Warrnambool 04 May 2022

Form hard to fault. Last start 2nd of 8 at Caulfield 2yo Hcp on April 16 over 1200m, 0.5 len behind Liberty Steps with 58kg at $3.80. Before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Sandown-Hillside 2yo Hcp on March 30 over 1300m, 0.8 len behind Amenable carrying 59kg at $4.30. Solid run last time and is a strong winning hope in blinkers this time.

Two-year-old gelding (Magnus - Westchester) making his debut. Purchased for AUD $ 75,000 (Inglis 2021 Melbourne Premier Yearling Sale). Home track and no doubt set for this.

Two-year-old filly first-starter by Rebel Dane out of Whytwokay. Prefer to see her at the races before recommending.

First starter. Two-year-old filly by Super One out of Music Media purchased for AUD $ 40,000 (Inglis 2021 Melbourne Gold Yearling Sale). Trialled recently when fourth on March 8 at Colac over 800m. Might need this but home track and respected.

Two-year-old filly debutant purchased for AUD $ 70,000 (Magic Millions 2021 Tasmanian Yearling Sale) by Foxwedge out of Midnight Review. Betting key to her chances.

Two-year-old filly by Vancouver out of Scotia having her first start. Purchased for AUD $ 65,000 (Inglis 2021 Classic Yearling Sale). Nice profile. Likely to come in for support.

Two-year-old filly (Ready For Victory - Juniper Hall) making her debut. Purchased for AUD $ 10,000 (Inglis 2021 Melbourne Gold Yearling Sale). Strong jump out at Terang. Expected to have plenty of admirers.

Second-up. First-up after five months held up on straightening; 4th of 12 at Mildura 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 26 over 1200m, slow going 0.6 len behind Don't Tell Sheriff with 59.5kg at $31. Previously second-up 5th of 11 at Warracknabeal Mdn on July 25 over 1205m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Fast Sagrado with 59.5kg at $11. Must improve significantly.

At the latest run eased early stages; 2nd of 11 at Terang 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1400m, head behind Divina Show carrying 59.5kg at $5. The race before that eased near 300m; 7th of 11 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn on March 19 over 1400m, 3 len behind Electrify carrying 59.5kg at $3.50. Worth including.

At debut, hampered at start and over raced early stages; settled back, ran on when with blinkers first time; 6th of 10 at Terang 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1200m, 3 len behind Ice Burj with 59kg at $21. Cannot enthuse after the moderate debut effort.

Raced two times to date. At debut, slowly away; eased back early on 8th of 10 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 5 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Jayanthi carrying 59kg at $15. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 9 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn on April 19 over 1406m, on a wet track; 2.75 len behind Lucamour carrying 59kg at $5.50. Others preferred.

Third race start. Promising on debut tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at Moonee Valley 3yo Mdn on December 10 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Treporti with 58kg at $4.50. Returned from break rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 8 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn on April 14 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Illation carrying 59kg at $4. Leading chance with plenty of upside second up here.

Second-up. First-up after five months raced wide without cover; ran on from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Terang 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1200m, 1.4 len behind Ice Burj carrying 59kg at $3.80. Previously second-up slowly away and hampered early stages; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 12 at Geelong 3yo Mdn on September 17 over 1325m, 1.75 len behind Euro Dandy carrying 58kg at $21. Improver; excellent winning chance.

Resumes. Finished off last campaign when awkwardly; ran last of 9 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn December 21 over 1750m, 6 len behind Ithacan with 58kg at $6. First up last campaign began awkwardly and held up several times; seventh of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn October 14 over 1200m, soft track; 5 len behind Night Eclipse carrying 57kg at $5.50. First up. Strong connections but others preferred.

Third-up today. Resuming 2nd of 10 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; blundered near 600m) at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1100m, slow going 2 len behind Recreant carrying 58kg at $61. Second run from a spell 5th of 10 at Mt Gambier 2yo+ Mdn on April 27 over 1562m, 12 len behind Five Foot Eight carrying 58kg at $11. Even the minor placings look out of reach.

