Sat, December 14, 2024

PRESSER (3) returned to winning ways last time out, running away with an impressive 3 lengths win over 1m at Moonee Valley. Ryan Houston in the saddle again and despite getting up in the weights he should go very well. HE'LL RIP (8) did little and finished 3.5 lengths from the winner in sixth over 1m at Moonee Valley last start after being in contention on the bend, a less impressive effort than his fourth at Flemington the run before. Finds a tougher race but a win is not out of the question. DRAGOON (9) pushed forward and went on to record a determined win last start by a head over 7½f at this track. Should enjoy a good run just off the speed. Goes up a rung or two but he is good enough to take this out. SHINY NEW DEEL (11) returned from a lay-off three weeks ago when he was beaten 5.5 lengths into 11th over 7½f at Cranbourne. Fitter and sure to run well.