04:30 esk Thursday 1st January 2026

INARTICULATE (3) got a long way back when 7 lengths from the winner in tenth over 7f at Wangaratta last start, a less impressive effort than his ninth at Seymour the run before. Faces an easier assignment so he is perfectly placed to score. HIGHWAY ONE (2) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 7f152yards at Alexandra, beaten 5 lengths into fourth. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. LIBRARCHY'S DANCER (4) was given a short break after finishing eighth over 6f at Balnarring. Kept ticking over since that run with a trial at Pakenham. Nicely placed and should be involved in the finish. THE VILLAGE FOX (6) finished 17 lengths away in ninth at his last appearance over 1m1f at Kerang on December 27 after he was well back on straightening. Suited in this line up and is among the better hopes.