Wed, August 14, 2024

AELIANA (9) stepped out on her debut over 5f at Hawkesbury two weeks ago and finished fourth, beaten 2 lengths. Likely improver and worth following up. DIDDLE DUMPLING (1) resumes from a lay-off of three-and-a-half months. Could only manage to finish seventh at the latest run over 5½f at Rosehill. Placed in a recent trial. Rates highly and is a strong chance to break through. SOUND BANKER (2) wasn't far away on debut last start over 5½f at Warwick Farm, finishing second and beaten one length. Must be included among the main hopes. ZOUNAKA (12) returned from a lay-off three weeks ago when she was beaten 2.25 lengths into fourth over 6f at Canterbury. Strips fitter and can feature in the finish.