Pakenham 04 December 2021

Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up second last of 13 at Sale (Bm70) on October 24 over 1400m, 10 len behind Bermadez carrying 61kg at $21. Second-up won by a head at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm64) November 17 over 1600m in soft going defeating Toorak Playboy carrying 60.5kg at $10. Will be doing best work late.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 2nd of 11 at Bendigo (Bm70) on October 27 over 1300m, 1.3 len behind Maybe The Best with 61kg at $16. Last start 4th of 9 at Cranbourne (Bm70) on November 13 over 1300m, on heavy track; 8 len behind Cambourne carrying 61kg at $6.50. Swooper to watch for late in the piece.

At the latest run raced right near the speed and boxed scored a big 5 len win at Cranbourne Shoot Star-C3 November 13 over 1500m in the wet defeating Mister Me carrying 58.5kg at $5. The start before that raced three wide; 5th of 13 at Sale (Bm70) on October 24 over 1400m, 5 len behind Bermadez carrying 58.5kg at $10. Big win last time. Onto better ground now but must respect.

Resumes after three-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign second last of 7 at Caulfield Open Hcp August 28 over 2400m, 2 len behind Tooradin carrying 52.5kg at $13. Previously first up; slowly away and held up on straightening; sixth of 13 at Caulfield (Bm78) April 3 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Blinder with 54.5kg at $31. Others make more appeal.

At the latest run 12th of 16 at Ballarat (Bm78) on November 20 over 1600m, 13 len behind Typhoon Harmony carrying 54kg at $21. The run before that 7th of 16 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ (Bm84) on September 25 over 1800m, 7 len behind Thought Of That with 54kg at $21. Needs to find lengths in the blinkers now.

Second run back. First-up after 10 months rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 7 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; poor recovery) at Geelong (Bm78) on November 6 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Turbeau with 54.5kg at $2.50. Previously second-up won by 0.8 len at Moonee Valley 3yo+ Hcp (C1) December 18 over 1523m defeating It's True carrying 57.5kg at $1.80. Fitter and a winning hope.

Second-up. First-up after four months wide throughout; 3rd of 7 at Donald (Bm70) on November 14 over 1350m, 1.5 len behind Arriva Diva with 59.5kg at $10. Previously second-up 5th of 7 at Echuca (Bm64) on June 26 over 1400m, in the wet; 11 len behind Ghost Doctor with 58.5kg at $4.50. Good return and fitter. Strong chance.

Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 9 at Ballarat Gold Nugget September 19 over 1600m, 2.75 len behind Wicklow Town carrying 54kg at $13. When resuming last campaign with blinkers first time; second of 10 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ F&M (Bm70) March 31 over 1600m, a head behind Zousonic with 57kg at $9. May need the hitout but she has some talent and she is respected.

Useful mare. At the latest run won by 7 len at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm64) November 26 over 1200m defeating Filip's Star with 57kg at $4.50. The race before that 3rd in a small field at Kyneton 3yo+ F&M (Bm70) on November 3 over 1206m, in the wet; 1.4 len behind Astronomicelle with 58kg at $5. Hard to beat again.

Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming favourite; came from midfield and won by 1.0 len at Mornington (Bm64) October 31 over 1200m defeating Chartres with 57kg at $5. Second-up favourite; won by 1.3 len at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ F&M (Bm64) November 17 over 1400m on a soft track defeating Stay Gold with 61kg at $5. Hard to fault and shapes as a strong chance again.

Useful mare. Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Last start 5th of 8 at Flemington in the LR Cup Day Plate on November 2 over 1800m, 4 len behind Milton Park with 54kg at $4.80. The race before that came from midfield and won by 3.5 len at Ballarat 3yo+ F&M (Bm64) October 21 over 1600m defeating Till It's Over carrying 61kg at $2.30. Will be charging home late. Rates well off latest couple.

Most recently held ground to the line 2nd of 8 at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M Swp on November 13 over 1400m, on heavy track; 0.8 len behind Paul's Regret with 56kg at $7. Before that won by 1.3 len at Bendigo (Bm70) October 27 over 1300m defeating High 'N' Dry with 55kg at $2.40. Racing really well and this is suitable. Leading chance again.

