Fri, January 17, 2025

SPORTS CHOICE (11) was expected to do more last start when out of the placings over 6f at Naracoorte, beaten 6 lengths. Likely improver with strong prospects. LI'L HANK (16) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 6 lengths when ninth over 6¾f at Strathalbyn three weeks ago. Will enjoy a drop in class so he is a major player. PINCHBECK (3) finds it hard to win with two victories from 24 starts. Did a good job last start to finish second over 6f at Naracoorte, beaten 1.3 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run. . And looks close to a win after finishing a close second last time out over 6½f at wodonga. Backmarker who keeps coming. A big run is expected.