05:00 sandown Thursday 8th January 2026

MYSTERY 'N' DRAMA (9) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 6¼f at Geelong after being prominent from the outset. Finds a tougher race but she has the ability to test this field. SOMERSAULT (11) hasn't been far away lately including a last-start third over 6f at Mornington. Can feature again over the longer trip. MISSAPPREHEND (8) was well in commission last start over 6f at Cranbourne when fifth, beaten 2 lengths. Facing a tougher assignment but should be competitive. PHINEAS (2) finished third last time over 7f at Sale when resuming from a lay-off, beaten 2. 75 lengths. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is right in contention.