Bendigo 30 June 2022
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Two-year-old filly first-starter by Sepoy out of Pas De Retraite. Likely to need the run.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Sepoy out of Pas De Retraite. Likely to need the run.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Rubick out of Ithinkso. Prefer to see her at the races before recommending.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Rubick out of Ithinkso. Prefer to see her at the races before recommending.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Whittington out of A Material Girl. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Whittington out of A Material Girl. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
At debut, made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 11 at Swan Hill 2yo Mdn on June 11 over 975m, on a slow track; head behind Wannabe Famous carrying 56kg at $8. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
At debut, made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 11 at Swan Hill 2yo Mdn on June 11 over 975m, on a slow track; head behind Wannabe Famous carrying 56kg at $8. Encouraging signs on debut and another big run is likely.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Toronado out of Little Rock. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Toronado out of Little Rock. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
First starter by Russian Revolution out of Magnagem. Trialled on June 14 when second at Tatura over 850m. Barrier an advantage. Wait and see how she goes under race conditions.
First starter by Russian Revolution out of Magnagem. Trialled on June 14 when second at Tatura over 850m. Barrier an advantage. Wait and see how she goes under race conditions.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Zoustar out of Villa Bled. Likely to have admirers.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Zoustar out of Villa Bled. Likely to have admirers.
Two-year-old filly by Lonhro out of Lilliburlero having her first start. Purchased for AUD $ 550,000 (Inglis 2021 Australian Easter Yearling Sale). Not seen publicly in trials. Strong profile. Market the best guide to her chances.
Two-year-old filly by Lonhro out of Lilliburlero having her first start. Purchased for AUD $ 550,000 (Inglis 2021 Australian Easter Yearling Sale). Not seen publicly in trials. Strong profile. Market the best guide to her chances.
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last preparation began awkwardly and crowded near 400m; tenth of 12 at Caulfield in the G3 Bd Prev.-F January 26 over 1000m, 6 len behind Miss Roseiano with 56kg at $61. On debut fourth in a small field at Caulfield 2yo Hcp January 8 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind Philosopher carrying 57kg at $13. Likely to play a major role.
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last preparation began awkwardly and crowded near 400m; tenth of 12 at Caulfield in the G3 Bd Prev.-F January 26 over 1000m, 6 len behind Miss Roseiano with 56kg at $61. On debut fourth in a small field at Caulfield 2yo Hcp January 8 over 1000m, 3.5 len behind Philosopher carrying 57kg at $13. Likely to play a major role.
Filly by Redente on debut. Finished fourth in a Tatura trial over 850m on June 14. Happy to overlook.
Filly by Redente on debut. Finished fourth in a Tatura trial over 850m on June 14. Happy to overlook.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Street Boss out of Navorina. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Street Boss out of Navorina. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Lonhro out of The Seductress. Prefer to see her at the races before recommending.
Two-year-old filly first-starter by Lonhro out of The Seductress. Prefer to see her at the races before recommending.
Resuming after a four-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign fifth of 8 at Wanganui 2yo Swp February 24 over 1200m, 9 len behind Perfectly Suited with 55kg at $1.60. On debut crowded near 250m; fourth of 8 at Ruakaka 2yo Swp February 9 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Desert Lightning carrying 55kg at $4.50. Looks forward enough after a recent trial win. Expect a bold showing.
Resuming after a four-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign fifth of 8 at Wanganui 2yo Swp February 24 over 1200m, 9 len behind Perfectly Suited with 55kg at $1.60. On debut crowded near 250m; fourth of 8 at Ruakaka 2yo Swp February 9 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Desert Lightning carrying 55kg at $4.50. Looks forward enough after a recent trial win. Expect a bold showing.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when began awkwardly; second last of 12 at Caulfield in the G3 Bd Prev.-F on January 26 over 1000m, 9 len behind Miss Roseiano carrying 56kg at $61. Likely to need this run.
Resumes from a spell after only one run when began awkwardly; second last of 12 at Caulfield in the G3 Bd Prev.-F on January 26 over 1000m, 9 len behind Miss Roseiano carrying 56kg at $61. Likely to need this run.
Open race to start the card but have sided with POIEMA (10) on top. She was tested at group level last time in and wasn't disgraced. The debut effort at Caulfield in a handy race is good enough to be strongly considered here. OUR TOTAL RECALL (15) is an imported two-year-old having his first run in this area for the Michael Moroney stable. He's trialled well and should be respected. LOVETTA (9) is a filly Lonhro who was an AUD $550,00 yearling who has jumped out well for a strong stable. STAR HARMONY (16) was just fair on debut at Sandown-Hillside but should find this easier.
Resuming after a break; only one run when began awkwardly; raced on the pace before fading to run blinkers first time; ran last of 10 at Kilmore 3yo+ Mdn Plate on January 25 over 1457m, 12 len behind Lady Hampton with 58kg at $61. Prefer to see how he returns.
Resuming after a break; only one run when began awkwardly; raced on the pace before fading to run blinkers first time; ran last of 10 at Kilmore 3yo+ Mdn Plate on January 25 over 1457m, 12 len behind Lady Hampton with 58kg at $61. Prefer to see how he returns.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Not raced for 48 days. Resuming began awkwardly and lost ground; ran on from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1000m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Safe Secret carrying 59.5kg at $12. Second-up 7th of 9 at Albury E&G Mdn on May 13 over 1175m, on rain affected going; 5.5 len behind Hey Michael carrying 55.5kg at $8.50. Solid prospects and a good barrier doesn’t hurt.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Not raced for 48 days. Resuming began awkwardly and lost ground; ran on from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn on April 10 over 1000m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Safe Secret carrying 59.5kg at $12. Second-up 7th of 9 at Albury E&G Mdn on May 13 over 1175m, on rain affected going; 5.5 len behind Hey Michael carrying 55.5kg at $8.50. Solid prospects and a good barrier doesn’t hurt.
Gelding by Rubick making his first race start. Has looked handy in his trials leading into this. Ran 3rd in a trial at Tatura over 850m on June 14. Will be better for this hitout.
Gelding by Rubick making his first race start. Has looked handy in his trials leading into this. Ran 3rd in a trial at Tatura over 850m on June 14. Will be better for this hitout.
Returns from the paddock today. Finished off last campaign sixth of 9 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn October 11 over 1209m, 4 len behind Satin Ruler with 59.5kg at $6.50. First up last campaign began awkwardly and laid in in the straight; fifth of 9 at Kyneton 3yo+ (Bm58) September 21 over 1112m, soft track; 2.5 len behind Aerovictory with 56kg at $41. Expected to play a major role.
Returns from the paddock today. Finished off last campaign sixth of 9 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn October 11 over 1209m, 4 len behind Satin Ruler with 59.5kg at $6.50. First up last campaign began awkwardly and laid in in the straight; fifth of 9 at Kyneton 3yo+ (Bm58) September 21 over 1112m, soft track; 2.5 len behind Aerovictory with 56kg at $41. Expected to play a major role.
Second-up. First-up after four months 2nd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1170m, on heavy track; 3.5 len behind Comanche North with 57.5kg at $3.80. Previously second-up slowly away and laid out near turn; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Kilmore 3yof Mdn on February 24 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind My Whisper with 57kg at $2.80. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Second-up. First-up after four months 2nd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1170m, on heavy track; 3.5 len behind Comanche North with 57.5kg at $3.80. Previously second-up slowly away and laid out near turn; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Kilmore 3yof Mdn on February 24 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind My Whisper with 57kg at $2.80. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Three-year-old filly first-starter by Host out of Browneyedhawk. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Three-year-old filly first-starter by Host out of Browneyedhawk. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Facing the starter for the first time. Four-year-old mare by Outreach out of Winesearch. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 850m at Tatura June 14. Wait and see her under race conditions.
Facing the starter for the first time. Four-year-old mare by Outreach out of Winesearch. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 850m at Tatura June 14. Wait and see her under race conditions.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation failed to handle going; second last of 10 at Moe 3yo+ Mdn Plate September 30 over 1117m, in the wet; 22 len behind Pinstriped carrying 55kg at $10. On debut slowly away; third of 11 at Tatura 3yo+ Mdn September 18 over 1000m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Baronessa with 55kg at $4. Prefer others.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation failed to handle going; second last of 10 at Moe 3yo+ Mdn Plate September 30 over 1117m, in the wet; 22 len behind Pinstriped carrying 55kg at $10. On debut slowly away; third of 11 at Tatura 3yo+ Mdn September 18 over 1000m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Baronessa with 55kg at $4. Prefer others.
Resuming after a five months break. Not seen since she finished near 500m and eased down; ran last of 12 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn February 5 over 1850m, 26 len behind Savileo carrying 57.5kg at $21. On debut began awkwardly; fifth of 9 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn October 15 over 1000m, in the wet; 16 len behind Sir Freddie carrying 57.5kg at $13. Cannot enthuse.
