Geelong 13 May 2022
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Second run back. First-up after five months held up in straight; 7th of 16 at Warrnambool 4yo+ Mdn on May 4 over 1700m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Henry The Lion with 59.5kg at $17. Previously second-up slowly away and struck interference near 800m; 4th of 8 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn on November 22 over 2209m, 6 len behind Lorraine with 69.5kg at $4. Unlikely to threaten.
Second run back. First-up after five months held up in straight; 7th of 16 at Warrnambool 4yo+ Mdn on May 4 over 1700m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Henry The Lion with 59.5kg at $17. Previously second-up slowly away and struck interference near 800m; 4th of 8 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn on November 22 over 2209m, 6 len behind Lorraine with 69.5kg at $4. Unlikely to threaten.
Last start laid in in the straight; 4th of 11 at Moe Mdn Plate on April 25 over 2082m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Maktastic carrying 59kg at $16. The race before that keen and over raced in straight; 7th of 13 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on March 31 over 1887m, 7 len behind Turn It Up Tommy carrying 59kg at $21. Hard to envisage a win today.
Last start laid in in the straight; 4th of 11 at Moe Mdn Plate on April 25 over 2082m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Maktastic carrying 59kg at $16. The race before that keen and over raced in straight; 7th of 13 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on March 31 over 1887m, 7 len behind Turn It Up Tommy carrying 59kg at $21. Hard to envisage a win today.
Second run back. First-up after 10 months didn't finish the race at this track 3yo+ Mdn April 29 over 2455m. Previously second-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Hamilton Hrdl (Bm114) on June 1 over 3200m, slow going 6 len behind Looking Around with 68kg at $51. Must improve significantly.
Second run back. First-up after 10 months didn't finish the race at this track 3yo+ Mdn April 29 over 2455m. Previously second-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Hamilton Hrdl (Bm114) on June 1 over 3200m, slow going 6 len behind Looking Around with 68kg at $51. Must improve significantly.
Last start struck interference early stages; 4th of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn on April 29 over 2455m, 2.5 len behind Out Of The Cage carrying 59kg at $6.50. The race before that 8th of 12 at Caulfield in the LR Galilee Final on April 16 over 2400m, 9 len behind Mamounia with 57kg at $101. Sure to improve again. Top chance.
Last start struck interference early stages; 4th of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn on April 29 over 2455m, 2.5 len behind Out Of The Cage carrying 59kg at $6.50. The race before that 8th of 12 at Caulfield in the LR Galilee Final on April 16 over 2400m, 9 len behind Mamounia with 57kg at $101. Sure to improve again. Top chance.
Third-up today. First-up pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; held ground to the line 3rd of 8 at Swan Hill 3yo+ Mdn on April 11 over 2400m, 3.5 len behind Miss Sententia carrying 59.5kg at $5.50. Second-up held up near 500m; 5th of 13 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn Plate on May 2 over 2000m, slow going 6 len behind Turfie carrying 59.5kg at $21. Can do a lot better than that last run.
Third-up today. First-up pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; held ground to the line 3rd of 8 at Swan Hill 3yo+ Mdn on April 11 over 2400m, 3.5 len behind Miss Sententia carrying 59.5kg at $5.50. Second-up held up near 500m; 5th of 13 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn Plate on May 2 over 2000m, slow going 6 len behind Turfie carrying 59.5kg at $21. Can do a lot better than that last run.
Raced twice to date. At long odds at debut, slowly away; eased back early on 7th of 9 at Pakenham 3yo F Mdn on April 14 over 1400m, 7 len behind Let Fly carrying 57kg at $26. Second-up slowly away and held up near 300m; got back early 9th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1800m, slow going 5 len behind See Your Point with 57kg at $26. Hard to have.
Raced twice to date. At long odds at debut, slowly away; eased back early on 7th of 9 at Pakenham 3yo F Mdn on April 14 over 1400m, 7 len behind Let Fly carrying 57kg at $26. Second-up slowly away and held up near 300m; got back early 9th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1800m, slow going 5 len behind See Your Point with 57kg at $26. Hard to have.
SHINE AND DANDY (5) has been racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at Swan Hill over 2400m a month ago. Stout staying type who looks sure to be in the finish. SIROCCO GALE (6) comes here off a last-start fourth, beaten 2.5 lengths, over 2455m at this track. Finds the line well and will be a major player again. LOYAL CONSUL (2) is yet to break through in 11 runs but wasn't far away last time when second over 2000m at Werribee on May 2 to make it three minor placings in a row. Expected to feature in the outcome. VADABOY (8) battled away fairly last time when fifth over 2000m at Ballarat. Looks suited first attempt at the trip and is among the each way hopes.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming 5th of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 19 over 1306m, in the wet; 6 len behind Jack Of It with 59.5kg at $16. Second-up slowly away; second last of 8 at this track 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 29 over 1535m, slow going 6 len behind Booker Tee with 61.5kg at $17. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming 5th of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 19 over 1306m, in the wet; 6 len behind Jack Of It with 59.5kg at $16. Second-up slowly away; second last of 8 at this track 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 29 over 1535m, slow going 6 len behind Booker Tee with 61.5kg at $17. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Second run back. First-up after seven months ran last of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 19 over 1306m, on heavy track; 16 len behind Jack Of It carrying 58.5kg at $61. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn on June 17 over 2000m, in the wet; 13 len behind Fort Charles carrying 69.5kg at $31. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after seven months ran last of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 19 over 1306m, on heavy track; 16 len behind Jack Of It carrying 58.5kg at $61. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn on June 17 over 2000m, in the wet; 13 len behind Fort Charles carrying 69.5kg at $31. Fitter but must improve sharply.
