BendigoTue, February 27, 2024

HELMITON (16) was in the money two starts back at Cranbourne but was unable to repeat the effort last time when sixth, beaten 5.5 lengths, at Pakenham over 7f. Perfectly placed and is sure to take plenty of stopping. MAKALU (17) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m3f at this track, beaten 6 lengths into eighth. Has the talent to take care of this field. PEEL THE STICKERS (3) returned from a break with a solid sixth, winding up late over 6f at Pakenham after settling well back. Outdashed but got home well and looks suited by the extra ground. Can run on into the finish here. FERLAZZO (7) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when fifth and beaten 2 lengths over 1m at Pakenham. Better than her last start so worth including.