Thu, January 02, 2025

ATLANTIS BEACH (1) tackled city class latest when eighth at Ascot, finishing 3 lengths from the winner. Will appreciate a drop in grade. Should be in the finish. STRIKING FELLA (5) turned in a nice effort last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished just a neck from the winner in third over 7f at Geraldton. Stepping up a level this time but on his best form he is one of the key runners. IMPERIALIZE (6) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 4 lengths when fourth in a 1m contest at Ascot a week-and-a-half ago after being in the firing line on the turn. Ideally placed and is sure to be there at the finish. HARBIN (3) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a 11th over 7½f at Ascot. This is a nice drop in grade so he is likely to play a big role.