At the latest run slowly away; came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 7 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ F&M (Bm70) on November 19 over 1600m, 1.5 len behind La Spezia carrying 57kg at $9. Before that second last of 8 at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M Swp on November 13 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Paul's Regret carrying 57kg at $26. Good job last start and has top-three aspirations.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 5th of 12 at Sale (Bm70) on October 24 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Fiery Red carrying 56kg at $10. Last start 5th of 10 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm64) on November 17 over 1300m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Thorondor carrying 59kg at $16. Not far away last time but others make more appeal than her here.

Resumes after 18 months. Finished off last campaign fifth of 9 at Moonee Valley Open Hcp June 13 2020 over 1200m, soft track; 2 len behind Ashlor carrying 56kg at $51. Previously first up; eighth of 10 at Flemington Open Hcp May 16 2020 over 1000m, 6 len behind Prezado with 54.5kg at $10. Long break and a new yard. Looking to others for the winner.

Resuming after eight months. Finished off last campaign began awkwardly and vetted - no abnormalities; second last of 12 at Caulfield Vgold Sprint April 17 over 1200m, 6 len behind Laverrod with 57kg at $17. Previously first up; slowly away; sixth of 9 at Caulfield Open Hcp April 3 over 1000m, 3 len behind Sword Of Mercy with 54kg at $21. Has the ability but want to see how she has come back.

Second-up. First-up after seven months ran on from midfield and won by 1.3 len at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm70) November 12 over 955m on a soft track defeating The Last Napoleon with 62kg at $5. Previously second-up won by 4 len at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm70) January 15 over 955m defeating Queen Annabel with 57kg at $31. Improver; excellent winning chance having come back as well as ever.

Second run back. First-up after six months sat behind the speed prior to fading 13th of 16 at Flemington 3yo+ (Bm80) on November 6 over 1100m, 4 len behind It'sourtime with 60kg at $17. Previously second-up 6th of 12 at Caulfield Vgold Sprint on April 17 over 1200m, 4 len behind Laverrod with 57kg at $21. Fitter and worth including back in blinkers.

Most recently checked near 300m and became unbalanced; second last in a small field at Cranbourne Open Hcp on November 13 over 1000m, on a wet track; 2.25 len behind Dexelation with 54kg at $10. The race before that 4th of 9 at Morphettville Parks (Bm76) on October 23 over 1000m, 1.5 len behind Thompson's Reward carrying 58kg at $15. Nice draw and worth thought on her home track.

Comes here off a 35-day let-up. Last start 6th of 9 (slowly away; hit rail near 800m; became unbalanced) at Rosehill 3yo+ (Bm78) on October 30 over 1100m, 2 len behind On The Lead with 57.5kg at $21. The race before that held up in straight; 6th of 8 at Gosford 3yo+ (Bm78) on September 22 over 1200m, 2 len behind Electric Girl carrying 58.5kg at $16. Thereabouts last start but looks tested this time.

At the latest run 9th of 16 at Flemington 3yo+ (Bm80) on November 6 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind It'sourtime with 57kg at $15. The run before that won by a nose at Moe (Bm64) October 15 over 1000m in the wet defeating Arroance with 61kg at $3.50. Will be winding up late in the piece. Chance on the home track.

Resuming after six-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation second last of 10 at Flemington 3yo Open Hcp May 15 over 1400m, soft track; 4 len behind Circuit Mighty with 54kg at $7. Previous preparation first-up won by 2.5 len (laid in near 200m) Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) March 5 over 1000m slow track defeating Estoril Park with 59.5kg at $1.40. This is an ideal race to kick off. Good hope.

Dual acceptor. Most recently 8th of 13 at Donald (Bm64) on November 14 over 1200m, 4 len behind Danny's St Darci carrying 59.5kg at $9. The start before that raced four wide and struck interference near 250m; 8th of 12 at Sale (Bm70) on October 24 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Fiery Red carrying 57kg at $5. Can't see him featuring in the finish.

