04:40 penola Friday 16th January 2026

SANTASTICO (1) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Gawler, beaten 1. 5 lengths into fourth after being in contention on the bend. Ideally placed and is sure to prove tough to beat. BABAYKA (5) showed good early speed and raced on the pace last start before fading to finish fourth, beaten 2. 5 lengths, over 5¼f at Morphettville. Well placed and expected to feature. MERCURY EIGHT (6) showed early speed from an outside draw and held a forward position before fading to finish seventh, beaten 5 lengths, last start over 5¼f at Morphettville. Well placed and expected to feature. KOVA (2) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fifth at Murray Bridge over 5f. Placed to advantage so expect a bold run.