Resuming after a five months break. Not seen since she finished near 500m and eased down; ran last of 12 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn February 5 over 1850m, 26 len behind Savileo carrying 57.5kg at $21. On debut began awkwardly; fifth of 9 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn October 15 over 1000m, in the wet; 16 len behind Sir Freddie carrying 57.5kg at $13. Cannot enthuse.
Facing the starter for the first time. Two-year-old gelding by All Too Hard out of Collins. Trialled a while ago when fifth on February 7 at Cranbourne over 800m. Others preferred at this early stage.
Facing the starter for the first time. Two-year-old gelding by All Too Hard out of Collins. Trialled a while ago when fifth on February 7 at Cranbourne over 800m. Others preferred at this early stage.
At debut, struck interference at start; 4th of 8 at Swan Hill 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 975m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Classy Kenny carrying 55kg at $13. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
At debut, struck interference at start; 4th of 8 at Swan Hill 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 975m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Classy Kenny carrying 55kg at $13. Fair effort on debut but may need more racing.
At debut, slowly away; 6th of 11 at Swan Hill F&M Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Vagrant carrying 55.5kg at $13. Open to plenty of improvement.
At debut, slowly away; 6th of 11 at Swan Hill F&M Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Vagrant carrying 55.5kg at $13. Open to plenty of improvement.
Raced two times to date. At debut, tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Heywood with 59.5kg at $15. Last start overraced near 500m; 12th of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1170m, on a wet track; 21 len behind Comanche North with 59.5kg at $31. Looks to be making up the numbers.
Raced two times to date. At debut, tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Heywood with 59.5kg at $15. Last start overraced near 500m; 12th of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1170m, on a wet track; 21 len behind Comanche North with 59.5kg at $31. Looks to be making up the numbers.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation tactics queried; ninth of 11 at Wangaratta 3yo Mdn December 23 over 1170m, 10 len behind Ruby Mockingbird with 58kg at $67. On debut began awkwardly and keen; seventh of 9 at Benalla 3yo Mdn November 7 over 1112m, 8 len behind Fly On Bye carrying 58kg at $26. Form last time in not good enough.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation tactics queried; ninth of 11 at Wangaratta 3yo Mdn December 23 over 1170m, 10 len behind Ruby Mockingbird with 58kg at $67. On debut began awkwardly and keen; seventh of 9 at Benalla 3yo Mdn November 7 over 1112m, 8 len behind Fly On Bye carrying 58kg at $26. Form last time in not good enough.
ALL SHE WROTE (6) looks well placed here. She closed off well for second at Wangaratta on resumption and will strip fitter. Her efforts last time in read very well for this and she should go close. DARCI'S DEBUT (7) was okay on debut at Ballarat and has been given time to mature, looms as a danger. MRS BULL (14) ran midfield on debut at Swan Hill in a pleasing effort. With race improvement she can run an improved race. PHILADELPHIA FREE (3) was just fair first up but is better suited to the rise in trip today.
Second run back. First-up after five months 8th of 12 at Wodonga 2yo+ Mdn on May 28 over 1300m, slow going 7 len behind Sellente with 59.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up began awkwardly; ran on from midfield; 2nd of 7 at Wangaratta 3yo+ Mdn on November 16 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Psycho Kate with 59.5kg at $6. Unlikely to threaten.
Second run back. First-up after five months 8th of 12 at Wodonga 2yo+ Mdn on May 28 over 1300m, slow going 7 len behind Sellente with 59.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up began awkwardly; ran on from midfield; 2nd of 7 at Wangaratta 3yo+ Mdn on November 16 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Psycho Kate with 59.5kg at $6. Unlikely to threaten.
Third-up today. First-up slowly away and shifted out near 50m; came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 10 at Pakenham 4yo+ Mdn Plate on May 12 over 1200m, slow going neck behind Wewanda with 59.5kg at $101. Second run from a spell slowly away; 3rd of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1400m, 2 len behind Cooper Gem carrying 59.5kg at $8.50. Racing well. Has strong claims.
Third-up today. First-up slowly away and shifted out near 50m; came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 10 at Pakenham 4yo+ Mdn Plate on May 12 over 1200m, slow going neck behind Wewanda with 59.5kg at $101. Second run from a spell slowly away; 3rd of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1400m, 2 len behind Cooper Gem carrying 59.5kg at $8.50. Racing well. Has strong claims.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old gelding by Alpine Eagle out of Gwynethanne. Trialled a while ago when out of the placings over 1000m at Gawler February 10. This looks too tough.
Facing the starter for the first time. Three-year-old gelding by Alpine Eagle out of Gwynethanne. Trialled a while ago when out of the placings over 1000m at Gawler February 10. This looks too tough.
Most recently 4th of 12 at this track 3yo Mdn on June 19 over 1300m, on heavy track; 3.5 len behind Girello with 58kg at $31. Before that 7th of 14 at this track 3yo Mdn on June 4 over 1600m, in the wet; 8 len behind Jayeffthunder with 56kg at $7.50. This is well within his grasp.
Most recently 4th of 12 at this track 3yo Mdn on June 19 over 1300m, on heavy track; 3.5 len behind Girello with 58kg at $31. Before that 7th of 14 at this track 3yo Mdn on June 4 over 1600m, in the wet; 8 len behind Jayeffthunder with 56kg at $7.50. This is well within his grasp.
Second-up. First-up after five months 9th of 13 at Swan Hill E&G Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 9 len behind Just Johnno carrying 59.5kg at $13. Previously second-up came from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Benalla 3yo+ Mdn on January 16 over 1206m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Wine From Tears with 58kg at $6.50. Unlikely to threaten.
Second-up. First-up after five months 9th of 13 at Swan Hill E&G Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 9 len behind Just Johnno carrying 59.5kg at $13. Previously second-up came from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Benalla 3yo+ Mdn on January 16 over 1206m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Wine From Tears with 58kg at $6.50. Unlikely to threaten.
Second run back. First-up after six months 2nd of 13 at Swan Hill E&G Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 1.75 len behind Just Johnno with 59.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight; 5th of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ Mdn on November 19 over 1600m, 4 len behind Sheer Treasure with 59.5kg at $7.50. Among the leading chances.
Second run back. First-up after six months 2nd of 13 at Swan Hill E&G Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 1.75 len behind Just Johnno with 59.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up laid in in the straight; 5th of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ Mdn on November 19 over 1600m, 4 len behind Sheer Treasure with 59.5kg at $7.50. Among the leading chances.
Second run back. First-up after four months began awkwardly; 2nd of 12 at Casterton 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1200m, slow going 7 len behind I See You Coming with 57.5kg at $3.50. Previously second-up eased back early on 6th of 8 at Warrnambool 3yo Mdn Plate on February 17 over 1400m, slow going 12 len behind Wrote To Arataki carrying 56kg at $5. Among the leading chances.
Second run back. First-up after four months began awkwardly; 2nd of 12 at Casterton 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1200m, slow going 7 len behind I See You Coming with 57.5kg at $3.50. Previously second-up eased back early on 6th of 8 at Warrnambool 3yo Mdn Plate on February 17 over 1400m, slow going 12 len behind Wrote To Arataki carrying 56kg at $5. Among the leading chances.
On debut. Four-year-old mare by Lucas Cranach out of Muskerry Burns. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 1450m at Tatura June 14. Others preferred at this early stage.
On debut. Four-year-old mare by Lucas Cranach out of Muskerry Burns. Trialled recently when out of the placings over 1450m at Tatura June 14. Others preferred at this early stage.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Fiorente out of Secret Selection. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Two-year-old gelding first-starter by Fiorente out of Secret Selection. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Prefer others.
Resuming after a break; only one run when held up on straightening; with blinkers first time; 3rd in a small field at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on February 8 over 1200m, 9 len behind Do It La carrying 58kg at $5.50. Expect a bold showing.
Resuming after a break; only one run when held up on straightening; with blinkers first time; 3rd in a small field at Ballarat 2yo Mdn on February 8 over 1200m, 9 len behind Do It La carrying 58kg at $5.50. Expect a bold showing.
At the latest run keen; 3rd of 14 at Donald 2yo+ Mdn on June 18 over 1620m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Golden Crusader with 59.5kg at $26. Before that overraced early stages and laid in in the straight; 9th of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn Plate on June 6 over 1500m, 9 len behind The Red Kite carrying 59.5kg at $10. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.
At the latest run keen; 3rd of 14 at Donald 2yo+ Mdn on June 18 over 1620m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Golden Crusader with 59.5kg at $26. Before that overraced early stages and laid in in the straight; 9th of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn Plate on June 6 over 1500m, 9 len behind The Red Kite carrying 59.5kg at $10. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.
Racing well. At the latest run shifted in at start and became unbalanced; 4th of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Cooper Gem with 59.5kg at $15. Before that eased back early on 4th in a small field at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn Plate on May 23 over 1100m, 7 len behind Rose Tycoon with 59.5kg at $15. Likely to play a big role.
