Sunshine CoastSun, July 14, 2024

DEFIANT BOOM (1) is back after a break of four-and-a-half months. At the last run before the layoff he finished seventh over 6f at Gold Coast. Looks up to the mark following a trial win at Sunshine Coast Inner Track. Set to return in style. JUST CLIFFY (2) met with solid support when resuming last start over 4f65yards at Gatton when second, beaten 3.5 lengths. Takes on a tougher assignment this time but is among the leading chances. WARRIOR HEAD (7) was in contention on the turn and finished third last start over 5½f at Doomben, beaten one length. Will enjoy a drop in class so he is one of the primary contenders. CAPITAL DIVA (9) pushed forward on debut last start and boxed on to finish third over 5¼f at Gold Coast Poly. Has the early speed to cross from out wide. Solid claims.