03:25 wellington Monday 24th November 2025

NAFTALI (3) progressed nicely last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished 3 lengths from the winner in second over 7f at Armidale after being in contention on the turn. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. STAR GAUNTLET (10) progressed nicely last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished just a long neck from the winner in second over 6½f at Bathurst. Meets some better types this time but another big run will not surprise. THE BULLET (5) was thereabouts last time out when second at this track over 7f, beaten half a length. Tricky draw but should still be in the finish. DIABLO DANCER (9) is finding the breakthrough elusive, beaten 6 lengths into fifth at her latest appearance over 7¼f at Quirindi. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. One of the better hopes.