At the latest run slowly away; 3rd of 10 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 1732m, slow going 2 len behind Ripplebrook carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. The start before that began awkwardly and overraced early, middle stages; 11th of 13 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 13 over 2400m, 9 len behind Young Hostess with 58.5kg at $4.80. Definite chance.
At the latest run slowly away; 3rd of 10 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 1732m, slow going 2 len behind Ripplebrook carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. The start before that began awkwardly and overraced early, middle stages; 11th of 13 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 13 over 2400m, 9 len behind Young Hostess with 58.5kg at $4.80. Definite chance.
Comes here off a 43-day let-up. Most recently 5th of 7 at Pakenham 3yo+ (Bm64) on March 31 over 1600m, 5 len behind Son Of Emperor with 57kg at $10. The run before that raced wide without cover and rider told to use more vigour; 5th of 13 at this track 3yo+ Hcp (58) on March 19 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Kashiwa with 60kg at $5.50. Can atone for a modest effort last time.
Comes here off a 43-day let-up. Most recently 5th of 7 at Pakenham 3yo+ (Bm64) on March 31 over 1600m, 5 len behind Son Of Emperor with 57kg at $10. The run before that raced wide without cover and rider told to use more vigour; 5th of 13 at this track 3yo+ Hcp (58) on March 19 over 1500m, 2.5 len behind Kashiwa with 60kg at $5.50. Can atone for a modest effort last time.
Most recently hampered near 400m and laid in on straightening; 4th of 10 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 1732m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Ripplebrook with 55kg at $26. The start before that 4th of 10 at Mornington 3yo+ E&G Hcp-58 on April 17 over 1500m, 5 len behind The Yachtsman with 58.5kg at $12. Doesn't look good enough to threaten the top few.
Most recently hampered near 400m and laid in on straightening; 4th of 10 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 1732m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Ripplebrook with 55kg at $26. The start before that 4th of 10 at Mornington 3yo+ E&G Hcp-58 on April 17 over 1500m, 5 len behind The Yachtsman with 58.5kg at $12. Doesn't look good enough to threaten the top few.
Form hard to fault. Most recently ran on from midfield; 2nd of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 30 over 1800m, slow going nose behind Almsgiver carrying 58kg at $10. Before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at Warracknabeal Hcp (58) on April 16 over 2000m, 1.75 len behind Bellator carrying 58kg at $2.90. Leading player.
Form hard to fault. Most recently ran on from midfield; 2nd of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 30 over 1800m, slow going nose behind Almsgiver carrying 58kg at $10. Before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at Warracknabeal Hcp (58) on April 16 over 2000m, 1.75 len behind Bellator carrying 58kg at $2.90. Leading player.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up began awkwardly and eased near 1000m; eased back early on 6th of 8 at Mornington 4yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1200m, 4 len behind Kannenbergs Road with 57.5kg at $17. Second run from a spell won by 3.5 len at Mornington Mdn Plate April 28 over 1500m defeating Catalina Blue with 57.5kg at $8.50. Broke through last time and is worth thought again.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up began awkwardly and eased near 1000m; eased back early on 6th of 8 at Mornington 4yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1200m, 4 len behind Kannenbergs Road with 57.5kg at $17. Second run from a spell won by 3.5 len at Mornington Mdn Plate April 28 over 1500m defeating Catalina Blue with 57.5kg at $8.50. Broke through last time and is worth thought again.
Most recently won by 1.0 len at Balnarring Pic-Mdn April 16 over 2000m defeating Dash Riprock with 67kg at $6. The start before that 3rd of 8 at Healesville Pic-Mdn on April 9 over 1650m, 1.5 len behind Ruby Acheeva carrying 67kg at $3.30. This is going to test him.
Most recently won by 1.0 len at Balnarring Pic-Mdn April 16 over 2000m defeating Dash Riprock with 67kg at $6. The start before that 3rd of 8 at Healesville Pic-Mdn on April 9 over 1650m, 1.5 len behind Ruby Acheeva carrying 67kg at $3.30. This is going to test him.
At the latest run won by 1.3 len at Balnarring Rst Trophy (1) April 16 over 1600m defeating Fonteinbolt with 65kg at $8. The start before that won by a head at Mansfield Pic-Trophy (1) April 2 over 1600m defeating Another Pluck with 61.5kg at $10. In winning form but this a tough assignment.
At the latest run won by 1.3 len at Balnarring Rst Trophy (1) April 16 over 1600m defeating Fonteinbolt with 65kg at $8. The start before that won by a head at Mansfield Pic-Trophy (1) April 2 over 1600m defeating Another Pluck with 61.5kg at $10. In winning form but this a tough assignment.
PARIS PIKE (4) was given time to settle from an outside draw last time then wound up strongly in the straight for an eye-catching third over 1732m at Sale. Expected to prove tough to hold out again. WHEAL ROSE (8) turned in a good effort when narrowly defeated last time at Horsham over 1800m. Has really found form of late and is right in the mix. MR POCKET (6) drifted back from his wide draw last time then hit the line hard to finish second at Moe over 1623m. Will spot them a start again but watch for him late. BONAMASSA (5) has been in the market at his last couple of runs but failed to threaten, the latest effort a fifth at Pakenham over 1600m. Can improve off a six-week freshen-up and is worth including.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Akeed Mofeed out of Little Lingy. Betting the best guide.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Akeed Mofeed out of Little Lingy. Betting the best guide.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Territories out of Bahamas. Prefer to see him at the races before recommending.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Territories out of Bahamas. Prefer to see him at the races before recommending.