Resuming after a seven months break. Finished off last campaign held up in straight; second of 11 at Benalla 3yo Mdn October 8 over 1406m, 1.5 len behind Daleelaty carrying 56kg at $12. On debut began awkwardly; fourth of 9 at Donald 3yo F Mdn September 12 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Boss Queen carrying 57kg at $21. Wary starting here for the top yard.

Four-year-old mare by Rebel Raider out of Just A Quest who has taken a long time to make it to the track. Has had no recent barrier trials. Might need the run.

Was well-supported at debut, slowly away; made ground from midfield; 2nd of 7 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ Mdn on April 18 over 1200m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Fuller carrying 57kg at $3.50. Can build upon that bright start to her career.

This Americain mare is a four-year-old having her first start. Purchased for AUD $ 4,000 (Inglis 2018 Great Southern Sale). Has had no recent barrier trials. This looks a tricky race for her.

Third-up today. First-up ran last of 12 at Kilmore F&M Mdn on April 7 over 1100m, 9 len behind Quraysha carrying 58kg at $151. Last start second last of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn on April 22 over 1110m, on a slow track; 15 len behind Atomic Gold with 57.5kg at $101. Not among the main chances.

Filly by Mongolian Khan facing the starter for the first time. Has looked handy in her trials leading into this. Won trial at Cambridge over 950m on February 1. Looking for a good debut outing. Blinkers are on.

Second run back. First-up after four months 2nd in a small field at Geelong 3yo F Mdn on April 19 over 1406m, in the wet; 0.8 len behind Dustland Fairytale with 57kg at $2.10. Previously second-up over raced early stages and vetted - no abnormalities; 3rd of 10 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn on December 10 over 1518m, 2 len behind Klatten carrying 56kg at $1.50. Don't underestimate.

Going well. At the latest run raced greenly; 3rd in a small field at Bendigo 3yo+ Mdn on April 20 over 1600m, on a wet track; 1.0 len behind Bors carrying 59kg at $4.30. The start before that keen and shifted out near 200m; 4th of 11 at Benalla 3yo+ Mdn Plate on March 29 over 1406m, 4.5 len behind Suparazi with 59kg at $8. Will be doing best work late.

Second-up. First-up after eight months began awkwardly and struck interference near 250m; raced on the speed and boxed on steadily with blinkers first time; 2nd of 10 at Penola 2yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1400m, slow going 0.8 len behind Prince Jofra carrying 57kg at $3.20. Previously second-up taken back from wide barrier; got back early 7th of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Plate on August 19 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 10 len behind Find Your Man with 57kg at $21. Needs to lift.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation wide early stages; second last of 8 at this track 3yo+ Mdn December 31 over 2000m, soft track; 18 len behind Morning Has Broken with 58kg at $21. Previously first up; fourth of 10 at Colac 3yo+ Mdn Plate December 18 over 1600m, 6 len behind Orpierre with 58kg at $17. Hard to have.

At the latest run second last of 12 at Caulfield in the LR Galilee Final on April 16 over 2400m, 20 len behind Mamounia with 57kg at $151. The start before that led but faded 3rd of 10 at Avoca 3yo+ Mdn on March 26 over 1860m, 2 len behind Dromeas with 59kg at $7.50. Not going well enough.

At the latest run gave a sight but was run down late 2nd in a small field at Bendigo 3yo+ Mdn on April 20 over 1600m, in the wet; head behind Bors with 59kg at $7.50. The start before that 6th of 12 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn Plate on March 31 over 1400m, 6 len behind Waylaid with 59kg at $8. Rates highly after a strong run last time.

Last start 3rd of 8 at Stawell 3yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1600m, 1.75 len behind Whizz Tizz carrying 59kg at $15. The run before that slowly away; eased back early on 8th of 11 at Terang 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Divina Show carrying 59kg at $31. Not far from the winner last time but this is a tough assignment.

Last start 4th of 10 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn on April 8 over 2025m, 4.5 len behind Luna Too with 59kg at $17. Before that raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 11 at Bendigo 3yo Qlty on April 2 over 2200m, 9 len behind The Cunning Fox with 54kg at $101. In the mix again.

Lining up for just third start. At long odds at debut, 8th of 12 at Ballarat 3yo Mdn Plate on April 5 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4 len behind More Than Discreet with 58kg at $31. Second-up struck interference at start and over raced early stages; came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 10 at Pakenham 3yo Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Korobeiniki with 58kg at $21. Should be right in the finish.

