OVERVIEW: THE TRAWLER (6) really caught the eye here last week when resuming from a break. He attempted to make a mid-race move which came unstuck, went back, then came again at the end, taking good ground off the winner who’s in good form. He will come on in fitness from that, can press forward at the start, and this race presents as a more winnable option.

MY ULTIMATE MATEO (8) has been sneaky good at his past couple of runs. He was held up at a vital stage two starts back, finding the line well when clear, and last time out was kept wide whilst making a mid-race move and was entitled to knock up despite being favourite. He trails behind a good beginner to map well and take his shot via the passing lane. ELLIANA (1) gets her best draw and set-up to improve on some recent close-up efforts. She’s been finding the line well in decent closing sectionals and the pole draw helps. HEAVENLY FLYER (4) has been racing consistently this preparation from similar draws, but in fairness she’s had every chance in those races. She will map well again, so needs to be considered.

BACK: THE TRAWLER (6) – 2 units (win)