Sat, December 28, 2024

HELLBERG (6) gave the leaders a start last start and made little impact in the straight when fifth, beaten 5 lengths, over this journey at Caulfield Heath. Perfectly placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. SCHIMMELBUSCH (4) turned in an eye-catching run over 5½f at Benalla last time, ridden back before coming home with a powerful run to finish second. Strong effort last time and is worth following up. SANTOLINI (11) has switched yards since finishing eighth two weeks ago over 5f190yards at Albury. Has ability and makes plenty of appeal. ILIKESOOBOOGIE (2) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 0.9 lengths from the winner in third over 4½f at Albury. Likely improver with strong prospects.