Form hard to fault. Last start 4th of 12 at Warracknabeal 3yo+ Mdn on April 16 over 1800m, 4.5 len behind Master Of Coin with 59kg at $3.50. Before that overraced throughout; 3rd of 12 at this track 3yo+ Mdn Hwt on March 25 over 1700m, slow going 3.5 len behind Deploy And Destroy carrying 69kg at $5. Capable of more – worth another chance.

Most recently with blinkers first time; 7th of 14 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn on April 24 over 2000m, 0.9 len behind Dunalley carrying 57kg at $7.50. The race before that got back early 4th of 8 (slowly away; awkwardly placed near 500m; raced below expectations) at Stawell 3yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1600m, 4 len behind Whizz Tizz with 57kg at $1.90. Watch for a big final furlong.

Third-up today. Resuming sat behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 10 at this track 3yo Mdn Plate on March 14 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Cheloon with 56kg at $5.50. Last start 7th of 12 at Ballarat 3yo Mdn Plate on April 5 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind More Than Discreet with 56kg at $6. Definite winning chance.

Recent form sound. Last start struck interference at start and raced wide without cover; made ground from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Pakenham 3yo Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, slow going 2 len behind Korobeiniki carrying 56kg at $2.80. The start before that eased near 1200m; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 at Mornington 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 4 over 1500m, nose behind Cable De Vega with 57.5kg at $4. Wasn’t too far off the mark last time.

Last start began awkwardly; with blinkers first time; 5th of 8 at Kilmore 3yo+ F&M Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, in the wet; 5.5 len behind Maly Malt carrying 57.5kg at $9. Before that made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Kilmore 3yo+ Mdn on April 7 over 1600m, long-neck behind Princess Violet carrying 57kg at $11. Tricky assignment.

Resuming after a four months break. Finished off last campaign when early stages and eased down; ran last of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn December 30 over 2025m, 17 len behind Wolf Prince with 56kg at $6.50. First up last campaign slowly away; seventh of 9 at Kyneton 3yo F Mdn November 29 over 1450m, 7 len behind Seonee carrying 57kg at $26. Doesn't appeal.

Most recently bumped rival; sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at Mornington 3yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1500m, 4.5 len behind Five Ounce with 59.5kg at $10. Before that 6th of 14 at Werribee Mdn Plate on April 9 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Luminara carrying 59.5kg at $12. Well held last time and facing tough task today.

Form hard to fault. Most recently keen; 4th of 8 at Swan Hill 3yo+ Mdn on April 11 over 2400m, 5.5 len behind Miss Sententia with 59.5kg at $2.50. The run before that checked near 600m; 2nd of 14 at Mt Gambier 3yo+ Mdn Plate on April 1 over 1800m, head behind The Big Kahuna with 58kg at $9. Nicely placed to bounce back.

Second-up. First-up after nine months raced below expectations and keen; 6th of 13 at Stawell 4yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1300m, 4 len behind Where's Poppy with 59.5kg at $2.60. Previously second-up raced three wide; 6th of 14 at Bendigo Mdn on June 20 over 1500m, slow going 7 len behind Delta Tango with 59.5kg at $2.60. Should progress from first-up run.

Resumes after five-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign slowly away and struck interference near 800m; fourth of 8 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn November 22 over 2209m, 6 len behind Lorraine with 69.5kg at $4. Previously first up; fourth of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn November 5 over 1700m, 2.75 len behind Black Monsoon carrying 69.5kg at $4.50. May need the run.

Resuming. Finished off last preparation fourth of 8 at Wingatui 3yo+ Mdn June 6 over 2200m, on rain affected going; 22 len behind Camping carrying 58.5kg at $8.50. First up last campaign second last of 13 at Riverton 3yo+ Mdn April 5 2021 over 1600m, 20 len behind Wannabe 'N' Paris with 58.5kg at $31. Looks up against it. Back gelded.