At debut, sat on the speed and boxed on steadily with blinkers first time; 4th of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 6 len behind Bubble Palace carrying 58kg at $9. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
At debut, sat on the speed and boxed on steadily with blinkers first time; 4th of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 6 len behind Bubble Palace carrying 58kg at $9. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
Two-year-old colt first-starter by American Pharoah out of The Nickster. No trial form to work with so the market will go a long way to telling his tale.
Two-year-old colt first-starter by American Pharoah out of The Nickster. No trial form to work with so the market will go a long way to telling his tale.
Was well in the market at debut, slowly away; 3rd of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Bubble Palace with 58kg at $4.50. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
Was well in the market at debut, slowly away; 3rd of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Bubble Palace with 58kg at $4.50. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
At debut, came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 8 (began awkwardly; keen; held up near 400m) at this track 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1235m, 1.5 len behind Mt Niseko carrying 58kg at $16. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
At debut, came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 8 (began awkwardly; keen; held up near 400m) at this track 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1235m, 1.5 len behind Mt Niseko carrying 58kg at $16. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
Was well-supported at debut, raced three wide; 4th of 8 at this track 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1235m, 2 len behind Mt Niseko with 58kg at $3.30. That race experience to prove invaluable.
Was well-supported at debut, raced three wide; 4th of 8 at this track 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1235m, 2 len behind Mt Niseko with 58kg at $3.30. That race experience to prove invaluable.
Third race start today. When well in the market at debut, 3rd in a small field at Echuca 2yo F Mdn on April 10 over 1100m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind No Lockdowns with 57kg at $4. Last start raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 10 at Cranbourne 2yo F Mdn on April 22 over 1200m, slow going 1.3 len behind Royal Signal carrying 57kg at $3.80. Will prove tough to beat.
Third race start today. When well in the market at debut, 3rd in a small field at Echuca 2yo F Mdn on April 10 over 1100m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind No Lockdowns with 57kg at $4. Last start raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 10 at Cranbourne 2yo F Mdn on April 22 over 1200m, slow going 1.3 len behind Royal Signal carrying 57kg at $3.80. Will prove tough to beat.
Was at long odds at debut, laid in in the straight; with blinkers first time; 4th of 7 at Werribee 2yo Mdn Plate on May 2 over 1100m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Bella Babe carrying 58kg at $31. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
Was at long odds at debut, laid in in the straight; with blinkers first time; 4th of 7 at Werribee 2yo Mdn Plate on May 2 over 1100m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Bella Babe carrying 58kg at $31. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
Third-up today. First-up raced wide without cover; 8th of 11 at Terang 2yo Mdn on April 10 over 1000m, 10 len behind Hell Hound with 56kg at $61. Second-up wide throughout; ran last of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 9 len behind Bubble Palace with 56kg at $31. Prefer to watch at this stage.
Third-up today. First-up raced wide without cover; 8th of 11 at Terang 2yo Mdn on April 10 over 1000m, 10 len behind Hell Hound with 56kg at $61. Second-up wide throughout; ran last of 9 at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on April 24 over 1100m, 9 len behind Bubble Palace with 56kg at $31. Prefer to watch at this stage.
Jumped at big odds at debut, slowly away; ran last of 9 at Cranbourne 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1000m, 11 len behind Gold Bucket with 58kg at $31. Cannot enthuse after the moderate debut effort.
Jumped at big odds at debut, slowly away; ran last of 9 at Cranbourne 2yo Mdn on April 29 over 1000m, 11 len behind Gold Bucket with 58kg at $31. Cannot enthuse after the moderate debut effort.
Plenty of depth to this maiden. LEGIO TEN (6) was beaten for speed on debut last start then found the line strongly to grab third over 1100m at Ballarat. Leading player with plenty of improvement in store. KENTUCKY NICK (5) is a colt by American Pharoah out of The Nickster stepping out on debut for the McEvoy stable. Likely to come in for support but does have an awkward draw to overcome. Betting the key. NINJA DERBY (7) drifted well back on debut last start before winding up strongly to finish third, beaten 1.5 lengths, over 1235m at this track. Strong chance again with the run under the belt. ADRETT (10) was solid on debut last start, winding up nicely at the end of 1200m to finish second at Cranbourne. Likely to be attacking the line well over this longer journey.
Resuming after a six months break. Not seen since he finished last of 10 (began awkwardly; struck interference near 200m; overraced throughout) at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn November 5 over 1700m, 8 len behind Black Monsoon carrying 69.5kg at $13. On debut slowly away; tenth of 14 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn October 9 over 1400m, soft track; 12 len behind Wilsons Prom carrying 59.5kg at $15. Not ready yet.
Resuming after a six months break. Not seen since he finished last of 10 (began awkwardly; struck interference near 200m; overraced throughout) at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn November 5 over 1700m, 8 len behind Black Monsoon carrying 69.5kg at $13. On debut slowly away; tenth of 14 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn October 9 over 1400m, soft track; 12 len behind Wilsons Prom carrying 59.5kg at $15. Not ready yet.