Freshened since an impressive debut as favourite; raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 1.75 len at Yarra Valley 3yo Mdn October 23 over 1000m on a heavy track defeating Catalina Black Cat carrying 58kg at $3.80. Improvement likely on the debut win but this is clearly a tougher test.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation by 0.8 len Flemington 2yo Final July 3 over 1200m slow track defeating Stalking carrying 54.5kg at $9. Previously first up; struck interference at start; second of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yof Mdn June 10 over 1100m, 1.75 len behind Kirakat with 57kg at $6. Went out a winner and nice profile to improve this summer. Respected.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming tactics queried and keen; 4th of 7 at Kembla Grange Hcp (C1) on November 2 over 1000m, 2 len behind Sachello with 58kg at $2.90. Second-up 2nd of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo (Bm70) on November 19 over 1000m, 1.5 len behind Unflinching carrying 55.5kg at $11. Not beaten far last start and worth including.

Resuming after a eight months break. Finished off last preparation second last of 13 at Caulfield The Showdown April 17 over 1200m, 14 len behind Finance Tycoon with 56kg at $151. On debut won by 0.8 len Cranbourne 2yof Mdn March 12 over 1000m defeating Audrey Girl carrying 57kg at $2.10. Looks tested on form from last campaign.

Going well. Last start 2nd of 8 (eased middle stages; got its head up; wide during race) at Sandown-Lakeside 3yof (Bm64) on November 17 over 1300m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Lady Of Honour carrying 59kg at $8. The run before that came from the tail of the field 2nd of 11 (slowly away; keen; held up near 400m) at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) on October 29 over 1212m, on a slow track; head behind Magnus Bellagio with 58kg at $2.90. Racing well and is a winning hope.

Useful type. Last start won by 0.8 len at Kilmore LR Kilmore Cup November 21 over 1600m defeating Imperial Lad carrying 58.5kg at $5.50. The start before that 4th of 12 at Flemington in the G3 Chatham Stakes on November 6 over 1400m, 2 len behind Age Of Chivalry with 55kg at $41. Expected to go well again.

Last start failed to handle going; second last of 12 at Cranbourne in the LR Cranbourne Cup on November 13 over 1600m, on a wet track; 15 len behind King Magnus carrying 54kg at $12. The start before that won by 1.5 len at Mornington Peninsula Cup October 31 over 1600m defeating Imperial Lad with 59kg at $8.50. Cannot be ruled out despite a lacklustre effort last time on the heavy.

First-up. Finished off last campaign second in a small field at Awapuni Open Hcp April 25 over 1300m, a long neck behind Crowning Star with 60kg at $6. First up last campaign second last of 8 at Trentham Open Hcp March 13 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Jessiegee carrying 57.5kg. Across from NZ. Has a hope.

At the latest run raced behind the speed prior to fading to run last of 7 at Kilmore in the LR Kilmore Cup on November 21 over 1600m, 16 len behind Hi Stranger carrying 54kg at $26. The race before that raced behind the speed prior to fading with blinkers first time; 8th of 11 at Sale in the LR Sale Cup on October 24 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Milton Park carrying 54kg at $61. Not keen on his chances.

Racing well. Last start slowly away; 2nd in a small field at Ballarat (Bm84) on November 20 over 1400m, slow going 1.0 len behind Lighthouse carrying 55kg at $3.80. The start before that 2nd of 13 at Flemington (Bm90) on November 2 over 1400m, 1.3 len behind Lackeen carrying 54kg at $4.30. Will hit the line hard again. In terrific form and well up to winning this with any luck.

Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign second last of 15 (eased near 150m; sore; coughing) at Doomben in the G3 Brc Sprint May 22 over 1350m, 10 len behind Emerald Kingdom carrying 56kg at $31. Previously first up; second last of 7 at Sandown-Hillside Open Hcp May 1 over 1400m, 4 len behind Dice Roll with 60kg at $7.50. Prepared to watch.

Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign eighth of 12 at this track Open Hcp December 5 over 1200m, 5 len behind Sirius Suspect with 58.5kg at $26. When resuming last campaign raced wide without cover; third of 8 at Cranbourne Apache Cat October 11 2020 over 1000m, 5 len behind Ancestry carrying 59.5kg at $10. This looks a stern test first up for a year.

