Sat, September 07, 2024

STATE IN TEXAS (4) recorded a strong maiden win over 4f at Kilcoy last time, getting there by 2.5 lengths. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Shaping up nicely and he is a key runner. TIME TO CRY (5) resumes after a break of six months. Did win at her only other when resuming run when on debut, scoring over 5f at Eagle Farm. Fitter for a fourth in a recent trial over 4¼f at Sunshine Coast Inner Track. Capable of playing a major role. RUMI STAR (6) is a well-related three-year-old filly making her first appearance at the races. By Heroic Valour from the former top race mare Beyonce's Star who has produced some fine gallopers, including winners at black type level. Has not trialled prior to coming here. Should be thereabouts despite a tricky gate. PALEFACE RINGO (1) is back from a lay-off of nine weeks. Closed last prep with a second, beaten a head, over 5½f at this track. Is lightly raced and looks forward enough after a solid recent trial. Hard to knock.