09:45 pakenham Friday 16th January 2026

BAYOU MUSIC (9) is fresh from a lay-off of six months and did hit the frame when last resuming at Mornington over 6f. In a different yard now. Fitter for a minor placing in a recent Mornington trial. Shapes well and a bold showing is expected. MATAWAI (3) finished out of the money when fresh from a lay-off two starts back then was beaten 3. 5 lengths when fourth in a 7f contest at Sandown-Lakeside three weeks ago. Has the class to put the recent run of form behind her. BUTTERNUT PRINCESS (12) returned from a break of four months with a solid fourth last start at Cranbourne over 6f after she gave away a big start. The extra journey should play into her hands. One of the main contenders. CURSE IT (10) has not been sighted since he finished third over 1m1/2f at Geelong on April 23. Looks ready to run a big race following three recent trials. A bold showing is expected.