Most recently overraced early, middle stages and held up near 100m; second last of 8 at Bendigo 2yo+ Mdn on May 1 over 1600m, in the wet; 2.5 len behind Forest Diamond carrying 59.5kg at $21. The race before that got back early 6th of 10 (overraced middle stages; laid in in the straight; rider charged with careless riding) at Kerang 3yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Balzando carrying 59.5kg at $17. Racing okay but look elsewhere.
Most recently overraced early, middle stages and held up near 100m; second last of 8 at Bendigo 2yo+ Mdn on May 1 over 1600m, in the wet; 2.5 len behind Forest Diamond carrying 59.5kg at $21. The race before that got back early 6th of 10 (overraced middle stages; laid in in the straight; rider charged with careless riding) at Kerang 3yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Balzando carrying 59.5kg at $17. Racing okay but look elsewhere.
Facing the starter for the first time. Four-year-old gelding by Fiorente out of Alexa Cee. Trialled recently when fourth on April 5 at Traralgon over 1100m. Wait and see him under race conditions.
Facing the starter for the first time. Four-year-old gelding by Fiorente out of Alexa Cee. Trialled recently when fourth on April 5 at Traralgon over 1100m. Wait and see him under race conditions.
Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last campaign dwelt at start (2l) and keen; ninth of 13 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn February 28 over 1400m, soft track; 7 len behind Bellman with 59.5kg at $201. First up last campaign difficult to load and vetted - no abnormalities; second last of 10 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn December 31 over 1100m, 7 len behind Chosen Miss carrying 59.5kg at $101. Cannot make a strong case.
Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last campaign dwelt at start (2l) and keen; ninth of 13 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn February 28 over 1400m, soft track; 7 len behind Bellman with 59.5kg at $201. First up last campaign difficult to load and vetted - no abnormalities; second last of 10 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn December 31 over 1100m, 7 len behind Chosen Miss carrying 59.5kg at $101. Cannot make a strong case.
At debut, slowly away; 3rd of 8 at Werribee 3yo Mdn on April 22 over 1420m, slow going 4 len behind Prince Of Rome carrying 56kg at $11. Doesn't need to improve a great deal to be opening her account.
At debut, slowly away; 3rd of 8 at Werribee 3yo Mdn on April 22 over 1420m, slow going 4 len behind Prince Of Rome carrying 56kg at $11. Doesn't need to improve a great deal to be opening her account.
Recent form sound. Most recently 4th of 8 at Pakenham 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 28 over 1400m, 3 len behind Ampere carrying 57.5kg at $6.50. The race before that began awkwardly and shifted out near 100m; 4th of 10 at Pakenham 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 14 over 1200m, 3 len behind Our Shinko with 57.5kg at $26. Should be right in the finish.
Recent form sound. Most recently 4th of 8 at Pakenham 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 28 over 1400m, 3 len behind Ampere carrying 57.5kg at $6.50. The race before that began awkwardly and shifted out near 100m; 4th of 10 at Pakenham 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 14 over 1200m, 3 len behind Our Shinko with 57.5kg at $26. Should be right in the finish.
Going well. At the latest run 3rd of 8 (hampered at start; overraced early, middle stages; keen) at Kilmore 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, in the wet; 5.5 len behind Maly Malt with 54kg at $12. Before that wide throughout; 3rd of 14 at Werribee Mdn Plate on April 9 over 1400m, 0.9 len behind Luminara with 53.5kg at $10. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Going well. At the latest run 3rd of 8 (hampered at start; overraced early, middle stages; keen) at Kilmore 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, in the wet; 5.5 len behind Maly Malt with 54kg at $12. Before that wide throughout; 3rd of 14 at Werribee Mdn Plate on April 9 over 1400m, 0.9 len behind Luminara with 53.5kg at $10. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
REGAL VALOUR (8) is back from a spell of five months. Closed last prep with a third, beaten a neck, over 1600m at Stawell. Showed plenty of ability in the maiden campaign and with improvement to come looks sure to be in the finish. MOENAVE (2) is a four-start maiden who resumed with a sound third over 1200m at Mornington a fortnight ago, making good late inroads. Fitter and capable of taking this out. TYPICALLY BRAZEN (9) showed little early speed then came with a powerful run to finish third last time out over 1600m at Kilmore. Has now been in the money at six of eleven starts. Should be in the finish again. JOLIE CHRISTINE (7) finished off well to get up for fourth at her latest appearance over 1400m at Pakenham, clocking in 3 lengths from the winner. One of the contenders over this longer trip.
At debut, 7th of 10 (difficult to load; warning - barrier manners; slowly away) at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Light's Vision carrying 57kg at $13. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
At debut, 7th of 10 (difficult to load; warning - barrier manners; slowly away) at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Light's Vision carrying 57kg at $13. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Jumped at a huge quote at debut, dwelt at start (2l); ran last of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn on April 22 over 1200m, slow going 14 len behind Israelite Bay with 59.5kg at $51. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Jumped at a huge quote at debut, dwelt at start (2l); ran last of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn on April 22 over 1200m, slow going 14 len behind Israelite Bay with 59.5kg at $51. Didn't quite do enough on debut to raise the hopes.
Second-up. First-up after three months raced wide without cover; 7th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1800m, on a slow track; 5 len behind See Your Point carrying 59.5kg at $81. Previously second-up eased near 400m; 4th of 10 at Burrumbeet 3yo+ Mdn on January 1 over 1800m, 9 len behind All Or Nothin' carrying 59.5kg at $12. Unlikely to threaten.
