Kembla GrangeThu, July 18, 2024

ALCABEEL (2) showed good early speed and raced just off the lead before lifting to score by a neck over 7f at Newcastle last start. Improvement to come and the addition of blinkers is a positive sign. CALIFORNIA SUNRISE (6) met with solid support last start over 7f at Newcastle when second, beaten 3.5 lengths. Strong record with Tom Sherry in the irons, including a win. Fitter and looks sure to play a big role. PRETTY RHO (11) was allowed to drift back from a wide draw last time out then found the line strongly to grab third over 1m1/4f at Moruya. Can figure in the finish again. COOK ISLAND GIRL (8) was too good for a maiden field when resuming last start over 7f at Newcastle, scoring by half a length. Keagan Latham was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. One of the likely contenders despite the step up in grade.