Second-up. First-up after nine months tactics queried and crowded near 150m; eased back early on 7th of 13 at Stawell 4yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1300m, 5.5 len behind Where's Poppy with 59.5kg at $4.80. Previously second-up held up on straightening; made ground from midfield; 2nd of 12 at Geelong Mdn on June 18 over 1715m, slow going 5.5 len behind Bainbridge with 59.5kg at $3.30. Plenty of upside second up.

Resuming today after a ten weeks break. Finished off last campaign slowly away; fifth of 9 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn February 20 over 2000m, 7 len behind Alors Tu Crois carrying 59.5kg at $17. When resuming last campaign slowly away; sixth of 8 at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn January 28 over 1600m, on heavy track; 10 len behind Money For Old Rope carrying 59.5kg at $8. Ex-Japanese. Slow out in two Aussie runs. Could be a big improver.

Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last campaign laid in during race and proved difficult to ride out; third of 11 at Mornington 3yo+ Mdn Plate December 14 over 2000m, 6 len behind Romania with 59.5kg at $4. Previously first up; third of 9 (began awkwardly; keen; struck interference near 100m) at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn November 12 over 1875m, on heavy track; 0.5 len behind Svaneke with 59.5kg at $4. Blinkers are on. Looks a big chance.

Form hard to fault. Most recently raced wide without cover; held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Pakenham 4yo+ Mdn on April 21 over 1600m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Miss Keeler with 59.5kg at $4.50. The race before that carried wide near 200m; sat on the pace when 2nd of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn on April 9 over 1600m, neck behind Foxy Gal carrying 59.5kg at $16. Capable of a strong showing.

Resuming after a four-and-a-half months break. Finished off last preparation held up on straightening and minor injury; fourth of 10 at Terang 3yo+ Mdn December 20 over 2150m, 6 len behind Flying Feedy carrying 59.5kg at $9. Previously first up; third of 10 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; began awkwardly) at Hamilton 3yo+ Mdn November 22 over 1609m, a neck behind Jekyll'n'hyde carrying 69.5kg at $17. May need more time.

Third-up today. Resuming 5th of 13 (slowly away; keen; shifted in near 800m) at Stawell 4yo+ Mdn on April 17 over 1300m, 4 len behind Where's Poppy with 59.5kg at $11. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 8 at Bendigo 2yo+ Mdn on May 1 over 1600m, on heavy track; 0.9 len behind Forest Diamond with 59.5kg at $3.80. One of the main contenders.

This Dandino mare is a four-year-old having her first start. Purchased for AUD $ 15,000 (Inglis 2019 Melbourne Gold Yearling Sale). Has had no recent barrier trials. Might need the run.

Last start second last of 10 at Caulfield Vgold Distaff on April 23 over 1400m, 13 len behind Comica with 57kg at $201. The race before that eased back early on 9th of 14 at Werribee Mdn Plate on April 9 over 1400m, 6 len behind Luminara with 55.5kg at $26. Still likely to struggle after 2kg claim.

Resuming after a 11 weeks break. Finished off last preparation tactics queried; fourth in a small field at this track 3yo+ Mdn February 17 over 2350m, soft track; 7 len behind Contradeel carrying 67.5kg at $9. On debut 11th of 14 at this track 3yo+ Mdn December 9 over 1300m, 10 len behind Richmond Poet carrying 57.5kg at $41. Others better.

Second run back. First-up after about 18 months pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; ran last of 9 at Cranbourne 4yo+ Mdn on April 29 over 1400m, 12 len behind Miss Epernay with 59.5kg at $41. Previously second-up raced behind the speed prior to fading 9th of 13 at Dubbo Mdn Hcp on June 28 2020 over 1410m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Spilia with 55kg at $101. Unlikely to threaten.

At debut, slowly away and keen; 6th of 8 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn on April 24 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Copperfield with 59.5kg at $21. Can do better. Strong chance in this line-up.

Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming finished seventh of 12 runners (hampered early stages; tightened for room; eased near 600m) at Echuca OPEN on March 13 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Not To Be Mist with 57.5kg at $61. Second run from a spell finished fifth of 9 runners at Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m, on slow going 9 len behind Saunter Boy with 65kg at $9. Fitter now and won a trial over fences in good style in the lead up.