Racing well. At the latest run shifted in at start and became unbalanced; 4th of 8 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 9 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Cooper Gem with 59.5kg at $15. Before that eased back early on 4th in a small field at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn Plate on May 23 over 1100m, 7 len behind Rose Tycoon with 59.5kg at $15. Likely to play a big role.
Most recently 4th of 14 at Swan Hill 4yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Vittorina with 59.5kg at $7. The start before that 5th of 9 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on May 15 over 1300m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Bold Hoi Ho with 59.5kg at $31. Nicely placed to bounce back.
Most recently 4th of 14 at Swan Hill 4yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Vittorina with 59.5kg at $7. The start before that 5th of 9 at this track 2yo+ Mdn on May 15 over 1300m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Bold Hoi Ho with 59.5kg at $31. Nicely placed to bounce back.
Resuming after a six months break. Finished off last campaign slowly away and lame; sixth of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn December 30 over 2025m, 2 len behind Wolf Prince with 59.5kg at $3.80. First up last campaign slowly away; ran last of 14 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn October 22 over 1400m, 7 len behind Costaway carrying 59.5kg at $41. Don't dismiss lightly.
Resuming after a six months break. Finished off last campaign slowly away and lame; sixth of 8 at Werribee 3yo+ Mdn December 30 over 2025m, 2 len behind Wolf Prince with 59.5kg at $3.80. First up last campaign slowly away; ran last of 14 at Echuca 3yo+ Mdn October 22 over 1400m, 7 len behind Costaway carrying 59.5kg at $41. Don't dismiss lightly.
Third-up today. Resuming settled back and ran on when 7th of 11 at Echuca 2yo+ Mdn on June 2 over 1100m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Shambo with 59.5kg at $41. Second-up slowly away and hampered near 200m; 10th of 14 at Donald 2yo+ Mdn on June 18 over 1350m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Always Hapi with 59.5kg at $101. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Third-up today. Resuming settled back and ran on when 7th of 11 at Echuca 2yo+ Mdn on June 2 over 1100m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Shambo with 59.5kg at $41. Second-up slowly away and hampered near 200m; 10th of 14 at Donald 2yo+ Mdn on June 18 over 1350m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Always Hapi with 59.5kg at $101. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
CARMEN LUCIA (7) was well in the market first up and ran fourth at Ballarat Synthetic. She will strip much fitter with a host of gear changes for today's run. JACK'S HONOUR (2) closed off well for third last time over this trip. He'll get back from a tricky draw but is ready to peak here. FLYING CARMEN (8) was beaten 7 lengths into second first up at Casterton, no match for the winner. She'll appreciate a rise in trip here. LAURION (4) ran an improved race last time at this track and rates as a top four chance in an open race.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign seventh of 14 at Matamata 3yo+ Mdn March 30 over 2000m, 5.5 len behind Side Hustle carrying 57.5kg at $21. On debut sixth of 8 at Pukekohe 3yo+ Mdn November 11 over 1400m, 6 len behind Tu Meke Potae with 57.5kg at $8. Excellent chance while fresh.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign seventh of 14 at Matamata 3yo+ Mdn March 30 over 2000m, 5.5 len behind Side Hustle carrying 57.5kg at $21. On debut sixth of 8 at Pukekohe 3yo+ Mdn November 11 over 1400m, 6 len behind Tu Meke Potae with 57.5kg at $8. Excellent chance while fresh.
Second run back. First-up after seven months tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 7 over 1600m, 1.5 len behind Surething To Win with 57.5kg at $3.30. Previously second-up 2nd of 11 at Geelong 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 23 over 1755m, 0.5 len behind Inari carrying 58kg at $3.30. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Second run back. First-up after seven months tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 10 at Pakenham Synthetic 2yo+ Mdn on June 7 over 1600m, 1.5 len behind Surething To Win with 57.5kg at $3.30. Previously second-up 2nd of 11 at Geelong 3yo+ F&M Mdn on November 23 over 1755m, 0.5 len behind Inari carrying 58kg at $3.30. Leading chance with plenty of upside.
Third-up today. First-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Mildura Mdn Plate on May 29 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Another Rally carrying 57.5kg at $16. Second run from a spell overraced early stages and eased near 1000m; 4th of 11 at Swan Hill F&M Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 3 len behind Vagrant with 58kg at $31. Can improve. Top chance if at her best.
Third-up today. First-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 7 at Mildura Mdn Plate on May 29 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Another Rally carrying 57.5kg at $16. Second run from a spell overraced early stages and eased near 1000m; 4th of 11 at Swan Hill F&M Mdn on June 10 over 1200m, slow going 3 len behind Vagrant with 58kg at $31. Can improve. Top chance if at her best.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign fourth of 10 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn March 8 over 2600m, soft track; 3.5 len behind There For You with 57.5kg at $26. When resuming last campaign second last of 11 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn January 2 over 1400m, 6 len behind Matron Bullwinkel with 57.5kg at $101. Might need the run.
Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign fourth of 10 at Ballarat 3yo+ Mdn March 8 over 2600m, soft track; 3.5 len behind There For You with 57.5kg at $26. When resuming last campaign second last of 11 at Cranbourne 3yo+ Mdn January 2 over 1400m, 6 len behind Matron Bullwinkel with 57.5kg at $101. Might need the run.
Lining up for just third start. At debut, struggled in the run home; ran last of 7 at Kilmore 2yo+ F&M Mdn on May 26 over 1600m, slow going 10 len behind Shez Steamin' with 58kg at $12. Last start laid out in straight; 5th of 8 at Geelong 3yo F Mdn on June 5 over 1412m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Colombe D'or with 57kg at $61. Likely to struggle.
Lining up for just third start. At debut, struggled in the run home; ran last of 7 at Kilmore 2yo+ F&M Mdn on May 26 over 1600m, slow going 10 len behind Shez Steamin' with 58kg at $12. Last start laid out in straight; 5th of 8 at Geelong 3yo F Mdn on June 5 over 1412m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Colombe D'or with 57kg at $61. Likely to struggle.
At the latest run raced wide without cover; 3rd of 11 at Swan Hill 2&3yo Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, slow going 4 len behind Jenniferenti with 57.5kg at $21. Before that 4th of 8 at Geelong 3yo F Mdn on June 5 over 1412m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Colombe D'or carrying 57kg at $8. Excellent winning chance with the help of an inside draw.
At the latest run raced wide without cover; 3rd of 11 at Swan Hill 2&3yo Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, slow going 4 len behind Jenniferenti with 57.5kg at $21. Before that 4th of 8 at Geelong 3yo F Mdn on June 5 over 1412m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Colombe D'or carrying 57kg at $8. Excellent winning chance with the help of an inside draw.
Most recently sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 12 at Casterton 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1400m, slow going 2.25 len behind Pretty Boy carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. Before that wide throughout and keen; 6th of 8 at Casterton Mdn Plate on May 15 over 1200m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Coastal Town with 57.5kg at $4.50. Best form should see her measure right up.
Most recently sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 12 at Casterton 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1400m, slow going 2.25 len behind Pretty Boy carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. Before that wide throughout and keen; 6th of 8 at Casterton Mdn Plate on May 15 over 1200m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Coastal Town with 57.5kg at $4.50. Best form should see her measure right up.
Last start made ground from midfield; 2nd of 14 at Swan Hill 4yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, on a slow track; 0.8 len behind Vittorina with 57.5kg at $26. The run before that hampered at start; 8th of 13 at this track Mdn Plate on June 4 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 8 len behind Vikander carrying 57.5kg at $31. Wide gate will test.
Last start made ground from midfield; 2nd of 14 at Swan Hill 4yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1600m, on a slow track; 0.8 len behind Vittorina with 57.5kg at $26. The run before that hampered at start; 8th of 13 at this track Mdn Plate on June 4 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 8 len behind Vikander carrying 57.5kg at $31. Wide gate will test.
Third-up today. Resuming laid in in the straight; 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on May 22 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Mio Sorrento carrying 57.5kg at $6. Last start shifted in near 1200m and rider told to use more care; held ground to the line 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1590m, on heavy track; 1.1 len behind Eaglesaurus carrying 57.5kg at $4.50. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Third-up today. Resuming laid in in the straight; 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on May 22 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Mio Sorrento carrying 57.5kg at $6. Last start shifted in near 1200m and rider told to use more care; held ground to the line 3rd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1590m, on heavy track; 1.1 len behind Eaglesaurus carrying 57.5kg at $4.50. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Resumes off a 48 day let-up. Last start 5th of 9 at Geelong 2yo+ Mdn on May 13 over 1765m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind The Untacklabull carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. The run before that shifted out early stages; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1850m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Retrospection with 57.5kg at $7. Strong winning hope.
Resumes off a 48 day let-up. Last start 5th of 9 at Geelong 2yo+ Mdn on May 13 over 1765m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind The Untacklabull carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. The run before that shifted out early stages; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on April 23 over 1850m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Retrospection with 57.5kg at $7. Strong winning hope.
