GeelongSat, March 16, 2024

WRITEY O'PAL (7) had been in top form landing two consecutive wins before a last-start third over 7f at Pakenham. Loads of ability and can return to winning form. NEW YORK HURRICANE (4) made a strong late bid but just failed to pick up the winner when when resuming last start over 6½f at Wangaratta. Sure to derive great benefit from that run. In the right race and is one of the big hopes. ROMA'S WISH (8) raced on the pace last start before fading to finish seventh, beaten 4.5 lengths, over 6½f at Sandown-Hillside. Sound record at this distance with two wins and three minor placings from seven runs and is expected to be competitive. HEYWOOD (6) scored in a at Colac but was below his best last time when 12th over 6½f at Wangaratta. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time.