01:25 assiniboia-downs Thursday 4th September 2025

SHANKADOPOLOUS (7) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 5½f at this track after being in the firing line all the way. Awkwardly drawn and might need a little luck early. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. BIG WALK (3) lines up on the back of a 7 length fourth over 7½f at this track. Has sound form here including a win and three minor placings from eight starts. Best form puts him right in this. KARANTHOS (6) was comfortably accounted for when fifth last time out over 5½f at this track, beaten 3 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Likely improver with strong prospects. SMACKOVER LIME (8) made progress last time out, finishing 2 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 5½f at this track. No surprise to see him in the mix.