Second-up. First-up after three months raced wide without cover; 7th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1800m, on a slow track; 5 len behind See Your Point carrying 59.5kg at $81. Previously second-up eased near 400m; 4th of 10 at Burrumbeet 3yo+ Mdn on January 1 over 1800m, 9 len behind All Or Nothin' carrying 59.5kg at $12. Unlikely to threaten.
Most recently raced wide without cover; 5th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Sassy Choice carrying 59kg at $10. The start before that sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 9 at Benalla 3yo+ Mdn on April 12 over 1406m, 2.5 len behind Zero Cases carrying 59kg at $26. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Most recently raced wide without cover; 5th of 12 at Horsham 3yo+ Mdn on April 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Sassy Choice carrying 59kg at $10. The start before that sat on speed throughout when 3rd of 9 at Benalla 3yo+ Mdn on April 12 over 1406m, 2.5 len behind Zero Cases carrying 59kg at $26. Not far away last time. Worth plenty of thought.
Last start raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 12 at Mildura 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 26 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Murrajong Road carrying 59.5kg at $151. The start before that second last of 11 at Warracknabeal 3yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1200m, 10 len behind Warminster carrying 57.5kg at $101. Fully tested on his recent run.
Last start raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 12 at Mildura 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 26 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Murrajong Road carrying 59.5kg at $151. The start before that second last of 11 at Warracknabeal 3yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1200m, 10 len behind Warminster carrying 57.5kg at $101. Fully tested on his recent run.
Second-up. First-up after seven months 5th of 8 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn on April 24 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Copperfield carrying 57kg at $5. Previously second-up shifted out near 300m and tightened for room; set the pace for much of the race 3rd in a small field at Bendigo 3yo+ Mdn on October 3 over 1500m, on a wet track; 0.5 len behind Spirit Of Gaylard carrying 55kg at $5.50. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Second-up. First-up after seven months 5th of 8 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn on April 24 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Copperfield carrying 57kg at $5. Previously second-up shifted out near 300m and tightened for room; set the pace for much of the race 3rd in a small field at Bendigo 3yo+ Mdn on October 3 over 1500m, on a wet track; 0.5 len behind Spirit Of Gaylard carrying 55kg at $5.50. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Third-up today. First-up came from midfield; 2nd of 8 at Mornington 3yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1500m, 1.0 len behind Five Ounce with 57kg at $3.50. Second run from a spell raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 12 at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 29 over 1600m, 0.8 len behind Sunday's Best with 57.5kg at $5. Forward showing expected.
Third-up today. First-up came from midfield; 2nd of 8 at Mornington 3yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1500m, 1.0 len behind Five Ounce with 57kg at $3.50. Second run from a spell raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 12 at Cranbourne 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 29 over 1600m, 0.8 len behind Sunday's Best with 57.5kg at $5. Forward showing expected.
Going well. Last start shifted out early stages; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1850m, slow going 2.75 len behind Retrospection with 57.5kg at $7. The run before that began awkwardly and hampered near 150m; 4th of 7 at this track 4yo+ Mdn on April 13 over 1500m, 1.75 len behind Springvale Road with 56kg at $26. Good job last start and has top-three aspirations.
Going well. Last start shifted out early stages; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1850m, slow going 2.75 len behind Retrospection with 57.5kg at $7. The run before that began awkwardly and hampered near 150m; 4th of 7 at this track 4yo+ Mdn on April 13 over 1500m, 1.75 len behind Springvale Road with 56kg at $26. Good job last start and has top-three aspirations.
Second-up. First-up after seven months began awkwardly; second last of 10 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1450m, slow going 18 len behind Storm King with 57kg at $151. Previously second-up ran last of 7 at Donald 3yo Mdn on October 10 over 1200m, 18 len behind Bay Of Islands with 56kg at $101. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second-up. First-up after seven months began awkwardly; second last of 10 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1450m, slow going 18 len behind Storm King with 57kg at $151. Previously second-up ran last of 7 at Donald 3yo Mdn on October 10 over 1200m, 18 len behind Bay Of Islands with 56kg at $101. Fitter but must improve sharply.
MISS MOOCHA (8) has been in the money at both runs this time in and the maiden win looks imminent following a good second over 1600m at Cranbourne last time. Great chance to break through over this slightly longer journey. ETEREA (7) finished fifth last start over 1400m at Ballarat when fresh from a spell. Tackles a longer journey this time which looks ideal. Leading contender. KILRONAN (3) raced below his best last time when sixth over 1500m at Mornington, beaten 6 lengths. Better than the last run suggests. Worth another chance. THINK FRENCH (9) finished the race off in good style to get up for second last time over 1850m at Kyneton, beaten 2.75 lengths. Rock-hard fit and is among the chances.
Useful type. Most recently came from midfield and won by 0.8 len at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) May 2 over 2000m in soft going defeating Stats with 63kg at $7.50. Before that raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by a long-neck at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) April 22 over 2031m on a soft track defeating Kaituku with 71kg at $7. Major player on recent form.
Useful type. Most recently came from midfield and won by 0.8 len at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) May 2 over 2000m in soft going defeating Stats with 63kg at $7.50. Before that raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by a long-neck at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) April 22 over 2031m on a soft track defeating Kaituku with 71kg at $7. Major player on recent form.
