Sun, January 05, 2025

MISS DISTINCTIVE (11) was well in commission last start over 1m at this track (Dirt) when second, beaten 4 lengths. Must respect the stable decision to remove the blinkers. Major player. BERLAINE (5) returned from a two months break over 6f last start and got the job done by 8 lengths at this track (Dirt). Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Leading contender. CRYSTAL D'ORO (13) was never in contention when 16 lengths from the winner in sixth over 7f at Delta Downs last start, a less impressive effort than her fourth at Delta Downs the run before. Has the ability to find the winners' list. DIFFERENTLY (12) missed the frame last time when fourth at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on two consecutive occasions. Should park just off the speed. Should give backers a sight.