Third-up today. Resuming slowly away and eased near 600m; 7th of 12 at Wodonga 2yo+ Mdn on May 28 over 1300m, slow going 5 len behind Sellente with 57.5kg at $41. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily with blinkers first time; 2nd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1590m, in the wet; nose behind Eaglesaurus with 57.5kg at $61. Promising effort last time out. Solid prospect.
Third-up today. Resuming slowly away and eased near 600m; 7th of 12 at Wodonga 2yo+ Mdn on May 28 over 1300m, slow going 5 len behind Sellente with 57.5kg at $41. Last start tracked the speed and boxed on steadily with blinkers first time; 2nd of 14 at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn on June 16 over 1590m, in the wet; nose behind Eaglesaurus with 57.5kg at $61. Promising effort last time out. Solid prospect.
Third-up today. First-up slowly away; got back early 8th of 10 at Port Augusta 2yo+ Mdn on May 13 over 1100m, 17 len behind Mendooran with 57.5kg at $10. Last start began awkwardly; 8th of 12 at Port Augusta 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1200m, 10 len behind Jimmy Da Dozer carrying 55.5kg at $16. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Third-up today. First-up slowly away; got back early 8th of 10 at Port Augusta 2yo+ Mdn on May 13 over 1100m, 17 len behind Mendooran with 57.5kg at $10. Last start began awkwardly; 8th of 12 at Port Augusta 2yo+ Mdn on June 12 over 1200m, 10 len behind Jimmy Da Dozer carrying 55.5kg at $16. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
Second-up. First-up after five months began awkwardly and warning - uncompetitive; second last of 12 at Wodonga Mdn on May 28 over 1590m, slow going 34 len behind Vayamos carrying 57.5kg at $101. Previously second-up 10th of 13 at Wangaratta 3yo+ Mdn on December 2 over 1400m, 15 len behind Gateaux carrying 57.5kg at $101. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second-up. First-up after five months began awkwardly and warning - uncompetitive; second last of 12 at Wodonga Mdn on May 28 over 1590m, slow going 34 len behind Vayamos carrying 57.5kg at $101. Previously second-up 10th of 13 at Wangaratta 3yo+ Mdn on December 2 over 1400m, 15 len behind Gateaux carrying 57.5kg at $101. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign sixth of 11 at Moe Mdn Plate April 25 over 2082m, soft track; 9 len behind Maktastic with 56kg at $21. First up last campaign fifth of 10 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn February 10 over 1400m, 14 len behind Tobaysure carrying 57.5kg at $26. Cannot make a strong case.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign sixth of 11 at Moe Mdn Plate April 25 over 2082m, soft track; 9 len behind Maktastic with 56kg at $21. First up last campaign fifth of 10 at Pakenham 3yo+ Mdn February 10 over 1400m, 14 len behind Tobaysure carrying 57.5kg at $26. Cannot make a strong case.
APPEALING (2) makes most appeal here after boxing on for a strong second when resuming at Pakenham Synthetic. Will strip fitter and maps for another soft run on the speed. POLITE APPLAUSE (10) ran well last time out on heavy ground at Wangaratta. She can make further improvement today. FRONT LAWN (6) ran a good race when up to this trip last start at Swan Hill. She draws softer today and can improve again. BEACH STREET (3) closed off well over 1200m last time out and looks ready for a step up in trip now.
Useful gelding. Resumes off a 29 day let-up. Last start raced wide without cover and bumped rival; 5th of 10 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 1 over 2400m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Teofilo Star with 58kg at $5.50. The race before that failed to handle going; 7th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Young Hostess carrying 58kg at $3.50. Better than that recent plain performance suggests.
Useful gelding. Resumes off a 29 day let-up. Last start raced wide without cover and bumped rival; 5th of 10 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 1 over 2400m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Teofilo Star with 58kg at $5.50. The race before that failed to handle going; 7th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Young Hostess carrying 58kg at $3.50. Better than that recent plain performance suggests.
Most recently began awkwardly; 3rd of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 24 over 2200m, 3.5 len behind Heljami with 59kg at $9. The race before that 8th of 14 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ (Bm78) on June 11 over 2400m, in the wet; 13 len behind Horrifying with 54kg at $81. Worth following up.
Most recently began awkwardly; 3rd of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 24 over 2200m, 3.5 len behind Heljami with 59kg at $9. The race before that 8th of 14 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ (Bm78) on June 11 over 2400m, in the wet; 13 len behind Horrifying with 54kg at $81. Worth following up.
Useful type. Most recently won by 3 len at Echuca 3yo+ Hcp (58) June 25 over 2100m in the wet defeating Mahsinger with 57kg at $12. The run before that slowly away; with blinkers first time; second last of 14 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 1 over 2100m, in the wet; 20 len behind Gate Crash with 54kg at $81. Should go well in this line up.
Useful type. Most recently won by 3 len at Echuca 3yo+ Hcp (58) June 25 over 2100m in the wet defeating Mahsinger with 57kg at $12. The run before that slowly away; with blinkers first time; second last of 14 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 1 over 2100m, in the wet; 20 len behind Gate Crash with 54kg at $81. Should go well in this line up.
Second run back. First-up after nine months slowly away; 10th of 12 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 2440m, on a wet track; 18 len behind Ferago carrying 59kg at $13. Previously second-up 4th of 13 at Clonmel 4-7yo Open on June 11 2021 over 3268m, 5 len behind Dani Barcelona with 71.5kg at $81. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after nine months slowly away; 10th of 12 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 2440m, on a wet track; 18 len behind Ferago carrying 59kg at $13. Previously second-up 4th of 13 at Clonmel 4-7yo Open on June 11 2021 over 3268m, 5 len behind Dani Barcelona with 71.5kg at $81. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Racing well. Last start favourite; scored a big 5 len win at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) June 4 over 3600m in heavy going defeating Dente carrying 54kg at $2.30. Before that tactics queried; held ground to the line 2nd of 8 at Stawell 3yo+ (Bm64) on May 19 over 3600m, 1.3 len behind Eaton with 56.5kg at $3.80. Great chance to win again. Take seriously.
Racing well. Last start favourite; scored a big 5 len win at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) June 4 over 3600m in heavy going defeating Dente carrying 54kg at $2.30. Before that tactics queried; held ground to the line 2nd of 8 at Stawell 3yo+ (Bm64) on May 19 over 3600m, 1.3 len behind Eaton with 56.5kg at $3.80. Great chance to win again. Take seriously.
Form hard to fault. Most recently 3rd of 8 at Gosford 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 2600m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Funambulist carrying 57.5kg at $8. The race before that ran on from midfield and won by a nose at Muswellbrook 3yo+ (Bm66) May 22 over 2300m in the wet defeating House Wins with 57.5kg at $3. Genuine chance on the back of the last effort.
Form hard to fault. Most recently 3rd of 8 at Gosford 3yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 2600m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Funambulist carrying 57.5kg at $8. The race before that ran on from midfield and won by a nose at Muswellbrook 3yo+ (Bm66) May 22 over 2300m in the wet defeating House Wins with 57.5kg at $3. Genuine chance on the back of the last effort.
Last start eased back early on 8th of 10 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn on June 17 over 2440m, in the wet; 19 len behind Meiner Legacy with 57.5kg at $31. Before that 10th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, on a slow track; 15 len behind Young Hostess with 52.5kg at $201. The 3kg claim won't be enough to put him into contention.
Last start eased back early on 8th of 10 at Geelong 3yo+ Mdn on June 17 over 2440m, in the wet; 19 len behind Meiner Legacy with 57.5kg at $31. Before that 10th of 14 at Warrnambool 3yo+ (Bm70) on May 3 over 2350m, on a slow track; 15 len behind Young Hostess with 52.5kg at $201. The 3kg claim won't be enough to put him into contention.
Last start 4th of 12 at Echuca 3yo+ Hcp (58) on June 25 over 2100m, on heavy track; 4 len behind Landgrave with 53kg at $6. The race before that 2nd of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 4 over 3600m, on a wet track; 5 len behind Jukila with 54kg at $15. Unlikely to threaten.
Last start 4th of 12 at Echuca 3yo+ Hcp (58) on June 25 over 2100m, on heavy track; 4 len behind Landgrave with 53kg at $6. The race before that 2nd of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) on June 4 over 3600m, on a wet track; 5 len behind Jukila with 54kg at $15. Unlikely to threaten.
Most recently checked near 800m; settled back and ran on when 6th of 9 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn Hrdl on June 19 over 3200m, on heavy track; 22 len behind Mighty Oasis carrying 64.5kg at $21. Before that raced wide without cover; 8th of 10 at Warrnambool Mdn Hdle on May 3 over 3200m, slow going 16 len behind Rider In The Snow carrying 64.5kg at $26. Hard to enthuse.
