Fri, January 03, 2025

NOVELA (5) was well in the market on debut last time out and ran well but found one better over 6¼f at Morphettville Parks. Can open winning account this time. LAYIN' UP (11) is fresh from a lay-off of five-and-a-half months and did hit the frame when last resuming at Ballarat over 5f. In a different yard now. Will be fit enough for this following a recent trial win. Has ability and should be right in the finish. PRESS EXPRESS (12) is a consistent performer with four minor placings from four starts this prep. Continued the trend last start when runner-up over 5f at this track. In a suitable race and can find the winner's circle. TOP OF THE RIDGE (6) was prominent at the corner and finished second last time over 5½f at this track, beaten 2.75 lengths. Meeting a deeper field this time but he has the ability to mix it with them.