CanberraFri, February 23, 2024

DEMANDING MO (6) is putting together some solid results. Finished second at Kembla Grange two starts back then landed the prize by a long neck as favourite last time out over 7f at Wagga. Jack Martin scored on him last time and retains the ride. Stepping up a level this time but on current form he is one of the chief contenders. FANGELA (2) registered a strong win at this track two runs ago. Decent effort last time out when third over 6¼f at Canterbury, beaten 2 lengths. Has a solid record at this course and distance, including two wins. The engagement of Brendan Ward is noteworthy. Ideally placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. ANNUAL (8) progressed nicely last time out to finish just a head from the winner in second over 5f at this track after being prominent at the bend. Must raise the bar but another big run will not surprise. TAP 'N' RUN (3) turned in a nice effort to score two runs ago but couldn't follow that up last time out when seventh over 6¾f at Rosehill, beaten 5.5 lengths. One of the main hopes.