Most recently checked near 800m; settled back and ran on when 6th of 9 at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn Hrdl on June 19 over 3200m, on heavy track; 22 len behind Mighty Oasis carrying 64.5kg at $21. Before that raced wide without cover; 8th of 10 at Warrnambool Mdn Hdle on May 3 over 3200m, slow going 16 len behind Rider In The Snow carrying 64.5kg at $26. Hard to enthuse.
JUKILA (6) was a dominant winner over this track and distance last time out when able to lead throughout. He only rises 2kg in weight and will prove hard to beat. BORDER LEICESTER (3) was solid over 2200m at Ballarat Synthetic last time out but is much better suited over the marathon trip and will stay all day. BAZINI (2) is a sound stayer who will appreciate the extra trip and must be respected for the Wilde stable. BOYSZEE (1) was just fair last time but must be respected for the Maher & Eustace stable.
Second run back. First-up after four months 7th of 10 at Donald 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 18 over 1350m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Set To Prophet carrying 60.5kg at $31. Previously second-up slowly away; 6th of 8 at Donald Donald Cup on November 14 over 1620m, 2.25 len behind Portland Jimmy with 54kg at $26. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after four months 7th of 10 at Donald 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 18 over 1350m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Set To Prophet carrying 60.5kg at $31. Previously second-up slowly away; 6th of 8 at Donald Donald Cup on November 14 over 1620m, 2.25 len behind Portland Jimmy with 54kg at $26. Fitter but must improve sharply.
At the latest run 5th of 10 at Sandown-Hillside (Bm70) on June 15 over 1800m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Impulsar carrying 58.5kg at $13. The start before that sat on the pace when 3rd of 7 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm70) on May 20 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Tinandali carrying 58.5kg at $7. Easily accounted for last start but is capable of better.
At the latest run 5th of 10 at Sandown-Hillside (Bm70) on June 15 over 1800m, on a wet track; 6 len behind Impulsar carrying 58.5kg at $13. The start before that sat on the pace when 3rd of 7 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm70) on May 20 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Tinandali carrying 58.5kg at $7. Easily accounted for last start but is capable of better.
At the latest run laid out in straight; faded in the straight 5th of 10 at Sale 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 8 over 1736m, in the wet; 5 len behind Shadow Hawk carrying 60.5kg at $15. Before that keen; ran last of 7 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 13 over 1300m, slow going 14 len behind Next Ride carrying 60.5kg at $7.50. Needs plenty of luck.
At the latest run laid out in straight; faded in the straight 5th of 10 at Sale 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 8 over 1736m, in the wet; 5 len behind Shadow Hawk carrying 60.5kg at $15. Before that keen; ran last of 7 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 13 over 1300m, slow going 14 len behind Next Ride carrying 60.5kg at $7.50. Needs plenty of luck.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Comes off a 56 day let-up. First-up raced on the pace before fading 10th of 12 at Newcastle E&G (Bm64) on April 21 over 1400m, 13 len behind New Republic with 61.5kg at $26. Second run from a spell rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 12 at Wagga (Bm66) on May 5 over 2000m, 2 len behind Lumber Dream with 61.5kg at $8. Will need to find plenty of improvement.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Comes off a 56 day let-up. First-up raced on the pace before fading 10th of 12 at Newcastle E&G (Bm64) on April 21 over 1400m, 13 len behind New Republic with 61.5kg at $26. Second run from a spell rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 12 at Wagga (Bm66) on May 5 over 2000m, 2 len behind Lumber Dream with 61.5kg at $8. Will need to find plenty of improvement.
At the latest run slowly away and raced wide without cover; got back early 7th of 11 at Swan Hill (Bm70) on June 10 over 1600m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Mr Pickwick carrying 54.5kg at $10. The run before that slowly away; took up a position near the tail 2nd of 11 at Mildura (Bm70) on May 29 over 1400m, slow going nose behind Our Modena with 54.5kg at $8. Capable of a big finish so don’t write him off.
At the latest run slowly away and raced wide without cover; got back early 7th of 11 at Swan Hill (Bm70) on June 10 over 1600m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Mr Pickwick carrying 54.5kg at $10. The run before that slowly away; took up a position near the tail 2nd of 11 at Mildura (Bm70) on May 29 over 1400m, slow going nose behind Our Modena with 54.5kg at $8. Capable of a big finish so don’t write him off.
Form hard to fault. At the latest run won by 8 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) June 16 over 1590m in the wet defeating Stand To Attention carrying 58kg at $21. The start before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 10 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 27 over 1500m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Fiasco Tess with 56.5kg at $7.50. Nicely drawn and should prove hard to beat.
Form hard to fault. At the latest run won by 8 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) June 16 over 1590m in the wet defeating Stand To Attention carrying 58kg at $21. The start before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 10 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 27 over 1500m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Fiasco Tess with 56.5kg at $7.50. Nicely drawn and should prove hard to beat.
Useful type. Most recently settled back and ran on when 7th of 12 at Flemington 3yo Hcp on June 4 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Jimmy The Bear carrying 54.5kg at $17. Before that began awkwardly and held up near 400m; 2nd of 13 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo (Bm64) on May 22 over 1400m, 0.8 len behind Belle Et Riche carrying 59kg at $10. Sure to be right there at the business end.
Useful type. Most recently settled back and ran on when 7th of 12 at Flemington 3yo Hcp on June 4 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Jimmy The Bear carrying 54.5kg at $17. Before that began awkwardly and held up near 400m; 2nd of 13 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo (Bm64) on May 22 over 1400m, 0.8 len behind Belle Et Riche carrying 59kg at $10. Sure to be right there at the business end.
Most recently keen; ran last of 10 at this track Elmore Cup-Bm70 on June 4 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 9 len behind Flossing with 54kg at $13. The run before that ran on from midfield and won by 3 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 22 over 1590m on a rain affected track defeating Galierro carrying 60kg at $8.50. Not one of the top selections.
Most recently keen; ran last of 10 at this track Elmore Cup-Bm70 on June 4 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 9 len behind Flossing with 54kg at $13. The run before that ran on from midfield and won by 3 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 22 over 1590m on a rain affected track defeating Galierro carrying 60kg at $8.50. Not one of the top selections.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resumes off a 43 day letup. First-up favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 2 len at Newcastle Mdn Plate April 21 over 1300m defeating Baranof with 58.5kg at $2.30. Second-up did the work up front then tired second last of 8 (tactics queried; keen; poor recovery) at Randwick Kensington 3yo (Bm68) on May 18 over 1550m, on a slow track; 13 len behind Tympanist carrying 58kg at $3.50. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resumes off a 43 day letup. First-up favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 2 len at Newcastle Mdn Plate April 21 over 1300m defeating Baranof with 58.5kg at $2.30. Second-up did the work up front then tired second last of 8 (tactics queried; keen; poor recovery) at Randwick Kensington 3yo (Bm68) on May 18 over 1550m, on a slow track; 13 len behind Tympanist carrying 58kg at $3.50. Well placed. Should prove hard to beat.
Most recently 7th of 13 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 19 over 1500m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Kiss Me If You Can carrying 59kg at $41. Before that slowly away; got back early 6th of 11 at Swan Hill (Bm70) on June 10 over 1600m, slow going 6 len behind Mr Pickwick with 56.5kg at $67. Fully tested on her recent run.
Most recently 7th of 13 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 19 over 1500m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Kiss Me If You Can carrying 59kg at $41. Before that slowly away; got back early 6th of 11 at Swan Hill (Bm70) on June 10 over 1600m, slow going 6 len behind Mr Pickwick with 56.5kg at $67. Fully tested on her recent run.
Useful type. Last start raced wide without cover; settled back and ran on when 4th of 7 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Hcp (C1) on June 9 over 1500m, 8 len behind Silent Surrente carrying 59kg at $3.30. The run before that slowly away; settled back and ran on when 10th of 13 at Flemington 3yo F (Bm78) on May 21 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Kir Royale carrying 53.5kg at $41. Nice alley and worth including.
Useful type. Last start raced wide without cover; settled back and ran on when 4th of 7 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ Hcp (C1) on June 9 over 1500m, 8 len behind Silent Surrente carrying 59kg at $3.30. The run before that slowly away; settled back and ran on when 10th of 13 at Flemington 3yo F (Bm78) on May 21 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Kir Royale carrying 53.5kg at $41. Nice alley and worth including.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming from last on the turn 5th of 10 at Moe 2yo+ Hcp (58) on June 5 over 1217m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Elvaric carrying 54kg at $26. Second-up slowly away; ran last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 4yo+ M (Bm70) on June 15 over 1400m, in the wet; 19 len behind Cyclone Sally carrying 54kg at $201. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming from last on the turn 5th of 10 at Moe 2yo+ Hcp (58) on June 5 over 1217m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Elvaric carrying 54kg at $26. Second-up slowly away; ran last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 4yo+ M (Bm70) on June 15 over 1400m, in the wet; 19 len behind Cyclone Sally carrying 54kg at $201. Will need plenty of improvement to feature.
