Fri, January 17, 2025

BLESSTAS (5) ran below expectations last time after being in contention on the bend at Nowra, finishing sixth and beaten 2.5 lengths starting at 10/11. Nicely placed to bounce back. TWO AYE (9) settled well back then made some inroads and finished 3 lengths away in ninth last time out over 1m at Randwick two weeks ago. Steps up in distance. Should enjoy the significant drop in grade. Well placed so expecting a strong run. HEROMANIA (8) settled well back from a wide draw last time then wound up strongly to finish sixth over 1m1/4f at this track. Outdashed but got home well and the longer journey looks ideal. Solid each-way hope. TAYTAY BAY (6) was beaten 4 lengths into tenth in a 1m contest at Randwick at his latest appearance. Nicely placed to find some form.