Sat, August 03, 2024

LAUDING (3) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 1m1/2f at Caulfield, beaten 7 lengths. The engagement of Ben Melham is a positive move. Likely improver with strong prospects. BRITISH COLUMBIA (1) reunites with Ryan Houston after scoring with ease over 1m1/2f at Caulfield last time. Best form puts him right in this. STAR VEGA (11) ran on strongly but just failed to pick up the winner last start over 1m1f at Sandown-Hillside. Steps up a level but he is good enough to make a serious impact. DESPERADO (2) saluted two runs ago then turned in a decent effort last time out when fourth over 1m2f at Caulfield, beaten 1.3 lengths. Well placed and can make amends.