Most recently rider told to use more vigour; held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) on May 6 over 2600m, slow going 0.7 len behind Secret Sheema carrying 59kg at $7.50. The run before that tactics queried and one paced; held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 1.3 len behind Reforestation with 59kg at $4.50. In the money at the latest appearance and is among the chances.
Most recently rider told to use more vigour; held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) on May 6 over 2600m, slow going 0.7 len behind Secret Sheema carrying 59kg at $7.50. The run before that tactics queried and one paced; held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 1.3 len behind Reforestation with 59kg at $4.50. In the money at the latest appearance and is among the chances.
Recent form sound. Last start held up near 500m and laid in in the straight; 3rd of 8 at Mornington 3yo+ Hcp (C2) on April 28 over 2000m, 5 len behind Claidheamh Mor carrying 58.5kg at $2.30. The start before that overraced early stages and raced wide without cover; 2nd of 7 at Otaki 3&4yo on February 26 over 2100m, 0.8 len behind Alhambra Lad carrying 53kg at $21. Major player on recent form.
Recent form sound. Last start held up near 500m and laid in in the straight; 3rd of 8 at Mornington 3yo+ Hcp (C2) on April 28 over 2000m, 5 len behind Claidheamh Mor carrying 58.5kg at $2.30. The start before that overraced early stages and raced wide without cover; 2nd of 7 at Otaki 3&4yo on February 26 over 2100m, 0.8 len behind Alhambra Lad carrying 53kg at $21. Major player on recent form.
Recent form sound. Most recently 3rd of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on May 2 over 2000m, slow going 1.0 len behind Fiorente Lass carrying 63.5kg at $2.80. The race before that tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 2nd of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 22 over 2031m, on a slow track; long-neck behind Fiorente Lass with 73.5kg at $1.90. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Recent form sound. Most recently 3rd of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on May 2 over 2000m, slow going 1.0 len behind Fiorente Lass carrying 63.5kg at $2.80. The race before that tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 2nd of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 22 over 2031m, on a slow track; long-neck behind Fiorente Lass with 73.5kg at $1.90. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Racing well. Most recently made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 2226m, slow going 0.9 len behind Pharrell with 57kg at $6.50. Before that inconvenienced early on; 3rd of 8 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 12 over 2040m, 1.2 len behind Indian Doll with 62kg at $9. Swooper to watch for late in the piece.
Racing well. Most recently made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 27 over 2226m, slow going 0.9 len behind Pharrell with 57kg at $6.50. Before that inconvenienced early on; 3rd of 8 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 12 over 2040m, 1.2 len behind Indian Doll with 62kg at $9. Swooper to watch for late in the piece.
Most recently ran last of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, slow going 25 len behind Young Hostess with 54kg at $31. The race before that 4th of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 2.5 len behind Reforestation carrying 56.5kg at $7.50. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Most recently ran last of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, slow going 25 len behind Young Hostess with 54kg at $31. The race before that 4th of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 2.5 len behind Reforestation carrying 56.5kg at $7.50. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
At the latest run crowded early stages; 4th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, slow going 5 len behind Young Hostess carrying 54kg at $26. The race before that wide early stages and raced below expectations; 8th of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 5 len behind Reforestation with 56kg at $3.80. Fully tested on his recent run.
At the latest run crowded early stages; 4th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, slow going 5 len behind Young Hostess carrying 54kg at $26. The race before that wide early stages and raced below expectations; 8th of 12 at Stawell (Bm64) on April 17 over 2700m, 5 len behind Reforestation with 56kg at $3.80. Fully tested on his recent run.
Last start 5th of 10 at Bairnsdale 3yo+ Hcp (58) on May 1 over 2200m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Dubawi Prince carrying 55kg at $17. The run before that raced wide without cover; 9th of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 22 over 2031m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Fiorente Lass with 67.5kg at $61. Unlikely to threaten.
Last start 5th of 10 at Bairnsdale 3yo+ Hcp (58) on May 1 over 2200m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Dubawi Prince carrying 55kg at $17. The run before that raced wide without cover; 9th of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 22 over 2031m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Fiorente Lass with 67.5kg at $61. Unlikely to threaten.
TEXAS TEA (4) was doing his best work late last start to get up for third over 2000m at Mornington in a Class 2. That was his first run as a gelding and the first appearance for the Maher/Eustace team since crossing the Tasman. Will come on from that run and is sure to prove tough to beat out to this trip. CADBURY CASTLE (2) ran below expectations last time out, finishing fifth and beaten 5 lengths at Warrnambool over 2350m. Scored a massive maiden win over this course and distance the run prior. Can atone. KAITUKU (6) started favourite last time but found a couple better over 2000m at Werribee. Looks well placed stepping out in trip. Has placed at all three runs this prep and is one of the better chances again. FIORENTE LASS (1) made it two on the trot last time over 2000m at Werribee, scoring by 0.8 lengths. Up in grade but deserves respect.
Last start began awkwardly; 7th of 9 at Warracknabeal (Bm64) on April 16 over 1200m, 9 len behind Queen Zyrah carrying 55kg at $17. Before that won by a nose at Hamilton 3yo+ Hcp (58) April 3 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Dothraki carrying 60kg at $13. Hard to enthuse.
