Sat, January 18, 2025

FORMAL (2) raced on the speed from the outset when resuming last start and finished third, beaten 2 lengths, over 5f at Port Macquarie. In the right race and is a winning hope. FIREWORK (1) returned last time with a solid second at this track over 5½f when he worked home well. In the right race and is one of the big hopes. THURSAIN (10) returned from a lay-off a month ago when she was beaten 2.75 lengths into fourth over 5½f at Scone. Meets a stronger field but she is fitter and worth serious consideration. HEY JUDE (7) finished third last start over 6f at Nowra when she made late ground, beaten 0.6 lengths. Should be peaking. Likely improver with solid claims.