Second-up. First-up after seven months keen; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 15 at Flemington in the LR Mss Security on November 2 over 1200m, 3 len behind Quantico carrying 54kg at $41. Previously second-up 4th in a small field at Kembla Grange Open Hcp on March 12 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Subedar carrying 58.5kg at $7.50. Ran well at Flemington and given time to come on for that. He can win.

Second-up. First-up after nine months laid in in the straight; 5th of 8 at Ballarat Open Hcp on November 20 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Ocean Beyond with 55kg at $21. Previously second-up laid in in the straight; came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 7 at Sandown-Hillside in the G3 Kevin Heffernan on November 14 2020 over 1300m, 1.75 len behind Kemalpasa with 57kg at $15. Expecting improvement; among the chances.

Most recently came from midfield and won by a head at Ballarat Open Hcp November 20 over 1200m defeating The Gauch carrying 54kg at $5.50. The run before that raced three wide; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 13 at Flemington (Bm90) on November 2 over 1400m, 6 len behind Lackeen with 54kg at $7.50. Great chance to win again after a deserved success last time.

Second-up. First-up after four months 6th of 12 at Flemington in the LR Century Stks on November 4 over 1000m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Halvorsen with 57kg at $31. Previously second-up came from midfield and won by 3 len at Flemington 3yo+ (Bm84) December 19 over 1200m defeating Riding The Wave with 54kg at $2.50. Sure to run well second up on his home track.

At the latest run lacerations; tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 3rd of 8 at Ballarat Open Hcp on November 20 over 1200m, 1.0 len behind Ocean Beyond with 54kg at $10. Before that rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 7 at Kyneton (Bm84) on November 3 over 1206m, on heavy track; 4 len behind Lighthouse with 58kg at $9. Not far away last time. Very honest.

Second-up. First-up after seven months laid out in straight and lame; ran last of 8 at Morphettville Parks (Bm82) on November 20 over 1000m, slow going 6 len behind Tequila Time with 57.5kg at $7.50. Previously second-up raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 8 at Mornington (Bm78) on March 20 over 1200m, 2.25 len behind Ginger Jones with 60kg at $8.50. Unlikely to threaten.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up got back early 7th of 12 at Cranbourne in the LR Cranbourne Cup on November 13 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 4 len behind King Magnus carrying 57.5kg at $51. Second run from a spell slowly away; 8th of 15 at Ballarat in the LR Ballarat Cup on November 20 over 2000m, 3 len behind Zayydani with 58kg at $41. Can improve on recent efforts. Needs to if he is going to threaten.

Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Most recently hung in near 400m; 3rd of 12 at Flemington (Bm96) on November 2 over 2800m, 4 len behind Team Captain carrying 60kg at $16. The run before that ran last of 10 at Moonee Valley in the G2 M.V Gold Cup on October 23 over 2500m, on a slow track; 27 len behind Lunar Flare carrying 57kg at $21. Battled away last time. Not without a fringe hope.

Comes off a 38 day let-up. Last start got back early 7th of 9 at Bendigo in the G3 Bendigo Cup on October 27 over 2400m, 6 len behind Wentwood with 54.5kg at $12. The race before that got back early 8th of 16 at Flemington in the G3 Bart Cummings on October 2 over 2520m, slow going 4.5 len behind Grand Promenade with 54kg at $51. Didn’t fire last start but is capable of better.

Useful type. Last start 7th of 15 at Ballarat in the LR Ballarat Cup on November 20 over 2000m, 2.25 len behind Zayydani with 54kg at $61. The start before that slowly away; second last of 8 at Flemington in the LR Cup Day Plate on November 2 over 1800m, 5 len behind Milton Park with 54kg at $17. Even effort last time. Could improve again but others have better chances.

Going well. Resumes off a 38 day let-up. Last start ran on from midfield; 2nd of 9 at Bendigo in the G3 Bendigo Cup on October 27 over 2400m, nose behind Wentwood with 54kg at $2.50. Before that rider lost whip; held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Caulfield (Bm84) on October 13 over 2400m, 1.0 len behind Wil John carrying 61kg at $3. Kept fresh. That can suit. Blinkers are on now.