Having second run back today. Fresh up after a year slowly away; got back early finished seventh of 11 starters at Warracknabeal RST58 on April 16 over 1600m, 8 len behind Northern Bliss with 56kg at $51. Previously second-up clipped heels and blundered early stages; finished eighth of 13 runners at Stawell 3yo+ BM58 on March 5 2021 over 2000m, 4 len behind Holburt with 58kg at $41. Ready for sharp improvement off a solid return. Trial was good since.

Resuming after three months. Finished off last campaign winning by 0.5 len (protested against, dismissed) this track 3yo+ BM58 February 17 over 2350m slow track defeating Darken Up carrying 67kg at $26. When resuming last campaign 8 of 10 runners at Healesville OPEN December 11 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Hawkestone with 67kg at $17. Been solid in trials heading into this.

Last start ran on from midfield; finished eighth of 10 runners at Moe 3yo+ BM58 on April 25 over 2439m, on slow going 6 len behind Capellani carrying 61kg at $26. Race before won by 0.8 len Hamilton HDLE on April 3 over 3200m slow going defeating Serenade The Stars with 65kg at $12 in a hurdle. Winner over hurdles two back. Trial was fair.

Freshened for 31 days. Last start didn't finish the race at Hamilton HDLE on April 3 over 3200m. Race before slowly away; ran on from midfield; ran last in a small field at this track 3yo+ HDLE on March 25 over 3200m, on slow going 25 len behind St Arnicca carrying 65kg at $31. Doesn't profile as a likely winner.

Third-up today. Resuming ran last at Terang 3yo+ BM58 on March 18 over 2150m, on slow going 10 len behind El Diez with 70kg at $67. Second run from a spell ran on from midfield; ran last at Pakenham MHDLE on April 18 over 3200m, on slow going 8 len behind Blandford Lad carrying 69.5kg at $21. Plain over hurdles. Trial over fences was okay.

Last start finished fifth in a small field at Pakenham STPLE on April 18 over 3200m, on slow going 28 len behind Valac carrying 65kg at $21. Race before finished second in a small field at Hamilton 3yo+ STPLE on April 3 over 3200m, slow track; 7 len behind Vanguard carrying 65kg at $21. Didn't come on last time. New yard for this.

Second-up today. Fresh up after 10 months always well back before the turn; won by 1.3 len (slowly away) Werribee 3yo+ BM58 on April 22 over 1620m slow track defeating Pufnstuf with 62.5kg at $11. Previously second-up came from midfield; finished fourth of 9 starters at Terang 3yo+ BM58 on November 20 2020 over 2150m, 1.1 len behind Sterling Acheeva with 72kg at $5.50. Sharp enough to win over a mile on the flat fresh. Sound trial over fences since.

Last outing favourite; tracked on the speed and boxed on steadily; won by a head Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m slow going defeating Out And Dreaming with 69.5kg at $2.50 in a hurdle. Race before ran last in a small field at Caulfield BM100 on April 9 over 2400m, 4 len behind Maserartie Bay with 51kg at $21. Good display the other day and clearly the horse to beat.

Resuming after nine months. Finished off last campaign swab taken by order of stewards; 6 of 7 runners at Coleraine STPLE August 15 over 3600m, slow track; 17 len behind Riding High carrying 71.5kg at $2.30. Previous preparation first-up favourite; won by 2 len (wide early stages; became unbalanced) Pakenham MSTPLE July 18 over 3500m slow track defeating San Remo carrying 69.5kg at $1.70. Strong performer. Trials sound. Question of fitness.

Useful type. Last run laid out concluding stages; held ground to the line finished second of 9 runners at Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m, on slow going a head behind Saunter Boy with 65kg at $3.50. The start before that; made ground from midfield; finished sixth of 8 starters at Moonee Valley 3yo+ BM64 on March 18 over 2040m, 5 len behind Redjina with 60.5kg at $12. Chased the favourite home last time and can do again.

Last start finished tenth of 11 starters at Sale 3yo+ BM64 on April 27 over 2226m, on slow going 12 len behind Pharrell with 62kg at $61. Start before finished seventh of 9 runners at Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m, slow track; 15 len behind Saunter Boy carrying 65kg at $26. Unlikely to finish in the photo.

