Fri, November 29, 2024

THE OPEN (1) is back at the races for the first time since August 31. Scored over 6f at Cranbourne to launch the last campaign. Lines up. For the first time for trainer patrick & michelle payne. One of the genuine hopes in the race. TOP CALIBRE (11) comes here off a win last time out, scoring by one length over 6f at Morphettville. Down in the weights on his last run. Sure to go well based on the latest effort. PANTELONE (9) finished eighth over 5½f at Caulfield when resuming last start, beaten only 1.75 lengths after being prominent at the bend. Has never missed the frame second up. Beautifully placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. CELUI (2) was beaten 3 lengths into seventh in a 5½f contest at Caulfield two weeks ago. Well placed to make amends.