RandwickWed, July 17, 2024

MAGIC SHADOW (3) returned last time with a solid second at Newcastle over 6½f when he worked home well. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he deserves his chance. FAKHRA (2) made a strong late bid only to just miss when fresh from a lay-off as favourite last start over 7f at Newcastle. Should tighten right up following that outing. Stepping up a level this time but on her best form she is one of the chief contenders. WIPEOUT (4) hit the frame when resuming two runs back at this track but couldn't back it up last start when seventh, beaten 4 lengths, over 7f at Newcastle. Must raise the bar but this looks well within his grasp. CAN EXPECT GREATER (9) finished ninth two runs back then did well last start but found one better over 6¾f at Wyong, beaten only 1.75 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish.