MilduraFri, July 19, 2024

JOON HO (3) was well supported when resuming last start but could only manage to finish fifth over 5½f at Ballarat. Has never missed the placings when second up. Comes down a level this time. Likely to feature. THE CREED (7) turned in a sound effort last time but found one better at Gawler over 5½f, beaten 0.6 lengths. That run should have him rock-hard fit now. Won't find this as tough. Well placed so expecting a strong run. THE MARINER (8) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 10 lengths when seventh over 4½f at Mt Gambier nine days ago. Meeting a deeper field this time but he has the ability to mix it with them. MONTARI (4) raced below his best last time when 13th over 7f at Murray Bridge, beaten 13 lengths. Likely improver with top-three prospects.