Races SRX Canberra

Returns from a five-week let-up after finishing third in a Quality at this track, beaten a length and a half by Keikoku when near the top of betting. He had been sound at Warwick Farm two back in BM72 grade, despite being tightened passing the 600m. Meets that galloper better at the weights and he can land the knockout blow.

Placed first-up at Moruya when third to One Destiny, beaten just over three lengths after travelling well into the race but finding a couple stronger late. Two back he was only a length and a half away in a CG BM78 at Rosehill, so the form has substance. Fitter for that run and he can play a leading role.

Went close at Moruya last start, finishing second to One Destiny and beaten just over a length after settling rearward and covering ground. That followed a narrow Quality win at this track, where he beat My Last Hooray despite beginning awkwardly. Wide draw helps and he can go one better returning to the scene of his fresh win.

Worked home from the rear for fourth in a BM68 at Newcastle, beaten just over five lengths in a small field after being bumped at the start. Her prior run at Gundagai was also safely held, finishing tenth at generous odds. Has to lift to trouble the main chances.

Resumes after a ten-month break, having ended last campaign with a sixth at Moruya when beaten just over two lengths after being checked passing the 950m. He was also close up there the run prior, though he did not quicken after a slow beginning. Can make an impression first-up.

Resumes after a four-month break, and her final run before the spell was plain when last at Canberra Acton, beaten nine and a half lengths after leading. Her previous campaign still reads well overall, including a BM82 third at Dubbo on heavy ground. Failed badly before the break but she can bounce back first-up and with a favourable draw.

Has been well beaten at both recent Newcastle runs, finishing last in BM64 grade each time and offering little after settling in suitable positions. The quick back-up and past track-and-trip win are positives on paper, but the current form is a clear concern. Quick back-up helps little unless he finds a major turnaround.

Had genuine excuses at Wagga last week when she jumped awkwardly and raced wide throughout, finishing last but only beaten just under four lengths in BM66 grade. She was also wide at Corowa two back and has been unwanted in betting lately. Better run is possible, but recent form keeps her to place claims.