03:35 taree Sunday 21st December 2025

OAKFIELD MARS (13) got well back over 6¾f at Wyong last time and never threatened, eventually finishing 5 lengths away in sixth. Perfectly placed and is sure to play a major role. MAXIMUM RIDE (2) made a strong late bid only to just miss last start over 6f63yards at this track. Has race fitness on his side now. Has the talent to figure prominently. SMASHING NOVA (7) is a three-start maiden who returned last time and finished fourth at Scone over 6f, beaten 6 lengths. Will derive great benefit from that outing and deserves consideration. I ALONE (1) is back after a break of four-and-a-half months. At the last run before the layoff he finished ninth over 6f67yards at this track. Rates highly on best form and a bright return wouldn't surprise.