Sun, December 29, 2024

SHE'S A BEAUTY (13) is a two-start maiden who placed on debut then could only manage fifth last start, beaten 3 lengths over 6½f at Geelong. Expected to prove tough to beat. HOLD MY DRINK (7) wound up strongly last time out to finish 0.8 lengths adrift in third over 6f at Kyneton on debut. Leading player again. DUNORI (3) has started twice, running a good third on debut then finishing seventh, beaten 5.5 lengths, last time over 7f at Ballarat. Has a strong finish. Debut run was encouraging so he is worth another chance. HANDY FRIEND (6) went forward over 6f at Moe on debut last start but found a couple better. Will be handy in the run despite the tricky draw. Solid claims.