PakenhamThu, July 18, 2024

STATE SQUAD (2) was out of the money when resuming two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m3f at this track, beaten 3 lengths into fourth. Finds a tougher race but he has the ability to test this field. CABLE DANCER (1) is going well and is knocking on the door, last time out finishing second over 1m3f at Ballarat Synthetic and only 0.8 lengths from the winner. Should park just off the speed. Sure to be in the finish. MODERNISSIMO (3) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m3 3/4f at Warrnambool, beaten 2.75 lengths into fourth. Nicely placed to get the prize. THE KINGS GOSPEL (8) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when ninth over 1m3f at this track. Going up a level this time but he deserves another chance.