Sat, December 28, 2024

ALMOND SEA (1) finished third behind Ice Star at this track over this distance when resuming from a lay-off last time out. Excellent record here having never missed the placings in five starts, including three wins and two placings. Sure to be there at the business end. RODEO DRIVE (9) is a progressive three-year-old filly who hasn't raced since finishing second over 6f in the G2 The Debutante at Greyville on July 28. Has never missed the frame when fresh from a lay-off in two starts. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Expected to be in the finish. CHIEFTAIN (4) is a two-time winner who has been performing well, scoring by a neck last time out over 5f at this track. Goes well at the trip and he looks sure to about the mark again. MASTER CASPER (6) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 5f at this track, beaten 6 lengths. Strips fitter and should be thereabouts.