcp (58) on March 27 over 1000m, 15 len behind Solitary Tramp carrying 59.5kg at $67. Will need to lift.

At the latest run 3rd of 15 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on May 4 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Venusian with 58kg at $81. Before that second last of 11 at Strathalbyn Hcp (58) on April 20 over 1350m, on a slow track; 12 len behind Conconi with 57kg at $61. Made headway last time. Top chance.

At the latest run 5th of 13 at Gawler (Bm54) on April 25 over 1200m, 2 len behind Shopster with 56.5kg at $41. The run before that won by 1.75 len at Port Lincoln (Bm54) April 13 over 1350m defeating Wife Free Zone carrying 54.5kg at $6. Low draw but others have better credentials.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation eased near 300m; seventh of 11 at Morphettville Parks Hcp (C2) October 23 over 1300m, 1.5 len behind Star Of Chaos carrying 54kg at $101. First up last campaign hung in in straight and shifted out concluding stages; fifth of 11 at Balaklava 2yo+ Mdn April 28 2021 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Morialta carrying 56kg at $101. Others have firmer winning claims.

Resuming after a six months break. Finished off last campaign slowly away; fourth of 11 at Morphettville Parks (Bm68) November 13 over 1250m, 3 len behind Our Deep Agenda with 54kg at $201. First up last campaign fourth of 12 (began awkwardly; bumped rival; held up several times) at Port Lincoln (Bm54) October 3 over 1210m, 2.25 len behind Miss Catastrophi carrying 54kg at $6.50. Can return with a bold run.

Second-up. Comes off a 37-day let-up. First-up after two months second last of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm58) on April 1 over 1200m, 9 len behind Chill With Teejay carrying 55kg at $101. Previously second-up won by 1.75 len at Hanging Rock 3yo+ (Bm58) January 1 over 1000m defeating Furty Free carrying 56kg at $12. Needs to lift.

At the latest run ran last of 13 at Gawler (Bm54) on April 25 over 1200m, 10 len behind Shopster carrying 55kg at $101. The race before that came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 12 at Port Lincoln (Bm54) on April 13 over 1350m, 1.75 len behind Angel's Wish with 54.5kg at $61. Well held last time and facing tough task today.

At the latest run second last of 12 (began awkwardly; crowded on straightening; poor recovery) at Morphettville (Bm60) on April 23 over 1600m, 16 len behind Big Sue carrying 54kg at $21. The race before that hampered near 200m; 8th of 10 at Oakbank 3yo+ (Bm60) on April 16 over 1400m, slow going 4.5 len behind Frankel Star carrying 54kg at $41. Has a nice gate but this will test.

Second-up. First-up after three months carried wide near 500m; 3rd of 9 at Penola Hcp (54) on April 17 over 1100m, 2.25 len behind Bunumburt carrying 55kg at $6. Previously second-up ran on strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 10 at Penola (Bm54) on December 3 over 1100m, head behind Turf Tapper carrying 56.5kg at $6.50. Improver with winning prospects.

Resuming. Finished off last preparation when wide without cover; ran last of 10 at Donald (Bm64) May 8 over 1350m, 12 len behind Shock Alert carrying 54kg at $101. Previously first up; fourth of 9 at Hamilton 3yo+ Hcp (58) April 11 2021 over 1400m, soft track; 2 len behind Noble Rocks with 54kg at $31. Win would surprise.

Last start ran last of 15 at Murray Bridge (Bm54) on May 4 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Venusian with 54kg at $101. Before that 6th of 10 at Oakbank (Bm54) on April 18 over 1400m, on a slow track; 12 len behind Harbouring carrying 54kg at $41. Draw no help to chances.

Form hard to fault. At the latest run began awkwardly; 2nd of 10 at Oakbank (Bm54) on April 18 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Harbouring with 59kg at $4.50. The race before that held up in straight; 4th of 10 at Oakbank 3yo+ (Bm60) on April 16 over 1400m, slow going 2.5 len behind Frankel Star carrying 56kg at $21. Further improvement is anticipated.

At the latest run 5th of 11 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) on April 20 over 1600m, slow going 4 len behind Malinong Club with 59.5kg at $51. The run before that raced on the pace before fading 10th of 13 at Balaklava (Bm54) on April 6 over 1600m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Fox D'or carrying 58.5kg at $26. Looks outclassed.

Comes here off a 29-day let-up. Last start raced wide without cover; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 9 over 1400m, slow going 3.5 len behind Stylish Enuff carrying 57kg at $31. The run before that 4th of 12 at Mt Gambier (Bm54) on April 1 over 1400m, 1.1 len behind Our Ellie Rose carrying 59kg at $26. Will be tested.

Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Last start 4th of 13 at Balaklava (Bm54) on April 6 over 1600m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Fox D'or with 59kg at $7. The start before that 5th of 12 at Penola (Bm68) on March 18 over 1700m, 4.5 len behind Enbarr with 51kg at $13. Has been racing well. Top prospects.

Last start keen; rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 9 at Penola (Bm58) on April 17 over 1600m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Ammo Amor with 53.5kg at $9. The run before that keen; couldn't go on with it; 5th of 7 at Hamilton Hcp (58) on April 3 over 1400m, slow going 8 len behind Feargal with 58kg at $11. Making headway. Rates highly and is expected to measure up.

Returns from the paddock today. Finished off last preparation seventh of 9 at Strathalbyn (Bm54) February 16 over 1600m, soft track; 10 len behind Prince Of Fences carrying 59kg at $13. Previous preparation first-up won by a nose (held up several times) Bordertown (Bm54) December 12 over 1300m defeating Our Ellie Rose with 55.5kg at $6.50. Bold performance expected first-up.

Last start laid out in straight; sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 11 at Penola (Bm54) on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Loose Lip Lloyd carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. The run before that laid out in straight; 5th of 9 at Gawler (Bm54) on April 10 over 1200m, 2.25 len behind Disco Tilmorn carrying 58kg at $21. Further improvement is anticipated.

At the latest run raced three wide; 6th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 30 over 1400m, slow going 4.5 len behind Thanasi with 56kg at $9. The race before that ran last of 12 at Mt Gambier (Bm54) on April 1 over 1400m, 7 len behind Our Ellie Rose with 58.5kg at $8.50. Improvement required to threaten in this field.

Last start 8th of 10 at Mt Gambier (Bm54) on April 27 over 1562m, 9 len behind Ali Orphan carrying 57.5kg at $15. Before that held up concluding stages and not fully tested; 9th of 12 at Mt Gambier (Bm54) on April 1 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Our Ellie Rose carrying 58kg at $11. Wide draw makes it tough.

Resumes off a 37 day let-up. Last start 7th of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm58) on April 1 over 1550m, 5 len behind Eagles Forever carrying 55kg at $21. The race before that 5th of 10 at Penola (Bm58) on March 18 over 1400m, 5 len behind Crown Harmonium with 55kg at $41. Well held last time and facing tough task today.

Last start 5th of 9 at Penola (Bm58) on April 17 over 1600m, slow going 7 len behind Ammo Amor with 55kg at $17. The race before that 9th of 11 at Mt Gambier (Bm58) on April 1 over 1550m, 6 len behind Eagles Forever carrying 56kg at $17. Hard to make a case on recent form.

At the latest run 6th of 11 at Penola (Bm54) on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Loose Lip Lloyd with 56kg at $21. The run before that 4th of 9 at Ararat 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 2 over 1600m, 8 len behind Socialite Miss carrying 54.5kg at $13. Needs plenty of luck to trouble the top few.