HawkesburyTue, February 13, 2024

OUR GOLD HOPE (3) ran below expectations when fresh from a lay-off at Kembla Grange over 6f last time, finishing fifth and beaten 1.2 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. MANHATTAN'S (4) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when fifth, beaten 2 lengths, over 7f at Newcastle after she got a long way back. Cherry-ripe now and will be tough to beat. KOBY GIRL (2) was in control from the outset to score as favourite on debut over 6f at Wyong two-and-a-half weeks ago. Sure to make her presence felt again. COUNTYOURBLESSINGS (1) was too good for a maiden field when resuming last start over 6f at Goulburn, scoring by 1.75 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. Chad Schofield was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. Harder here but should be involved in the finish.