20:15 fair-grounds Thursday 1st January 2026

BOITANO (7) scored by 4 lengths last start at this track (Turf) over this distance after he was prominent at the corner. Has found the frame in all four starts at this journey, including two wins. Has a high cruising speed. Best form puts him right in this. BRIT'S WIT (2) has been in the market at his last couple of runs but failed to threaten, the latest effort a modest sixth at this track (Turf) over 1m. Among the leading chances. RED ROAD (1) ran a bold race over this journey last start, racing on the pace and sticking on strongly to finish 4 lengths away in second at this track (Turf). Placed to advantage so expect a big run. BIG SCULLY (3) was below par when 11 lengths from the winner in tenth over this course and distance last start. Has a much better draw this time. Drawn to enjoy a good run on the speed. Not to be discounted.