Sat, January 11, 2025

PRIDES CROSSING (5) returns from a lay-off of eight months and is having her first run for a new yard. Was a winner when fresh last campaign at Churchill Downs (Dirt) over 7f. Plenty to like about her prospects. BELLS BEACH (2) met with solid support when resuming last start over 1m at this track (Dirt) when second, beaten 9 lengths. Drawn to enjoy a lovely run and can take this out. NEXT ON STAGE (6) is in winning form after scoring as favourite last time out by 0.1 lengths over 7f at this track (Dirt). Yet to miss the frame in three starts over this course and distance. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. One of the main contenders. FADE TO GREY (11) made progress last start to finish second over 1m1f at this track. Capable of featuring prominently.