07:15 pakenham Friday 9th January 2026

HANAFUBUKI (2) was sent out favourite last time when fourth over 1m2 1/2f at Sandown-Lakeside after she was always up in the leading division. Yet to miss the frame over this longer journey. Capable of taking this out. THE VOCALIST (4) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1m5f at Cranbourne, beaten 2. 75 lengths after being in contention on the corner. Finds a suitable race and can find the winner's circle. KARBURAN (1) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when 3 lengths away in third over 1m7 1/4f at Mornington when he was in the firing line all the way. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. URBAN OUTLOOK (3) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when fifth over 1m2 1/2f at Sandown-Lakeside. Suitably placed so anticipating a bold performance.