Last start began awkwardly; 7th of 9 at Warracknabeal (Bm64) on April 16 over 1200m, 9 len behind Queen Zyrah carrying 55kg at $17. Before that won by a nose at Hamilton 3yo+ Hcp (58) April 3 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Dothraki carrying 60kg at $13. Hard to enthuse.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign ran last of 9 (travelled poorly; poor recovery; lame) at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) on February 8 over 1200m, 9 len behind Our John Boy with 59kg at $5.50. When resuming last campaign held up near turn; 9th of 13 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm64) on September 26 over 1206m, 6 len behind Turbeau with 61kg at $11. Among the better chances.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign ran last of 9 (travelled poorly; poor recovery; lame) at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) on February 8 over 1200m, 9 len behind Our John Boy with 59kg at $5.50. When resuming last campaign held up near turn; 9th of 13 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm64) on September 26 over 1206m, 6 len behind Turbeau with 61kg at $11. Among the better chances.
Useful filly. Last start failed to handle going; 7th of 10 at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 21 over 1450m, on rain affected going; 11 len behind Dignified Doubt carrying 61.5kg at $7. The start before that led to the turn then faded 6th of 8 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo F (Bm64) on March 30 over 1400m, 3 len behind Rebel's Choice with 59kg at $16. Better than that recent ordinary performance suggests.
Useful filly. Last start failed to handle going; 7th of 10 at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 21 over 1450m, on rain affected going; 11 len behind Dignified Doubt carrying 61.5kg at $7. The start before that led to the turn then faded 6th of 8 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo F (Bm64) on March 30 over 1400m, 3 len behind Rebel's Choice with 59kg at $16. Better than that recent ordinary performance suggests.
Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last preparation keen; second of 8 at Launceston (Bm66) February 23 over 2100m, soft track; 1.0 len behind Encosta Fiorente carrying 55.5kg at $5. When resuming last campaign ninth of 13 at Ballarat Mdn November 1 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Wangoom with 59.5kg at $41. This is an ideal race to kick off. Top hope.
Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last preparation keen; second of 8 at Launceston (Bm66) February 23 over 2100m, soft track; 1.0 len behind Encosta Fiorente carrying 55.5kg at $5. When resuming last campaign ninth of 13 at Ballarat Mdn November 1 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Wangoom with 59.5kg at $41. This is an ideal race to kick off. Top hope.
Second-up. First-up after six months ran on strongly from last on the turn and won by a head at Moe 3yo+ (Bm58) April 25 over 1214m on a rain affected track defeating Too Viennese carrying 59kg at $26. Previously second-up began awkwardly; 9th of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 1 2021 over 1400m, 10 len behind No Puzzle with 61.5kg at $17. One of the chances.
Second-up. First-up after six months ran on strongly from last on the turn and won by a head at Moe 3yo+ (Bm58) April 25 over 1214m on a rain affected track defeating Too Viennese carrying 59kg at $26. Previously second-up began awkwardly; 9th of 11 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 1 2021 over 1400m, 10 len behind No Puzzle with 61.5kg at $17. One of the chances.
Last start won by 1.5 len at Bairnsdale 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 1 over 1200m on a soft track defeating Red On Red carrying 57kg at $31. The run before that slowly away; 7th of 9 at Mornington 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 17 over 1200m, 6 len behind Wild Express carrying 57kg at $41. In the mix.
Last start won by 1.5 len at Bairnsdale 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 1 over 1200m on a soft track defeating Red On Red carrying 57kg at $31. The run before that slowly away; 7th of 9 at Mornington 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 17 over 1200m, 6 len behind Wild Express carrying 57kg at $41. In the mix.
Second run back. First-up after four months slowly away; made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Kyneton 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 23 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Debatable with 57.5kg at $11. Previously second-up failed to handle going; 9th of 11 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) on October 25 over 1406m, 4.5 len behind Donndubhan carrying 61kg at $6. Fitter and not out of contention.
Second run back. First-up after four months slowly away; made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Kyneton 3yo+ Hcp (58) on April 23 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Debatable with 57.5kg at $11. Previously second-up failed to handle going; 9th of 11 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) on October 25 over 1406m, 4.5 len behind Donndubhan carrying 61kg at $6. Fitter and not out of contention.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign tenth of 12 at Bairnsdale 3yo+ Hcp (58) December 5 over 1600m, 10 len behind High Done carrying 54kg at $26. First up last campaign slowly away; ran last of 11 at Dubbo Hcp (C1) June 11 over 1100m, on heavy track; 18 len behind Castlebar Road with 54kg at $31. Unlikely to feature.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign tenth of 12 at Bairnsdale 3yo+ Hcp (58) December 5 over 1600m, 10 len behind High Done carrying 54kg at $26. First up last campaign slowly away; ran last of 11 at Dubbo Hcp (C1) June 11 over 1100m, on heavy track; 18 len behind Castlebar Road with 54kg at $31. Unlikely to feature.
Racing well. At the latest run favourite; came from midfield and won by a head at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn April 22 over 1400m defeating Landers with 59kg at $3. The race before that 2nd of 7 at this track 3yo+ Mdn on April 13 over 1100m, 1.0 len behind Shines carrying 59kg at $11. Expected to go well again.
Racing well. At the latest run favourite; came from midfield and won by a head at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn April 22 over 1400m defeating Landers with 59kg at $3. The race before that 2nd of 7 at this track 3yo+ Mdn on April 13 over 1100m, 1.0 len behind Shines carrying 59kg at $11. Expected to go well again.
