Moonee ValleySat, December 30, 2023

Group 3 placegetter PIAGGIO (6) built on a nice second when fresh from a lay-off two starts back at Sandown-Lakeside with success over 1m at Caulfield two weeks ago, getting home by half a length. Meeting a tougher field but on current form he is right in contention. IMPERIAL LAD (1) was thereabouts last time out when fourth over 7f at Caulfield after he was always up in the leading division. Won't be bothered by this longer journey. Among the leading chances. REAL SENSATION (9) ran above expectations and got up for second at big odds at his latest appearance at Caulfield over 1m. Good signs last time and can play a major role. SPANISH TIDES (5) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when eighth over 7f at Caulfield after she gave away a big start. Best figures measure up nicely. Can play a significant role.