Last start got back early 7th of 9 at Caulfield in the G2 Sandown Classic on November 27 over 2400m, 1.75 len behind Sound carrying 59kg at $101. The race before that 13th of 15 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; raced three wide) at Ballarat in the LR Ballarat Cup on November 20 over 2000m, 9 len behind Zayydani with 54kg at $51. Better suited this week but others hold stronger claims.

Useful type. Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Most scored a big 3.5 len win at Flemington (Bm96) November 2 over 2800m defeating Accountability carrying 54kg at $7. The start before that came from midfield and won by 2.25 len at Hamilton Hamilton Cup October 9 over 2200m in soft going defeating Kings Full carrying 55.5kg at $4.30. Stayed well last time. Flying for the new yard.

Useful gelding. Resumes off a 32 day let-up. At the latest run led to the turn then faded 5th of 12 at Flemington (Bm96) on November 2 over 2800m, 5.5 len behind Team Captain carrying 54kg at $9. Before that held ground to the line 2nd of 8 at Horsham Horsham Cup on October 17 over 2100m, 1.3 len behind Orleans Rock with 58kg at $4.50. Think this trip tests him right out.

Resumes. Finished off last campaign won by a long-neck Flemington Open Hcp June 5 over 1400m defeating Rubisaki carrying 58.5kg at $2.30. First up last campaign eighth of 12 at Caulfield Vgold Sprint April 17 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Laverrod with 59kg at $21. Won this race two years ago. Clearly a target. Has strong claims on return.

Useful gelding. Comes off a 43 day let-up. At the latest run slowly away; 2nd of 9 at Moonee Valley Vobis Gold Star on October 22 over 1500m, nose behind Wicklow Town carrying 58.5kg at $12. The start before that slowly away; eased back early on 7th of 11 at Ballarat in the LR Seymour Cup on October 10 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Mr Brightside with 55kg at $8.50. Ready to win after a solid performance against the pattern last time out.

Useful gelding. Comes here off a 30-day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 7 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; taken back from wide barrier) at Hawkesbury in the LR Ladies Day on November 4 over 1600m, in the wet; 3.5 len behind Blue Soldier with 54kg at $9. The race before that checked on straightening and became unbalanced; 5th of 7 at Randwick Spring Mile on October 16 over 1600m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Soldier Of Love carrying 57kg at $9. Nice effort last time. Good enough.

Comes here off a 34-day let-up. Most recently keen and raced wide without cover; 6th of 8 at Mornington (Bm64) on October 31 over 1600m, 7 len behind Confrontational with 62.5kg at $26. The start before that slowly away; ran last of 13 at Sale (Bm70) on October 24 over 1400m, 11 len behind Bermadez carrying 59.5kg at $61. Well held last time and facing tough task today.

Most recently 3rd of 9 at Tatura Tatura Cup on November 20 over 1450m, 3.5 len behind Turbeau with 54kg at $9. The run before that wide throughout; made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 11 at Ararat Ararat Bowl on November 7 over 1300m, nose behind Millennial Girl carrying 54kg at $6. Doesn't look good enough to threaten the top few.

Racing well. At the latest run 2nd in a small field at this track 3yo+ (Bm78) on November 25 over 1400m, nose behind Sig Positano with 55kg at $7. The start before that began awkwardly; came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 7 at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm78) on November 10 over 1300m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Tanker with 55kg at $11. Good here last start. In the mix again.

Second-up. First-up after five months slowly away; got back early 8th of 10 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm64) on November 17 over 1300m, slow going 4.5 len behind Thorondor carrying 61kg at $41. Previously second-up slowly away; came from last and 5th of 8 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ Hcp (C1) on January 6 over 1500m, 4 len behind War Critic carrying 57.5kg at $21. Must improve significantly.

Third-up today. Resuming failed to handle going; eased back early on 9th of 12 at Moe (Bm70) on October 15 over 1200m, in the wet; 6 len behind The General with 57kg at $6. Last start eased near 200m; ran on strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 10 at Ballarat 4yo M (Bm78) on November 20 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Duchess Of Dorset carrying 54.5kg at $9. Profiles nicely. Ready to win and the home track helps.