Wed, November 27, 2024

SAMANGU (7) was less than a length from the winner in third at Werribee on debut before breaking through for a strong win over 5½f at Ballarat last start when resuming. Has further improvement in store and from a good draw must be included. FROSTY DAWN (14) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when fourth, beaten 0.7 lengths, over 5f128yards at this track. Cherry-ripe now and can find peak form this time. BUADES (10) showed good early dash and stalked the pace last start before drawing clear to score by a long neck over 6f at Mornington. Bold showing expected again. EARTH GOD (12) was unplaced two runs back when fresh from a lay-off then again missed the frame last start over 5½f at Ararat, beaten 2 lengths into sixth. Has his share of ability and is a top-three prospect.