02:15 hawkesbury - ResultsThursday 16th October 2025

COLUMBUS (3) found the line nicely last start to get up for second over 7½f at Newcastle. Backmarker who keeps coming. Will prove tough to beat. BLACK BABYLON (1) is back at the races for the first time since April 1. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a lay-off last prep over 1m1 1/2f at Newcastle. Capable of playing a major role. LAUPER (4) is near a win after three minor placings in a row, the latest a close second after she got a long way back in the run over 7f at Kembla Grange. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. ALADDIN'S GIRL (8) was out of the money on debut two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 7f at Kembla Grange, beaten 1. 75 lengths into fourth. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time.