Useful type. Last outing rider concerned with action; came from midfield; finished fourth of 9 starters at Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m, slow track; 8 len behind Saunter Boy with 65kg at $5. The run before won by 2 len this track 3yo+ HDLE on March 25 over 3200m on rain affected going defeating Annunciate with 67.5kg at $2.10 in a hurdle. Contender under these conditions.

Last run finished third of 9 runners at Pakenham HDLE on April 18 over 3200m, on slow going 5 len behind Saunter Boy carrying 65kg at $9. Start before finished tenth of 12 starters at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ BM70 on April 6 over 2100m, 6 len behind Uniquely carrying 54kg at $51. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.

Last outing carried wide near 800m; finished seventh of 8 starters at Pakenham STPLE on April 18 over 3500m, slow track; 15 len behind Riding High carrying 65kg at $17. Run before made ground from midfield; finished fourth of 9 starters at Geelong 3yo+ MDN on April 1 over 2455m, 7 len behind No Envy carrying 59.5kg at $11. Looks one of the also-rans.

Last run slowly away; couldn't go on with it; finished fifth of 10 runners at Moe 3yo+ BM58 on April 25 over 2439m, slow track; 3.5 len behind Capellani with 63kg at $5. The start before that; held ground to the line finished third of 7 runners at Hamilton HDLE on April 3 over 3200m, on slow going 5 len behind Cheners with 69kg at $1.90. Continues to race well. Hurdle runs have been sound.

Useful gelding. Resumes off a 61 day let-up. Most recently 6th of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm78) on March 4 over 1200m, 5 len behind Maritana with 55.5kg at $17. The race before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 9 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm64) on February 18 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Rock Tycoon with 65.5kg at $17. Cannot be ruled out despite a plain effort last time.

Resuming after three-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation won by 0.8 len (raced three wide; shifted in near 150m) Sapphire Coast (Bm58) January 30 over 1000m slow track defeating Loose Wire with 65.5kg at $4. Previously first up; raced greenly; second last of 8 at Pakenham 3yo (Bm70) December 4 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Marine One carrying 57.5kg at $8. Must be included in the chances.

Third-up today. Resuming favourite; won by 2 len at Ballarat 3yo+ (Bm64) March 8 over 1100m on a soft track defeating Star Of Manhattan with 60kg at $10. Second run from a spell weakened near 100m; raced on the pace before fading second last of 11 at Caulfield 4yo+ (Bm70) on April 9 over 1100m, 5 len behind Embeller with 57.5kg at $4.30. Capable of a better showing. Blinkers back on.

Going well. Last start 2nd of 7 at Stawell (Bm70) on April 17 over 1100m, 2.5 len behind Damascus Moment carrying 59kg at $2.80. The run before that favourite; ran on from midfield and won by a head at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm64) March 1 over 1000m in the wet defeating Upper East Side with 60kg at $1.40. No surprise if he was in the finish.

Second-up. First-up after five months 9th of 15 at Sale 3yo+ (Bm64) on April 15 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Red Hot Nicc with 60.5kg at $10. Previously second-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn Plate on September 23 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Saskatoon with 57kg at $17. Should progress from first-up run.

Second run back. First-up after five months inconvenienced near 250m and weakened near 150m; second last of 8 at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm70) on April 20 over 1000m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Stay In Touch carrying 57kg at $6.50. Previously second-up laid out on straightening; did the work up front then tired 5th of 8 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm70) on November 12 over 955m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Lady Solly with 55kg at $8. Solid each-way hope.

Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation sixth of 10 at Bendigo 3yo+ (Bm64) December 12 over 1100m, 4 len behind Cosmic Rhapsody carrying 60kg at $6. Previous preparation first-up won by 0.8 len Coleraine 3yo+ (Bm64) August 5 over 1000m slow track defeating Smiler Marshall with 60.5kg at $3.30. Hard to enthuse.

Second-up. Comes off a 47-day let-up. First-up after eight months tracked the speed and boxed on steadily second last of 7 at Terang 3yo+ (Bm64) on March 18 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Gaius with 59kg at $2.80. Previously second-up got back early 3rd in a small field at Ballarat 3yo (Bm64) on May 19 over 1000m, on heavy track; 3 len behind Twist Of Fury carrying 61.5kg at $2.90. Fitter and worth thought.