JAPERY (2) was well fancied last time but found a couple better at Murray Bridge, running a sound third. This is a sharp drop in grade and if he runs out the 1600m he should be hard to beat. HEAVENLY EAGLE (8) found the line well in a stronger race at Flemington last time out and now looks ready for the extra trip. PODIUM (11) has been let-up since struggling when well in the market at Randwick-Kensington but best form would see him very competitive. OTYRAR (9) was just fair when well in the market at Ballarat Synthetic but will strip fitter and can improve.
Second-up today. Last run pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; ran last of 7 at this track 2yo+ F&M (Bm64) on June 19 over 1100m, on heavy track; 9 len behind First Division carrying 60.5kg at $21. At only start last preparation raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) on April 14 2021 over 1100m, 2 len behind Zorro's Dream carrying 58.5kg at $21. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second-up today. Last run pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; ran last of 7 at this track 2yo+ F&M (Bm64) on June 19 over 1100m, on heavy track; 9 len behind First Division carrying 60.5kg at $21. At only start last preparation raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 7 at this track 3yo+ (Bm70) on April 14 2021 over 1100m, 2 len behind Zorro's Dream carrying 58.5kg at $21. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Form hard to fault. Last start 3rd of 8 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Rolling Moss with 61kg at $2.90. The run before that came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 9 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 15 over 1100m, on a wet track; 2.5 len behind Kooled with 61kg at $17. One of the chief contenders.
Form hard to fault. Last start 3rd of 8 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Rolling Moss with 61kg at $2.90. The run before that came home strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 9 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 15 over 1100m, on a wet track; 2.5 len behind Kooled with 61kg at $17. One of the chief contenders.
Useful type. Most recently slowly away; got back early 7th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 1200m, 4 len behind Allegretta carrying 61kg at $7.50. The start before that laid in in the straight and shifted in concluding stages; ran on strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 23 over 1100m, 2 len behind Pal's Reward carrying 63kg at $10. Will be winding up strongly.
Useful type. Most recently slowly away; got back early 7th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 1200m, 4 len behind Allegretta carrying 61kg at $7.50. The start before that laid in in the straight and shifted in concluding stages; ran on strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 23 over 1100m, 2 len behind Pal's Reward carrying 63kg at $10. Will be winding up strongly.
Back after a long spell. Only had one start last preparation ran on from midfield and won by 2 len at Wangaratta 3yo+ (Bm58) September 6 over 1100m in the wet defeating Trotsie carrying 63kg at $11. Won previous preparation first up tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 0.8 len at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) January 12 2021 over 1100m defeating Patented with 62.5kg at $4.50. Won trial at Tatura over 850m on June 14. Will struggle against these.
Back after a long spell. Only had one start last preparation ran on from midfield and won by 2 len at Wangaratta 3yo+ (Bm58) September 6 over 1100m in the wet defeating Trotsie carrying 63kg at $11. Won previous preparation first up tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 0.8 len at Kilmore 3yo+ (Bm58) January 12 2021 over 1100m defeating Patented with 62.5kg at $4.50. Won trial at Tatura over 850m on June 14. Will struggle against these.
Second run back. First-up after a year pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 9th of 14 at Swan Hill 3yo (Bm64) on June 12 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Danaustar carrying 58kg at $51. Previously second-up won by a head at Sandown-Lakeside 2yo F Hcp June 16 2021 over 1300m in soft going defeating Whatafox with 59kg at $21. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Second run back. First-up after a year pre race incident and passed fit at barrier; 9th of 14 at Swan Hill 3yo (Bm64) on June 12 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Danaustar carrying 58kg at $51. Previously second-up won by a head at Sandown-Lakeside 2yo F Hcp June 16 2021 over 1300m in soft going defeating Whatafox with 59kg at $21. Fitter but must improve sharply.
Resuming today after a five months break. Finished off last preparation seventh of 12 at Flemington 3yo+ (Bm64) January 21 over 1100m, 3 len behind Yulong Knight with 60kg at $21. Previous preparation first-up won by a neck (raced three wide) Benalla 3yo+ Mdn October 8 over 1106m defeating Are You Gold Enuff carrying 59.5kg at $11. Has been trialling well leading into this first up run.
Resuming today after a five months break. Finished off last preparation seventh of 12 at Flemington 3yo+ (Bm64) January 21 over 1100m, 3 len behind Yulong Knight with 60kg at $21. Previous preparation first-up won by a neck (raced three wide) Benalla 3yo+ Mdn October 8 over 1106m defeating Are You Gold Enuff carrying 59.5kg at $11. Has been trialling well leading into this first up run.
Raced twice to date. At debut, ran on from midfield; 2nd of 13 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; laid in in the straight) at this track Mdn Plate on June 4 over 1100m, on heavy track; 0.8 len behind Vikander carrying 57.5kg at $8.50. Second-up favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 3.5 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn June 16 over 1170m in the wet defeating All She Wrote with 59.5kg at $2.50. Rates well. Big chance.
Raced twice to date. At debut, ran on from midfield; 2nd of 13 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; laid in in the straight) at this track Mdn Plate on June 4 over 1100m, on heavy track; 0.8 len behind Vikander carrying 57.5kg at $8.50. Second-up favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 3.5 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ Mdn June 16 over 1170m in the wet defeating All She Wrote with 59.5kg at $2.50. Rates well. Big chance.
Resuming after a four months break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 10 at Hamilton 3yo+ (Bm64) February 28 over 1100m, soft track; 5 len behind Ashford Street with 57kg at $5.50. First up last campaign rider's whip entangled; second of 11 at Mornington 4yo+ Mdn December 29 over 1200m, a head behind Inner Spirit with 57.5kg at $4.80. Should run well.
Resuming after a four months break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 10 at Hamilton 3yo+ (Bm64) February 28 over 1100m, soft track; 5 len behind Ashford Street with 57kg at $5.50. First up last campaign rider's whip entangled; second of 11 at Mornington 4yo+ Mdn December 29 over 1200m, a head behind Inner Spirit with 57.5kg at $4.80. Should run well.
Going well. Last start keen; 4th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 1200m, 1.1 len behind Allegretta carrying 59kg at $4.80. The start before that held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm54) on May 27 over 1200m, on a slow track; head behind Beautrooper with 59kg at $8. Drawn well and is among the chances.
Going well. Last start keen; 4th of 9 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 9 over 1200m, 1.1 len behind Allegretta carrying 59kg at $4.80. The start before that held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm54) on May 27 over 1200m, on a slow track; head behind Beautrooper with 59kg at $8. Drawn well and is among the chances.
Resuming after a nine months break. Finished off last campaign keen; fifth of 10 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm64) September 29 over 1755m, 2 len behind Maid Of Iron carrying 58.5kg at $3.30. Previous preparation first-up won by a neck (slowly away) Pakenham Synthetic 3yo+ Mdn August 3 over 1200m defeating Lonhgoal carrying 59.5kg at $1.80. Looks a key runner while fresh.
Resuming after a nine months break. Finished off last campaign keen; fifth of 10 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm64) September 29 over 1755m, 2 len behind Maid Of Iron carrying 58.5kg at $3.30. Previous preparation first-up won by a neck (slowly away) Pakenham Synthetic 3yo+ Mdn August 3 over 1200m defeating Lonhgoal carrying 59.5kg at $1.80. Looks a key runner while fresh.
Last start 5th of 12 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 975m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Royal Dress carrying 58.5kg at $61. Before that overraced early, middle stages and weakened near 600m; 7th of 9 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 15 over 1300m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Red Red Wine carrying 58.5kg at $21. Wide draw makes it tough.
Last start 5th of 12 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 975m, on a slow track; 1.4 len behind Royal Dress carrying 58.5kg at $61. Before that overraced early, middle stages and weakened near 600m; 7th of 9 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 15 over 1300m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Red Red Wine carrying 58.5kg at $21. Wide draw makes it tough.
Resuming after a six-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign checked near 200m; eighth of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm64) December 17 over 1600m, 12 len behind Just Stellar with 57.5kg at $15. When resuming last campaign fourth of 9 at Pakenham 3yo+ (Bm64) November 5 over 1200m, soft track; 2.25 len behind Design Artist carrying 58.5kg at $17. Other runners rate better.
Resuming after a six-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign checked near 200m; eighth of 10 at Moonee Valley 3yo+ (Bm64) December 17 over 1600m, 12 len behind Just Stellar with 57.5kg at $15. When resuming last campaign fourth of 9 at Pakenham 3yo+ (Bm64) November 5 over 1200m, soft track; 2.25 len behind Design Artist carrying 58.5kg at $17. Other runners rate better.
COMANCHE NORTH (8) was a dominant winner in maiden grade at Wangaratta when able to sit close to the speed. If the track stays wet he should revel again and prove tough to beat. REAL GUN (2) was well fancied last time at Echuca, running a sound third. He's racing well and must be included again. LOUDUN (7) went out for a spell as a winner and has been given time to mature. FROM PANTHERLAND (15) has taken on strong races throughout his career and can run well despite the drop in trip.
