Wed, August 14, 2024

SPARKLING (7) went forward when resuming last start and proved too strong, getting home by 1.3 lengths over 6f at Cranbourne. Drawn to go forward again. Must raise the bar but she has the ability to test this field. KATE'S TIARA (11) showed good early speed and led into the straight before fading to finish fourth, beaten 2.25 lengths, over 5½f at Caulfield. Should be tough to rein in. SLEDDING (13) opened this prep with a win two runs ago. Less impressive last time out when sixth over 5½f at Caulfield, beaten 6 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Will enjoy a drop in class so she can recapture winning form. NEW YORK DIVA (8) scored last start at Sale to make it two wins from three starts this campaign. Facing a tougher assignment but can figure in the finish.