NewcastleSat, February 17, 2024

DEBUSSY (2) turned in a nice effort to score two runs ago at Coffs Harbour. Couldn't follow that up last time out when eighth over 5½f at Wyong, beaten 4.5 lengths. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. OUTISHKA (6) finished fourth at this track over this distance last time out. Has a strong record at this trip, scoring two times from three starts. Has a high cruising speed. Best figures should see her run well. HE'S PURRING (11) finished sixth last start over 5f at Gosford after racing on the pace for much of the way. Will give backers a sight. MARKWELL DREAMER (3) returned from a lay-off two weeks ago when he was beaten 2.25 lengths into fifth over 4½f at this track. Strips fitter and should be thereabouts.