TownsvilleTue, February 27, 2024

SPELLCATCHER (5) closed off strongly last start to get up for third, beaten 1.5 lengths, over 5f at Bowen when coming back from a lay-off. Sure to go well again. HURTLE (6) impressed last time when he scored by a neck over this journey at this track on February 20. Big weight drop so another big run is on the cards. FOCUS (8) came home strongly last start to finish third, beaten 1.5 lengths, over 6f at this track. Sound record at this distance with two wins and five minor placings from nine runs and is one of the prime contenders. BOLD HUNTER (9) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 5f at Bowen. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways.