Returns from a five-week let-up after finishing eighth in a Mdn at Cranbourne, beaten just over eight lengths after settling rearward and having every chance. The Mornington run prior was better, closing off for sixth when beaten two and a half lengths, and he has placed twice from three starts around 1000m. Distance form is sound, but the latest run leaves him with plenty to find.

Returns from a four-month break after a plain debut at Pakenham Synthetic, where he was second last at long odds and beaten just under seven lengths behind Jundah. He settled rearward and was only fair through the line, with an internal exercise-induced pulmonary haemorrhage noted. Others have stronger claims.

Has put together two close seconds and looks a reliable place chance again. He was beaten just under a length in a Bendigo Mdn last start after finishing strongly, despite knuckling at the start and meeting interference late. The Echuca second prior was also sound, with traffic from the 300m. Should take holding out again.

Resumes after an eight-month spell having had just one start, a seventh in Open company at Sandown-Hillside when beaten just over five lengths by Buggsy. That debut had merit beyond the margin, as he jumped awkwardly, was held up near the 200m and tightened approaching the 100m. Debut had traffic excuses in Open grade, so improvement is possible.

Makes her debut for Clinton McDonald after two Cranbourne trials, the latest a fourth over 800m. The stable has a solid debut record and there is some depth in the family, with half-siblings Sweet Treats and Lunar Eight both multiple winners. Market watch in a race with stronger exposed form.

Debuts with first-time blinkers and comes from a family headed by Sessions Road, a six-time winner, but her trial base is dated. She has not trialled since June, with the latest effort a seventh at Caulfield Heath, and barrier 14 adds another practical hurdle. Prefer to watch.

Resumes after an eight-month spell and has had two trials since last racing, including a close second at Cranbourne. She was last seen finishing third in a Ballarat Mdn, beaten three lengths after working home evenly, and has placed twice from five starts around 1000m. Should be an improver this time in.

Second-up after a disappointing Bendigo run, finishing seventh and beaten just over nine lengths at generous odds behind Sanctuary. The Ballarat run before the spell was also plain, with no clear excuse after sitting close enough and finishing second last. Fitter but needs to lift.

Resuming after a ten months break. Finished off last preparation tenth of 12 at Werribee Mdn-Sw January 12 over 1114m, 9 len behind Pure Silk carrying 56kg at $16. On debut sixth of 8 at Mornington 3yo F Mdn-Sw December 5 over 1000m, 4 len behind Gliding Lightening with 57kg at $41. Will take great benefit from this outing.

Makes her debut for Anthony & Sam Freedman with Damian Lane booked, which gives her a strong professional profile for a first starter. Her latest trial was a close second at Mornington, adding to a four-trial preparation, and the stable's record with the sire is encouraging. Drawn out, but profiles as a major chance.

Comes through a sharp Echuca improvement, beaten a nose by Hegely on soft ground after travelling handy and being caught right on the post. That was a clear step forward from her Ballarat debut in a F Mdn, where she led and faded to finish second last. Quick back-up asks a small question, but she has claims.

Resumes after a ten-month spell with the strongest exposed race line, having debuted in the G3 Blue Diamond Preview (Fillies) and finished seventh, beaten just over five lengths by Rubi's Choice. She was slow to begin there and did not finish it off, but that was a much deeper assignment than this. Should take plenty of beating.

Returns from a ten-month break after a testing Flemington Open debut, where she jumped awkwardly, raced forward and was beaten eight and a half lengths behind Big Sky. That run was inconclusive rather than flattering, but she has since won a Flemington trial and lands in a more suitable Mdn setting. Better placed in a maiden and has place appeal.

Debuts for Gavin Bedggood after four Cranbourne trials, the latest a close second over 760m. The stable has a strong debut record from the sample supplied, which keeps her from being dismissed, and barrier 2 should at least give her every chance to settle into the race. Respect the stable, but prefer to see.