MoreeTue, April 02, 2024

DISTANT (4) got the prize two runs ago at Walcha. Not as effective last time out when fourth over 4½f at Muswellbrook, beaten 3.5 lengths. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. ROCKY RIDE (5) was safely held when third last time out over 5½f at Armidale, beaten 3 lengths. That followed a win at Grafton at the previous outing. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. KING'S GOLD (1) settled well back when 11 lengths from the winner in tenth over 5f at Toowoomba last start, a less impressive effort than his seventh at Grafton the run before. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he is good enough to play a major role. VERTICAL (3) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when fourth and beaten 4.5 lengths over 6f at Narrabri. Should park just off the speed despite the draw. Don't underestimate.