Race 2 – 1 ALWAYS FLUKE
Since finishing a solid second to the rapidly improving SHOTGUN in Class 5 three starts ago, he has held his own in Class 4 company, placing third in his penultimate outing before a luckless sixth last time out when held up at a crucial stage.
Dropping back to the cellar grade, he looks well placed to return to the winner’s list against moderate opposition.
Race 10 – 10 AKASHVANI
He likely found the 1600m and 1800m trips in the Classic Mile and Classic Cup beyond his optimum in his last two starts, but he still showed good early speed and was not beaten far on either occasion. Three runs ago, he led throughout to score comfortably in Class 3, suggesting he should handle the rise to Class 2 this week.
Having trialled well since his last start, he appears ready to produce an improved performance against what looks a more manageable field.
Sectional Stars
Race 5 – 10 LITTLE MONSTER
He is better than his last two starts suggest, having had his chances significantly hindered by wide trips from awkward draws. Three runs ago, he charged home strongly to finish second behind recent Class 3 winner AURIO, indicating he is capable of breaking through in Class 4 if things go his way.
Race 6 – 1 GLOWING PRAISES
His two local starts over 1000m have yielded a win and a close third, most recently flashing home with the third-fastest final 400m to be beaten only a nose. Racing over his preferred distance again this week, he shapes as a strong contender despite carrying top weight.
