07:45 pakenham Thursday 23rd April 2026

AVENUE MONTAIGNE (2) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 7f at this track, beaten 1. 3 lengths after being prominent at the turn. Nicely placed to take this out. VESPERS (6) is a two-start maiden who was unplaced on debut then improved to finish third last time over 7f at this track, beaten 3. 5 lengths. Expected to go well again. EMANATING (3) was fresh from a break of four months last start when beaten 2. 25 lengths into fifth over 6f at Geelong after she was always up in the leading division. Won't be bothered by this longer journey. Can win this without surprising. SHINY DIAMOND (5) is a filly by Super Seth out of Sparkle And Shine who is at the races for the first time. Fitter for four trials. Can figure in the finish.