05:30 kyneton Thursday 23rd April 2026

RYANMAN (3) was well in the market last time on the back of some solid form but was safely held in fifth over 1m at Seymour. Tackles a longer journey this time. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Best form puts him right in this. BATOKA CHIEF (1) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 2. 5 lengths when fourth over 1m at Pakenham two weeks ago. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. ALOYSIUS (2) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when he was never in contention over 1m at Pakenham, beaten 6 lengths into fifth. Finds a nice race and can find winning form. RED STILETTO (6) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when sixth over 1m at Kilmore after being in the firing line on the bend. Hard to beat in this suitable race.