Wed, January 01, 2025

THE OPEN (4) made it back-to-back wins when successful last start over 7f at Pakenham, getting home by a nose. Finds a tougher race but another big run will not surprise. MODOWN (7) fought on to score a narrow win at Pakenham over this trip at his last appearance on December 21. Gets some weight relief this time so he is expected to measure up again. RUNNING BY (2) continues to race well with a win in a at this track before finishing a neck away in second last time over 7f at Pakenham. Record at this journey is strong with two wins from six runs and is capable of going well. MIRAVAL ROSE (6) started favourite last time over 6f at Caulfield Heath but could manage only third. Weight reduction will suit. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. One of the better hopes.