WEDGETAIL (4) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a strong race last time when third and beaten only 1.5 lengths over 1335m at this track. That was just the second run back from a very long layoff. Fitter now and draws a bit better. Hard to beat. BARCLAY'S BANK (13) is a last-start maiden winner over 1400m at Cranbourne, surging late to just arrive in time. Up in class but he is a work in progress and is expected to measure up again. DEVOUT HERO (10) was below her best last time, racing on the speed but fading to finish tenth over 1708m at this track. Major player dropping back to a more suitable distance in an easier race. LET IT RIP REGGIE (7) is back from a spell of 11 weeks. Closed last campaign with a minor placing over 2100m at Launceston. Has switched to the Henry Dwyer stable over the break. Definite top-three chance.
Resuming after a 14 months break. Finished off last campaign second last of 9 (slowly away; rider concerned with action; lame) at Bairnsdale 3yo+ (Bm64) March 21 2021 over 1200m, 9 len behind Pretty Rossa with 59.5kg at $2.80. At his first start favourite; won by 0.5 len (laid in in the straight) Sale 3yo+ Mdn January 31 2021 over 1100m defeating Prince Of Mercia carrying 59.5kg at $4.30. Not without claims first-up.
Resuming after a 14 months break. Finished off last campaign second last of 9 (slowly away; rider concerned with action; lame) at Bairnsdale 3yo+ (Bm64) March 21 2021 over 1200m, 9 len behind Pretty Rossa with 59.5kg at $2.80. At his first start favourite; won by 0.5 len (laid in in the straight) Sale 3yo+ Mdn January 31 2021 over 1100m defeating Prince Of Mercia carrying 59.5kg at $4.30. Not without claims first-up.
Last start came from midfield; 2nd of 13 at Flemington 3yo Hcp on April 25 over 1200m, 7 len behind Star Patrol with 54kg at $31. The run before that got back early 7th of 9 (keen; awkwardly placed near 800m; disappointed for a run near 200m) at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo (Bm64) on April 6 over 1200m, 5.5 len behind Corkscrew carrying 59kg at $17. Made headway last time. Top chance.
Last start came from midfield; 2nd of 13 at Flemington 3yo Hcp on April 25 over 1200m, 7 len behind Star Patrol with 54kg at $31. The run before that got back early 7th of 9 (keen; awkwardly placed near 800m; disappointed for a run near 200m) at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo (Bm64) on April 6 over 1200m, 5.5 len behind Corkscrew carrying 59kg at $17. Made headway last time. Top chance.
Second run back. First-up after three months 7th of 9 at Kerang (Bm64) on April 16 over 1100m, 8 len behind Jabali Ridge with 58.5kg at $5.50. Previously second-up wide throughout; 7th of 11 at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm64) on December 12 over 1100m, 4 len behind Perseids with 59kg at $9. Should progress from first-up run.
Second run back. First-up after three months 7th of 9 at Kerang (Bm64) on April 16 over 1100m, 8 len behind Jabali Ridge with 58.5kg at $5.50. Previously second-up wide throughout; 7th of 11 at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm64) on December 12 over 1100m, 4 len behind Perseids with 59kg at $9. Should progress from first-up run.
Resuming today after a three-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign began awkwardly and keen; third of 8 at Stony Creek 3yo+ (Bm64) February 1 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind All Stardom with 58kg at $2.30. When resuming last campaign fifth of 9 (began awkwardly; held up near 400m; held up near 100m) at Mornington (Bm64) October 31 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Arroance with 58.5kg at $4.30. Likely to feature.
Resuming today after a three-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign began awkwardly and keen; third of 8 at Stony Creek 3yo+ (Bm64) February 1 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind All Stardom with 58kg at $2.30. When resuming last campaign fifth of 9 (began awkwardly; held up near 400m; held up near 100m) at Mornington (Bm64) October 31 over 1000m, 2.25 len behind Arroance with 58.5kg at $4.30. Likely to feature.
Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after seven months began awkwardly and disappointed for a run near 150m; 4th of 9 at Moe 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 25 over 1114m, slow going 1.5 len behind State Of Class carrying 62.5kg at $12. Previously second-up 6th of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on March 4 2021 over 1114m, 2.75 len behind Lady Dunmore carrying 59.5kg at $15. Needs more time.
Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after seven months began awkwardly and disappointed for a run near 150m; 4th of 9 at Moe 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 25 over 1114m, slow going 1.5 len behind State Of Class carrying 62.5kg at $12. Previously second-up 6th of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ (Bm58) on March 4 2021 over 1114m, 2.75 len behind Lady Dunmore carrying 59.5kg at $15. Needs more time.
SAVVY SOVEREIGN (5) comes here off a last-start second, beaten 7 lengths by the promising Star Patrol over 1200m at Flemington. Has been racing well in town so this looks a nice race for him. A bold showing is expected. PRINCE OF MERCIA (10) closed last campaign with back-to-back placings, the last of which was at Stony Creek three-and-a-half months ago. Useful sprinter who was runner-up at Caulfield last prep which is good form for a race of this calibre. One of the leading chances. BRAVE STAR (1) is racing well including a last start third over 1500m at Bendigo after showing plenty of early pace. Has a win and three minor placings at this trip from four starts. Sure to play a big role. CIRCLE OF MAGIC (3) went forward and proved too strong when resuming last start, scoring with 1.75 lengths to spare over 1200m at Mornington. Consistent mare who is among the top-three contenders.