Second run back. First-up after two months held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 3 len behind Ojosan carrying 61kg at $5. Previously second-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at Benalla 3yo+ Hcp (C2) on April 12 over 1106m, 2.5 len behind Kooled carrying 61kg at $4. Fitter and worth including.
Second run back. First-up after two months held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 3 len behind Ojosan carrying 61kg at $5. Previously second-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at Benalla 3yo+ Hcp (C2) on April 12 over 1106m, 2.5 len behind Kooled carrying 61kg at $4. Fitter and worth including.
Useful type. Last start 5th of 11 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 19 over 1000m, on heavy track; 2.5 len behind Hard Reality with 61.5kg at $5.50. The run before that keen and laid in in the straight; 7th of 12 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 975m, slow going 2.25 len behind Royal Dress carrying 59kg at $6.50. Showed enough last start to suggest he can take this out.
Useful type. Last start 5th of 11 at this track 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 19 over 1000m, on heavy track; 2.5 len behind Hard Reality with 61.5kg at $5.50. The run before that keen and laid in in the straight; 7th of 12 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 975m, slow going 2.25 len behind Royal Dress carrying 59kg at $6.50. Showed enough last start to suggest he can take this out.
Second run back. First-up after six months failed to handle going and poor recovery; 8th of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 1125m, in the wet; 6 len behind Rock Artist with 60kg at $5.50. Previously second-up 5th of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo Hcp on November 13 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Chartres carrying 52kg at $12. Fitter and a winning hope.
Second run back. First-up after six months failed to handle going and poor recovery; 8th of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 1125m, in the wet; 6 len behind Rock Artist with 60kg at $5.50. Previously second-up 5th of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo Hcp on November 13 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Chartres carrying 52kg at $12. Fitter and a winning hope.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming struck interference at start; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 11 at Mildura 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 26 over 1000m, on a slow track; 0.9 len behind General Mint carrying 61kg at $81. Second-up raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 0.5 len at Swan Hill (Bm78) June 12 over 975m on a soft track defeating Pravro with 54kg at $41. Won last start and is well-placed again.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming struck interference at start; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 11 at Mildura 3yo+ (Bm58) on April 26 over 1000m, on a slow track; 0.9 len behind General Mint carrying 61kg at $81. Second-up raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 0.5 len at Swan Hill (Bm78) June 12 over 975m on a soft track defeating Pravro with 54kg at $41. Won last start and is well-placed again.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up favourite; won by 1.3 len at Geelong 2yo+ Hcp (C2) May 13 over 1247m in soft going defeating Opposing with 58kg at $8.50. Second-up sat on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 12 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm54) on May 27 over 1200m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Beautrooper with 60kg at $4.50. Strong winning hope.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up favourite; won by 1.3 len at Geelong 2yo+ Hcp (C2) May 13 over 1247m in soft going defeating Opposing with 58kg at $8.50. Second-up sat on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 12 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm54) on May 27 over 1200m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Beautrooper with 60kg at $4.50. Strong winning hope.
Resuming after a lengthy spell. Only one run when scored a big 8 len win at Camperdown 3yo+ Mdn January 15 over 1000m on a rain affected track defeating Allgo carrying 58kg at $4.50. Expected to prove hard to toss.
Resuming after a lengthy spell. Only one run when scored a big 8 len win at Camperdown 3yo+ Mdn January 15 over 1000m on a rain affected track defeating Allgo carrying 58kg at $4.50. Expected to prove hard to toss.
Most recently laid in in the straight; 5th of 12 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1100m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Ojosan carrying 59kg at $4.50. The start before that laid in in the straight; ran on from midfield; 3rd of 13 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Maddox carrying 59kg at $13. Cannot be ruled out despite a plain effort last time.
Most recently laid in in the straight; 5th of 12 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1100m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Ojosan carrying 59kg at $4.50. The start before that laid in in the straight; ran on from midfield; 3rd of 13 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Maddox carrying 59kg at $13. Cannot be ruled out despite a plain effort last time.
Recent form sound. Comes here off a 36-day let-up. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Sale 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 25 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Bold Hoi Ho with 59kg at $6.50. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 12 at Pakenham 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 12 over 1400m, slow going 1.5 len behind Oriental Legend with 59kg at $7. Drawn to advantage and looks a solid chance.
Recent form sound. Comes here off a 36-day let-up. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Sale 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 25 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Bold Hoi Ho with 59kg at $6.50. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 12 at Pakenham 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 12 over 1400m, slow going 1.5 len behind Oriental Legend with 59kg at $7. Drawn to advantage and looks a solid chance.
Resuming after a 12 weeks break. Finished off last campaign keen; second of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) April 8 over 1500m, 0.5 len behind Baglioni with 58kg at $5.50. Previous preparation first-up won by a head Moe 3yo Mdn February 20 over 1217m defeating Tipungwuti with 58kg at $4. Keep in mind.
Resuming after a 12 weeks break. Finished off last campaign keen; second of 7 at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) April 8 over 1500m, 0.5 len behind Baglioni with 58kg at $5.50. Previous preparation first-up won by a head Moe 3yo Mdn February 20 over 1217m defeating Tipungwuti with 58kg at $4. Keep in mind.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign slowly away and eased near 100m; eighth of 10 at Albury (Bm58) October 23 over 1600m, 7 len behind Sumdeel with 60.5kg at $6.50. When resuming last campaign rider told to use more vigour; second of 10 at Albury E&G (Bm58) July 13 over 1175m, on rain affected going; 4 len behind Claptone carrying 61kg at $7.50. This looks too tough.
Resuming. Finished off last campaign slowly away and eased near 100m; eighth of 10 at Albury (Bm58) October 23 over 1600m, 7 len behind Sumdeel with 60.5kg at $6.50. When resuming last campaign rider told to use more vigour; second of 10 at Albury E&G (Bm58) July 13 over 1175m, on rain affected going; 4 len behind Claptone carrying 61kg at $7.50. This looks too tough.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up got back early 7th of 11 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 27 over 1000m, slow going 4.5 len behind Princess Annalise carrying 56.5kg at $11. Last start favourite; came from midfield and won by 1.0 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm58) June 16 over 1170m on a heavy track defeating Kore carrying 61.5kg at $6. Wide draw makes it tough.
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up got back early 7th of 11 at Cranbourne 2yo+ (Bm64) on May 27 over 1000m, slow going 4.5 len behind Princess Annalise carrying 56.5kg at $11. Last start favourite; came from midfield and won by 1.0 len at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm58) June 16 over 1170m on a heavy track defeating Kore carrying 61.5kg at $6. Wide draw makes it tough.
DAZZLING LUCY (9) was a dominant winner first up last time in at Mornington over 1000m and followed that up with a sound effort in much higher grade behind Najmaty at Caulfield. She's jumped out well enough on heavy ground and should prove hard to beat. TARARUA (8) was a dominant winner on debut at Camperdown, winning by 8 lengths. Has spelled since then and can measure up. UPPER EAST SIDE (3) wasn't far away here over 1000m last time and looks better suited to the 1100m this time. PRINCE OF MERCIA (6) won well first up at Geelong and a repeat of that effort would see him in the finish here.
Recent form sound. Last start scored a big 4 len win at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) June 16 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Stonefield carrying 62kg at $6.50. The start before that overraced early, middle stages; 2nd of 8 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 4 len behind Rolling Moss with 62kg at $7. Ideally placed to make it two on the trot.
Recent form sound. Last start scored a big 4 len win at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) June 16 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Stonefield carrying 62kg at $6.50. The start before that overraced early, middle stages; 2nd of 8 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 4 len behind Rolling Moss with 62kg at $7. Ideally placed to make it two on the trot.
Useful gelding. At the latest run crossed from a wide gate to lead but couldn't hold on when 4th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 5.5 len behind Yeldarb with 60kg at $8.50. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at Wodonga (Bm64) on May 28 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Red Impulse with 60.5kg at $12. Easily accounted for last time out but this suits.
Useful gelding. At the latest run crossed from a wide gate to lead but couldn't hold on when 4th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 5.5 len behind Yeldarb with 60kg at $8.50. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 10 at Wodonga (Bm64) on May 28 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Red Impulse with 60.5kg at $12. Easily accounted for last time out but this suits.
Useful type. At the latest run raced on the pace before fading second last of 12 at Sandown-Hillside (Bm70) on June 15 over 1300m, in the wet; 9 len behind Skywolf carrying 59.5kg at $16. The race before that won by 0.8 len at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) June 2 over 1400m in the wet defeating Sestillia carrying 60.5kg at $10. Safely held last time out but this suits.
Useful type. At the latest run raced on the pace before fading second last of 12 at Sandown-Hillside (Bm70) on June 15 over 1300m, in the wet; 9 len behind Skywolf carrying 59.5kg at $16. The race before that won by 0.8 len at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) June 2 over 1400m in the wet defeating Sestillia carrying 60.5kg at $10. Safely held last time out but this suits.
