CairnsSat, December 30, 2023

IMPERIUM (9) made progress last time out, finishing 3 lengths from the winner in second when he made late ground at the end of 6¼f at this track. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. LIZA IN LIGHTS (5) gave away a big start at the top of the straight last start and finished 6 lengths from the winner in seventh over 5¼f at Mackay. Likely to be in the finish in this suitable assignment. FANCIFUL MR FOX (1) is a genuine type with four minor placings from five starts this campaign. Was in the firing line all the way and finished a head from the winner in second at the latest outing over 6f at Mackay. Must be included on the strength of that form. SHADOW ECLIPSE (12) was below his best last time, finishing ninth and beaten 7 lengths over 6¼f at this track. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time.