IpswichWed, February 21, 2024

BURDEKIN BOY (3) will find this a little easier than his third on debut three-and-a-half weeks ago, beaten 1.5 lengths at the end of 6f at Eagle Farm. Likely improver so he will prove tough to beat. TRAVIATA (13) was doing her best work late last start to get up for third over 6f at Eagle Farm. Key runner who can get home hard into the finish. RIDE FOR LUCK (5) settled well back from a wide draw last time then wound up strongly to finish fifth over 7f at Eagle Farm. Must be included. DESERT SAFARI (4) ran below expectations when fresh from a lay-off at Ballina over 6½f last time, finishing eighth and beaten 3.5 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time.