MorningtonThu, December 28, 2023

TREASURE 'N' BLOOD (14) settled well back last start and never threatened when 12 lengths from the winner in eighth over 6f at Moonee Valley. Has the class to take care of this field. VALENKI (8) is closing in on a win after two consecutive placings, the latest a second over 7f58yards at Kyneton. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Will prove tough to beat. SPIRIT BEAST (2) missed the frame when resuming last start over 7f at Sandown-Lakeside but wasn't all that far from the winner. Has never been out of the placings at this stage of the prep. Will find this easier. One to consider. OUR WARRIOR (11) ran below expectations last time at Geelong, finishing seventh and beaten 4 lengths. Suitably placed so expecting a better run this time.