BendigoThu, July 25, 2024

DOUGIE'S DREAM (7) showed good early pace last time and battled on gamely to finish just 0.9 lengths from the winner in third over 5f at Ballarat Synthetic. Must raise the bar but a win is not out of the question. POCKETS'N'PUDDLES (15) went forward when resuming last start over 5f at Warracknabeal and held on well for third, beaten a head. Meets some better types this time but another big run will not surprise. PER SEMPRE (12) has recorded four minor placings from six runs this campaign. Turned in another good effort last start when second over 5f at this track. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot find winning ways. DREAM REALITY (9) resumes from a lay-off of eight months. Could only manage to finish sixth at the latest run over 7f at Sandown-Lakeside. Solid top-three hope.