07:15 cranbourne Friday 20th February 2026

ITSUKUSHIMA (1) raced on the speed and dug deep to score by half a length at this track and distance last start to maintain his good form of late. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. SOTOMAYOR (4) made it back-to-back wins when successful last start over 1m at Wangaratta, getting home by 1. 3 lengths. Winning rider Brad Rawiller retains the mount. Looks well placed so expect another big run. BLAKMAX (2) missed the frame but not disgraced in town when fourth at Caulfield Heath. Returns to home track this time. Will find this easier than last start. Capable of testing this field. AUSTRATA (3) was in the money two starts back at Pakenham but couldn't back it up last time when sixth, beaten 5. 5 lengths, at Sandown-Hillside over 1m1f. Likely improver with top-three prospects.