Tue, January 14, 2025

ROSE DIAMOND (12) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1m at Cranbourne, beaten 2.5 lengths after being in contention on the bend. Has the class to take care of this field. BELLARCHI (5) is yet to break through after three career starts. Could only manage to finish fourth last time out over 7f at Seymour following a minor placing at Wodonga over 7f the run prior. Likely to play a major role. REBEL MISSILE (11) is a six-start maiden who resumed from a lay-off last start and was beaten 9 lengths when eighth over 7f at Werribee. Should progress from that last outing and poses a genuine threat. PSYCHOTIC (7) went forward and gave a great sight when third over 7½f at Mornington last time out. Will be handy despite the tricky draw. Solid claims.