Resumes. Finished off last preparation fourth of 8 at Morphettville Parks (Bm72) March 12 over 2250m, 2.5 len behind Art Major carrying 59kg at $4. First up last campaign keen and checked near 300m; second last of 9 at Morphettville Parks (Rs0mw) October 23 over 1550m, 4.5 len behind Iowa Hawkeye carrying 56.5kg at $4.50. Has the form to take this out.
Resumes. Finished off last preparation fourth of 8 at Morphettville Parks (Bm72) March 12 over 2250m, 2.5 len behind Art Major carrying 59kg at $4. First up last campaign keen and checked near 300m; second last of 9 at Morphettville Parks (Rs0mw) October 23 over 1550m, 4.5 len behind Iowa Hawkeye carrying 56.5kg at $4.50. Has the form to take this out.
Second-up. First-up after five months couldn't go on with it; 9th of 14 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 1300m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Sachem carrying 59.5kg at $61. Previously second-up won by 2.25 len at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) April 30 2021 over 1600m defeating Empire Liberty with 57.5kg at $16. Unlikely to threaten.
Second-up. First-up after five months couldn't go on with it; 9th of 14 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 1300m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Sachem carrying 59.5kg at $61. Previously second-up won by 2.25 len at Cranbourne 3yo+ (Bm64) April 30 2021 over 1600m defeating Empire Liberty with 57.5kg at $16. Unlikely to threaten.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation when last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ (Bm64) January 3 over 2400m, 7 len behind Algiers carrying 59.5kg at $31. Previously first up; ran last of 13 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) August 30 over 1406m, soft track; 8 len behind Polly's Deficit carrying 58.5kg at $101. Not keen on his chances.
Resuming. Finished off last preparation when last of 9 at Sandown-Hillside 3yo+ (Bm64) January 3 over 2400m, 7 len behind Algiers carrying 59.5kg at $31. Previously first up; ran last of 13 at Benalla 3yo+ (Bm58) August 30 over 1406m, soft track; 8 len behind Polly's Deficit carrying 58.5kg at $101. Not keen on his chances.
Third-up today. First-up 3rd of 12 (fractious in barriers; slowly away; held up near 500m) at Ballarat 2yo+ (Bm70) on May 29 over 1100m, slow going 0.6 len behind Hickok with 57.5kg at $5.50. Second-up began awkwardly and keen; 6th of 14 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 1300m, slow going 5.5 len behind Sachem carrying 60.5kg at $2.90. Capable of a better showing. Respect.
Third-up today. First-up 3rd of 12 (fractious in barriers; slowly away; held up near 500m) at Ballarat 2yo+ (Bm70) on May 29 over 1100m, slow going 0.6 len behind Hickok with 57.5kg at $5.50. Second-up began awkwardly and keen; 6th of 14 at Swan Hill (Bm64) on June 12 over 1300m, slow going 5.5 len behind Sachem carrying 60.5kg at $2.90. Capable of a better showing. Respect.
Useful mare. Most recently slowly away; 7th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 7 len behind Yeldarb with 59kg at $5. The race before that slowly away and raced four wide; 8th of 10 at Wodonga (Bm64) on May 28 over 1400m, slow going 5 len behind Red Impulse with 58kg at $3.80. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.
Useful mare. Most recently slowly away; 7th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 7 len behind Yeldarb with 59kg at $5. The race before that slowly away and raced four wide; 8th of 10 at Wodonga (Bm64) on May 28 over 1400m, slow going 5 len behind Red Impulse with 58kg at $3.80. Ready to win after a solid performance last time out.
Second run back. First-up after 11 months eased back early on 9th of 12 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; keen) at Sale 2yo+ Hcp (C1) on June 8 over 1208m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Shove Over carrying 58.5kg at $31. Previously second-up won by a head at Ballarat Mdn July 11 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating The Watchman with 59.5kg at $26. Needs more time.
Second run back. First-up after 11 months eased back early on 9th of 12 (pre race incident; passed fit at barrier; keen) at Sale 2yo+ Hcp (C1) on June 8 over 1208m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Shove Over carrying 58.5kg at $31. Previously second-up won by a head at Ballarat Mdn July 11 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating The Watchman with 59.5kg at $26. Needs more time.
Second run back. First-up after four months second last of 7 at this track 2yo+ F&M (Bm64) on June 19 over 1100m, on a wet track; 5 len behind First Division with 59kg at $12. Previously second-up made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on November 29 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Kyokushin carrying 57.5kg at $5. Needs to lift.
Second run back. First-up after four months second last of 7 at this track 2yo+ F&M (Bm64) on June 19 over 1100m, on a wet track; 5 len behind First Division with 59kg at $12. Previously second-up made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 11 at Kyneton 3yo+ Mdn on November 29 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Kyokushin carrying 57.5kg at $5. Needs to lift.
Second run back. First-up after four months in season and slowly away; got back early 6th of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 1125m, on heavy track; 5 len behind Rock Artist carrying 56.5kg at $13. Previously second-up won by 1.3 len at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn February 3 over 1000m defeating Maiori carrying 57kg at $2.80. Expect a forward showing.
Second run back. First-up after four months in season and slowly away; got back early 6th of 11 at Geelong 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 17 over 1125m, on heavy track; 5 len behind Rock Artist carrying 56.5kg at $13. Previously second-up won by 1.3 len at Warrnambool 3yo+ Mdn February 3 over 1000m defeating Maiori carrying 57kg at $2.80. Expect a forward showing.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up favourite; won by 0.8 len at Echuca 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 14 over 1100m in the wet defeating Dinga with 57kg at $3.50. Second run from a spell tactics queried; 3rd of 9 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 0.9 len behind Nerone carrying 56kg at $3. Profiles nicely. Top chance.
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up favourite; won by 0.8 len at Echuca 2yo+ Hcp (58) May 14 over 1100m in the wet defeating Dinga with 57kg at $3.50. Second run from a spell tactics queried; 3rd of 9 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1200m, in the wet; 0.9 len behind Nerone carrying 56kg at $3. Profiles nicely. Top chance.
Resumes after six-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation when last of 8 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm70) December 21 over 1750m, 8 len behind Swiss Hero carrying 55.5kg at $26. When resuming last campaign tenth of 13 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) September 15 over 1300m, 6 len behind Bold Manner carrying 58.5kg at $61. Looking to others for the winner.
Resumes after six-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation when last of 8 at Geelong 3yo+ (Bm70) December 21 over 1750m, 8 len behind Swiss Hero carrying 55.5kg at $26. When resuming last campaign tenth of 13 at this track 3yo+ (Bm64) September 15 over 1300m, 6 len behind Bold Manner carrying 58.5kg at $61. Looking to others for the winner.
Last start began awkwardly; 5th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Yeldarb with 53kg at $13. The start before that slowly away; came from the tail of the field 2nd of 11 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1400m, on a wet track; 0.8 len behind Ironedge carrying 56kg at $16. Wide draw makes it tough.
Last start began awkwardly; 5th of 13 at Wangaratta 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Yeldarb with 53kg at $13. The start before that slowly away; came from the tail of the field 2nd of 11 at Echuca 2yo+ (Bm64) on June 2 over 1400m, on a wet track; 0.8 len behind Ironedge carrying 56kg at $16. Wide draw makes it tough.
At the latest run sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 11 at Pakenham Synthetic (Bm58) on June 7 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Montenegro with 63kg at $7. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 16 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Singleton Park carrying 63kg at $9. Cannot be ruled out despite a moderate effort last time.
At the latest run sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 11 at Pakenham Synthetic (Bm58) on June 7 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Montenegro with 63kg at $7. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic 2yo+ (Bm58) on May 16 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Singleton Park carrying 63kg at $9. Cannot be ruled out despite a moderate effort last time.
Second run back. First-up after three months second last of 9 at Mornington 3yo (Bm64) on June 13 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 7 len behind Vultan carrying 56kg at $31. Previously second-up 4th of 11 at Pakenham 3yo Mdn on January 20 over 1400m, 9 len behind Arktika with 56kg at $26. Unlikely to threaten.
Second run back. First-up after three months second last of 9 at Mornington 3yo (Bm64) on June 13 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 7 len behind Vultan carrying 56kg at $31. Previously second-up 4th of 11 at Pakenham 3yo Mdn on January 20 over 1400m, 9 len behind Arktika with 56kg at $26. Unlikely to threaten.
Siding with KOMACHI (7) in an open race to finish. He was very good first up at Ballarat before an even showing last time and looks ready to peak here third up with blinkers on first time. FREE FLYING STAR (15) closed off strongly on heavy ground at Echuca and looks well placed to go on with it here. YELDARB (1) loves wet ground and is a proven weight carrier, a good chance to go back to back. GREY WHISPER (10) was just fair behind Yeldarb last time and would appreciate a drying track.
