Sat, December 14, 2024

ESSKAY (5) is back at the races for the first time since August 5. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a lay-off last prep over 6½f at Bendigo. Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. RHESUS (1) is ready to win after he just missed last time, beaten a head into second over 6f at this track. Settles close to the speed. Looks well placed this line-up so expect another big run. KESSLER (2) is a distance specialist who bounced back last start and landed the prize by 5.5 lengths over 6½f at this track. Looks well placed so expect another big run. STARSPANGLEDANCER (6) was well fancied on the back of a couple of minor placings but could only manage seventh last start over 6f at this track. Worth noting Adam Nicholls is the change of rider. Has the speed to be prominent. In the mix.