MuswellbrookMon, January 15, 2024

CUSTO (3) showed good early muster and fought on to finish third last start over 5f at Tamworth. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. OUTREACH TO HENRY (1) faded right out of it last time over 6f at Gosford after showing good early speed and leading for much of the way, eventually finishing seventh. Has an impressive strike rate at this distance with two wins from four runs and is among the leading chances. SHARKIM (2) was below his best last time, finishing ninth and beaten 7 lengths over 5f at Randwick after being in contention on the corner. Ideally placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. I'M NOT SLEW (5) finished sixth last start over 5½f at Canterbury after racing on the pace for much of the way. Solid top-three prospects.