Wed, December 18, 2024

SAXINOUE (4) started at 3/1 last time but could only manage fourth, beaten 3.5 lengths, at Doomben over 1m1/4f. Should be poised just off the lead. Expecting a bold showing. PUNJABI LANDING (2) finished 3 lengths away in sixth last time out over 7f at Eagle Farm when fresh from a lay-off. Tackles a longer journey this time. Will drift back but wind up late. Best form puts him right in this. CLASSIQUE GAL (7) bounced back last start and scored by 1.1 lengths after being in contention on the turn over 1m1/2f at this track. Nicely placed to take this out. ICHIBAN (1) hasn't made an impression lately despite market confidence. Last start could only manage ninth over 1m1f at Sunshine Coast. Can sneak into the finish.