AscotThu, December 28, 2023

TRANSCENDANT (13) was never in contention last time over 7½f at this track when she finished 14th, beaten 6 lengths. Among the top chances in what looks a most suitable race. WOLFMAN (1) was doing his best work late last start to get up for third over 1m at Belmont Park. Joseph Azzopardi has registered two minor placings when on board. Leading contender. TROOPER PHOENIX (4) debuted two weeks ago when he finished 12th over 6½f at Pinjarra Scarpside, beaten 5.5 lengths. Should be thereabouts. NAUGHTY LOVE (9) was beaten 5. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.